As thousands of students finish university this summer, thoughts turn to applying for jobs. So, how do you make sure your application stand out? Inventing qualifications or experience, even stretching the truth, is not the way forward. That's despite HEDD's (Higher Education Degree Datacheck) recent survey finding 31% of students know someone who has lied about their qualifications. 37% said it's become a common way to improve chances of getting a job.
For most entry-level roles, the process is the same. You'll need to send a well-researched, tailored application to be in with a chance of getting invited to an interview, and then offered the role.
So if you've got a question about how to write your CV or job application, ask our experts on Thursday 19 June from 2pm to 4pm (BST).
We'll be discussing:
• What to include
• How to tailor your application to each job
• Common mistakes to avoid
• How to make yourself stand out
The Q&A takes place in the comments section below this article. Taking part is easier than ever: you can create a free Guardian account, or log in using your Twitter or Facebook profiles to comment. Alternatively, you can tweet us @GuardianCareers or email your questions to Hannah Friend who can post them for you.
Our panel
Michelle Poole is an experienced and qualified career consultant from Birmingham City University, with over six years' experience offering careers advice and guidance. In addition to this, Michelle has extensive experience within the HR sector.
Hannah Morton-Hedges qualified as a careers adviser 12 years ago and currently runs Momentum Careers Advice. She works with clients of all ages, including freelance work with university careers services. Prior to this, she worked as an in-house recruiter within the finance and technology sectors.
Colin Lloyd is a fully qualified career coach and regional director for Personal Career Management, with over 17 years' experience in the recruitment and career management sectors. He has worked with individuals at all levels of experience, from graduates to senior executives helping them through all aspects of their job search.
Jon Gregory is a job search, application and interview coach who has helped many students and graduates to increase their chances of selection. He edits win-that-job.com, a site he uses to provide free individual help and general advice. After working his way up the career ladder, Jon offers an insider view of what it takes to get past the gatekeepers.
Kate Temple-Brown is client director at Austin Brown Consulting. She is a graduate recruitment and development professional with 13 years' experience, primarily in financial services firms. Her time and varied experiences in the entry-level market gives her exceptional insight and competitor knowledge.
Ravi Soni is a careers adviser for the National Careers Service. His role includes helping people with job applications and interview preparation.
Louise Grant is a marketing and administration officer at the Fuller CV. She liaises between a team of 80 HR consultants, a 20-strong CV review team and CV clients. The Fuller CV has helped thousands of jobseekers, over 12 years, to gain the competitive advantage with their careers.
Simon Caine is a social media expert and will be on hand to show you how to find a new job and get the best out of Twitter in your job hunt. Whether you're looking for your first job, thinking about the next step up or contemplating a career change, the opportunity you're after could be on Twitter right now. You can preorder his new book, published 26 June 2014.
This content is brought to you by Guardian Professional. To get more content and advice like this direct to your inbox, sign up for our weekly update and careers ebook.
