Applications essentials

Ensure you get yourself ready to apply with these sessions covering CVs, cover letters and other essentials.


Get ready and practice employer numeracy tests (online)
Build your confidence and sharpen your skills for employer numerical and graphical tests with practical techniques, example questions and expert guidance to help you feel better prepared for job and internship applications.
15:00 29-Oct-2026

From planning to practice: build your job search strategy
Make sense of the UK graduate job market and how to research your sector. Practise finding vacancies beyond the obvious job boards, research a real role or employer, and leave with a four-week job search plan you can act on this week.
13:00 29-Oct-2026

Get ready and practice employer numeracy tests (online)
Build your confidence and sharpen your skills for employer numerical and graphical tests with practical techniques, example questions and expert guidance to help you feel better prepared for job and internship applications.
15:00 28-Oct-2026

Get ready and practice for case interviews
This workshop is designed for students with a basic understanding of case study interviews. It explores why employers use case studies and the different types of problem-solving exercises you may encounter.
12:00 28-Oct-2026

Department of Economics (UG): problem solving, AI and digital skills
As part of a workshop series for LSE undergraduate economics students, this session is designed to support your development of problem-solving, AI and digital skills and understand their importance for developing your career.
17:30 27-Oct-2026

Department of Statistics: CV / Cover Letter Check
Bring your CV or cover letter along for an informal, no-appointment-needed session with LSE Careers. Open to both undergraduate and postgraduate Statistics students, this drop-in is a chance to get quick, practical feedback and ask any questions.
10:30 27-Oct-2026

Department of Economics (PG): LSE women in economics virtual networking
Participate in an engaging online networking session with women economics graduates who've built interesting, fulfilling and rewarding careers following the completion of their studies in the Department of Economics at LSE.
17:00 22-Oct-2026

Get ready and practice employer numeracy tests (online)
Build your confidence and sharpen your skills for employer numerical and graphical tests with practical techniques, example questions and expert guidance to help you feel better prepared for job and internship applications.
15:00 22-Oct-2026

How to write effective cover letters
Learn how to write a tailored cover letter that clearly communicates your motivation, skills and experience, aligns with employer expectations and strengthens your application for specific roles.
13:00 22-Oct-2026

From planning to practice: build your job search strategy (online)
Make sense of the UK graduate job market and how to research your sector. Practise finding vacancies beyond the obvious job boards, research a real role or employer, and leave with a four-week job search plan you can act on this week.
13:00 21-Oct-2026


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