Olivia is a Modern and Medieval Languages student from the University of Cambridge. She secured an Audit Social Mobility Scheme through Bright Network. 
We'd love for you to tell us a little about yourself.
"I've always loved studying but didn't think university would be for me."
"My teachers encouraged me to apply for Cambridge and I decided to pursue languages, which was my favourite subject at school."
"I've always been interested in business but never considered audit roles until I applied to this scheme."
What was your application journey like?
"It was a long process and I'd had a lot of rejections, so I was nervous."
"I decided to give it a go and used Bright Network resources to practice assessments and interview skills."
How did Bright Network help you secure your role?
"I hadn't heard of the scheme until I started using Bright Network.
The advice on the site helped me improve my CV and prepare for interview and assessment."
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What have you learnt from going through the process?
"I've learnt to persevere and to keep going even when I get rejections."
"It's given me confidence in my abilities and potential."
What are you most proud of about your journey?
"I'm proud of how I handled the pressure of job applications, especially the long response questions and multiple assessments.
They were challenging but really worthwhile."
What are your tips for people looking to follow in your footsteps?
"Use the resources on Bright Network, especially when practicing for interviews and testing. And, keep going!"
