Across
- 1. A document that outlines your education, experience, and skills.
- 2. A higher education institution offering degree-level courses.
- 3. Someone who sets up their own business, taking on financial risks.
- 4. A paid job combining practical training with study towards a qualification.
- 7. Another word for CV, especially used in American English.
- 8. A short-term role offering work experience, often unpaid.
- 9. Building professional relationships to discover opportunities.
- 11. A formal meeting where an employer assesses a potential employee.
- 14. A collection of work or projects to showcase your skills.
- 15. A fixed regular payment, typically paid monthly by an employer.
- 16. Short-term placement in a real workplace to gain insight into a job.
- 17. Type of skill that can be used across different roles or industries.
- 19. A recognised award for completing a course or training.
Down
- 1. The direction your working life may follow, based on choices and experience.
- 5. People who can vouch for your skills, character, and work ethic.
- 6. A more experienced person who supports and guides someone in their career.
- 10. A sector of the economy linked to specific careers (e.g. healthcare, tech).
- 12. Training or education that prepares you for a specific trade or career.
- 13. A break from education to travel, work or volunteer, often taken after sixth form.
- 18. The process of finding and hiring new employees.