I was planning to go to a careers event with a firm where they ask for a CV and will let you know by a deadline if you've got a place. Is this effectively a CV screening process that feeds into later applications?
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Hey there,
In most cases, the CV you present for a recruiting event will also be the one that is valid for your application at a later stage, provided, no major items on it change, i.e. new degree, new work experience, etc.
Therefore, make sure that your CV is stellar.
Cheers,
Florian
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That is correct. Now, what I highly recommend you do in addition to attending the event, is to network outside the event! Reach out to people on linkedIn, have a few networking calls, etc. etc. A careers event is really not much different to a "apply here" button on LinkedIn...as in, it's a "cold" application with lower odds of success than a warm one.
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I somewhat disagree with the other coaches here on the use of the CV. but come the same overall recommendation on the need for the CV to be stellar and well-prepared.
The CV needs to be stellar for you to get the invitation to the career event. And the career events are often a first step to an interview application. If you leave a good impression, you'll get a fast track to the interviews for a full time position. This means that these career events are high in demand and competition is fierce. You won't get the spot without a well prepared CV.
But if you decide to apply for a full time position you will still have the chance to submit a new CV, as often also your profile will have changed by the time you get to the full application.
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Hello!
Yes, that is 100% correct! Do work on your CV to have it flawless for the event, since HR collects them and then calls you for the process!
I have been in different universities career events with McKinsey and I can tell you that it´s a good chance to get your CV to the right pile and talk to HR!
Hope it helps!
Cheers,
Clara
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