108 days ago

Where can I get help to write my CV? โœ๐Ÿผ

Hira Siddiqui from Citizens Advice Bureau Pakuranga/Eastern Manukau

An up-to-date CV is an important document because employers look at the information in your CV to decide whether to interview you or not for a job.

Find information and tips online:
Some examples of where you can find useful information and tips are on these websites:

๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ CVs and cover letters - Work and Income: workandincome.govt.nz...
๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ How to write a CV - Tahatลซ Career Navigator: tahatu.govt.nz...
๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ CVs and interview tips: Student Job Search: www.sjs.co.nz...
Use a free CV builder service:
๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ Auckland Business Chamber offer a CV Builder service to people who are receiving a Work and Income benefit.
๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ To use this CV builder you first need to call Work and Income on 0800 779 009 and ask to sign up.
๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ Find out more about Auckland Business Chamberโ€™s CV Builder: aucklandchamber.co.nz...

Te Heke Mai:
๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ Te Heke Mai offers help to build a professional CV and cover letter, set career goals, and gain valuable skills: tehekemai.co.nz... Home Page - Te heke mai

Books about writing CVs at your local library:
๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ Your local library may have books about writing a CV or a resume.
๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ Your local CAB can help you find someone in your area who can help you with your CV for free. Find a CAB near you:

www.cab.org.nz...
Information credit: Citizens Advice Bureau: cab.org.nz
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