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How to write a CV with no work experience
Showcase your education, attachments, projects, volunteering and transferable skills when applying for your first job.
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Understanding a job offer and your payslip
Learn the difference between gross and net pay and review the key details in an employment offer.
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Understand roles such as procurement assistant, stores assistant, inventory clerk and logistics assistant.
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Getting your first supermarket or retail job
Prepare for cashier, shop attendant, sales assistant, stock and customer service opportunities.
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Writing a professional job application email
Use a clear subject line, a short introduction and relevant attachments when applying by email.
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How to write a CV with no work experience
Start with your name and contact details, a short professional profile, education, relevant skills and any attachments, projects, volunteering or practical assignments. Use clear headings and honest information. Tailor your CV to the requirements of each vacancy.
Preparing for an interview
Read the job description, learn about the employer, plan how to explain your strengths and practise examples from school, attachment, volunteering or other responsibilities. Arrive on time and ask relevant questions about the role.
Starting in banking and microfinance
Look for advertised entry-level roles such as banking assistant, customer service assistant, teller trainee, credit assistant and graduate trainee. Check the required qualification, customer-service skills, numeracy and any professional requirements stated in the advert.
Government and county applications
Use official recruitment portals and follow the instructions in the actual vacancy notice. Check deadlines, eligibility and required documents before submitting. Save your confirmation where the portal provides one.
Staying safe when job hunting
Verify vacancies using the employer's official website or confirmed contact details. Be cautious of guaranteed-job promises, pressure to pay an unexplained fee, and requests for passwords or sensitive information. Never send money just because someone promises an interview or job.
Understanding a job offer and payslip
Review the job title, work location, duties, pay, working hours, benefits and probation terms. Ask for clarification before accepting terms you do not understand. Check the payslip items and ask payroll or HR about any unclear deduction.
Entry-level procurement and supply chain
Relevant roles can include procurement assistant, purchasing assistant, stores assistant, inventory clerk and logistics assistant. Employers may value organisation, attention to detail, computer skills and basic record keeping. Check each vacancy for the required qualification and experience.
Your first supermarket or retail job
Retail vacancies may include cashier, shop attendant, sales assistant, merchandiser and stock assistant. Highlight reliability, customer service, numeracy, teamwork and willingness to learn. Follow the employer's application instructions and verify the vacancy.
Writing a professional application email
Use the job title in the subject line, address the recipient appropriately, briefly state why you are applying and attach the documents requested. Check spelling and confirm that the attachments are included before sending.