Internship Training · Career level

Career level · Module 2 of 4 · 12 guided hours

CV, Portfolio and Interview Preparation

Present your skills honestly and convincingly with a one-page CV, a portfolio plan and good interview preparation.

Learning objectives

  • Write a one-page CV focused on relevant skills
  • Plan a portfolio of evidence for your specialization
  • Prepare for a placement interview

Topics

  • CV structure and wording
  • Evidence and portfolios
  • Interview questions and answers
  • Following up professionally

Lessons

  1. Lesson 1 Writing a One-Page CV

    Write a clear, honest one-page CV that shows a host organisation what you can do.

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  2. Lesson 2 Building a Portfolio of Evidence

    Plan and collect the evidence that proves your skills — during the internship, not after.

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  3. Lesson 3 Preparing for Interviews and Placement Meetings

    Prepare answers, questions and follow-up for a placement interview.

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Practical activity

Prepare a tailored CV and portfolio plan, then complete a mock placement interview with a panel.

Expected outcomes

  • A one-page CV
  • A portfolio plan
  • Mock interview feedback

Assessment

CV and portfolio plan reviewed against a checklist; mock interview scored with a rubric.

Free taster lesson CV/Portfolio Basics & Interview Preparation Read a free self-study lesson on this topic in the Free Course Library.

Taught live by an instructor — online or in person. Free course lessons are for self-study and do not lead to a certificate — see registration options.