I'm desperate

Mrs Garth Brooks

I am applying to go back to college this year where i need work experience once a week. I sent my cv off to loads of places back in october hoping that i could get something full time before i start the course but that didn't happen.

So, hoping i get a place on the course, i have 7months to sort myself out. I am actually willing to go voluntary once a week for the course.

But how do i go about getting something? Sending off my cv didn't work. Should i ring? I should have the college interview in may. Should i book a couple of days off and go job hunting while i'm at it and call in person.

Any tips how i can make myself look great? I have a great reference letter, should i include it?

Anything?

syklops

What course and industry are you in?

Are you on Job seekers benefit?

Mrs Garth Brooks

I'm not on job seekers benefit. I am working but changing careers. Hoping to get into veterinary nursing. Its the only thing i ever wanted.

syklops

Then offer to volunteer in a dog rescue. That way you get experience in being around animals, without requiring anyone to pay you. Stay in your current job, and volunteer outside your work hours.

Mrs Garth Brooks

Oh, i already do volunteer at a dog's shelter. Its just one of these jobs where places are hard to come by, so not sure how much more i would have to do to make myself look good.

When and how i should be going about it? In person? Ring them? Send off letters and cv again?

Master Bates

I would take the trip to the actual place. If you're volunteering, they're more likely to understand your enthusiasm if you appear in peron.

You're welcome in advance.:pac:

Mrs Garth Brooks

Thanks for that. Will try to book a few days off and call around in person.