KBS Competitive Edge: Application Workshop

Ready to Level Up Your Applications?

Join us for the ultimate Application Workshop – uncover the secrets to a stand out application giving you the competitive edge.

🤔 Why Attend?

Whether you're prepping for internships or graduate jobs, having a competitive edge makes the difference. The KBS Application Workshop is not just any event – it's an interactive and hands-on experience that delves into what really differentiates applications. We treat applications like any other skill. You get better with good prep, practice and feedback. This interactive workshop is split into two sessions. Join us for one or both and give yourself an application advantage.

🔍 What's on the Agenda?

Session 1 (1-3pm):

• SmartCV & LinkedIn Profile: Learn how to craft a CV and LinkedIn profile that really gets noticed.
• Cover Letters & Motivational Statements: Learn the art of crafting and tailoring cover letters to highlight your skills and motivation.

Session 2 (3-5pm):

• Video Interview: Navigate the virtual interview space with practice and top-notch tips.
• Psychometric Tests: Complete tests and assessments with confidence, building skills through hands-on practice.

So don't miss your chance to up your application game! Build skills and confidence to move past the critical first application stage.

Event Essentials:

• 📍 Location: Our space is at Bush House (N)1.02 (Session 1) and 1.03 (NE) (Session 2) @ "The Exchange"
• 🕰️ Time: Arrive at 1pm for Session One or 3pm for Session Two - sessions will begin promptly. Bring your fully charged laptop/notebook as we explore various online tools to enhance your application game
• 🔒 Limited Spaces: Please book ASAP to secure your place. FYI, we overbook this event. We highly recommend confirming your booking 48 hours in advance. Email kbscareers@kcl.ac.uk with "Confirm Application Workshop" in the subject line

Still Reading?!

📺 Want to get started now?

• Watch our YouTube video for a sneak peek into VMock! KBS students, create your SmartCV account at vmock.com/kcl using your knumber email and password
• Dip into the Interview Success Tutorial from ecareergrads with lots of student video interview examples. the great, good and not so good
• Visit GraduatesFirst - the best test prep and practice platform on the market and free to KBS students. Follow link and use your kcl email to access

💡 More Practice and Personal Feedback?

• Book a Career Appointment for feedback on CV's, Cover Letters or Interview Prep
• Join an in-person Wednesday Competitive Edge Workshop
• Meet Leslie and Aneeka with our Student Career Mentors at the monthly careerstudio at the Student Shack for ideas, inspiration and more feedback

This programme is open to King's Business School students only.