Students - win the trip of a lifetime to Abu Dhabi with WSP

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Undergraduate students looking for a career in civil engineering should start preparing to take part in NCE's unique careers advice event - it could help you land a plum first job and an all-expenses trip to an exciting destination such as Abu Dhabi to witness plans for the zero-carbon Masdar City.

The NCE/WSP How to Get a Job in Civil Engineering - Live! event will this year be held in a top quality West Midlands country manor from Saturday 29th to Sunday 30th November and will be the must-attend event for all students looking for a top career in the industry.

The weekend event will give 50 lucky students the exclusive opportunity to gain practical advice and tips on how to get the best jobs in civil engineering.

Leading consultant WSP will be hosting the event with NCE and has put together a programme of activities designed specifically to help undergraduate students from across the built environment to understand the vast breadth of career opportunities available within civil engineering  sector.

Crucially career and recruitment experts and experienced professionals from across the industry will be on hand to provide valuable insight into how to apply for a job, how prepare for interview and then how to shine in front of prospective employers

Over the weekend you will:

• learn how to prepare the best CV

• find out how to make your application letter stand out

• pick up top interview tips and techniques

• find out how to build a career in civil engineering

• get to meet and question senior industry bosses

• enjoy a fun weekend of learning, networking and entertainment

• have the chance to win an all expenses overseas trip

All arrangements for the weekend, including food, accommodation, entertainment and travel will be provided and you will be guaranteed a weekend to remember.

Students will compete to win one of the coveted 50 places.

Entering is easy!

Send an email to howtogetajob2008@wspgroup.com

Your email must include:

1. your name
2. your contact telephone number
3. your CV
4. a covering letter explaining why you should be one of the lucky 50 students, including:
 
- your current course and the university you attend 
- your professional and academic interests 
- your passions - on your course and in life 
- why you want a career in civil engineering 
- what career goals you are aiming for 
- any previous experience in the construction industry 
- your interests outside the construction industry 
- what makes you laugh – what makes you cry

Closing date for entries is Friday 24 October