A graduate in search of a job
July 31, 2025
By Hannah Kane, Biblical Studies and Theology I submitted my last assignment in May, and now I’m on the hunt for a job. I knew it wasn’t going to be easy, but nevertheless, I began looking for a role which suited me. Here are 5 things I’ve been doing as a graduate searching for a …
From UoN to working for the Austrialian Government in Canberra
July 29, 2025
Emma O’Flaherty, UoN graduate Hi, my name is Emma, and I graduated from UoN in 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Geography. My plans after graduation were honestly just to try to get any sort of job relevant to my degree. My preference was to work in government or something environmental. From …
How I calm interview nerves
July 24, 2025
By Hannah Kane, Biblical Studies and Theology I’ve just finished an interview, and I’m so relieved it’s over. “That wasn’t as bad as I thought it was going to be”, I think to myself. It’s natural to be nervous, especially when you really want the job. As someone relatively new to the job market and …
KTP Associate Q&A spotlight
With Saumya Sood, Knowledge Transfer Partnership Associate I am a food scientist with a strong passion for sensory and flavour science. Originally from India, I hold degrees in food technology from the University of Delhi and the University of Reading. I completed my PhD at the University of Reading, where my research focused on saltiness …
My year-long journey securing a placement
July 22, 2025
By Freya Griffiths, MSci Hons Neuroscience I am soon to begin my industrial placement year as part of my integrated master’s degree. I approach this opportunity with excitement and gratitude, reflecting on the year-long journey that got me here. Laying the groundwork The summer before my second year, I created my first scientific CV. Until …
Building a career in mental health nursing
July 17, 2025
By Anthony Irogue, mental health nursing student I’m currently in my second year studying mental health nursing at the University of Nottingham. My passion for education and learning has led me to work as a support worker alongside studying, assisting individuals with mental health challenges. This support worker role provides valuable experience that is beneficial …
The Students’ Union: Why get involved
July 15, 2025
By Hayley Williams, Students’ Union Employability Manager Being part of your Students’ Union (SU) gives you so many opportunities to experience new things, meet new people, and develop new skills. Your involvement in your SU can be shaped and influenced by your interests and personal development goals. Join a student group, volunteer in the local …
Jitters and the joy: How to mentally and physically prepare for your clinical placement
July 3, 2025
By Havanah Virtue-James, dietetic student Image by Ann Tarazevich from Pixels. Starting placement can feel daunting and exciting at the same time; it certainly is the case for me, and I know I am not alone. I am a third-year student dietitian preparing for my first in-person clinic placement. I am nervous, but mainly excited …
Graduate jobs vs graduate schemes: What’s the difference (and why it matters!)
July 1, 2025
By Bernadette Dooley, Careers Adviser. Photo by Nachristos on Unsplash When you’re finishing university, the job hunt can feel like a whirlwind of applications, deadlines, and decisions. One of the most common questions we hear is: What’s the difference between a graduate job and a graduate scheme? Let’s break it down so …
From UoN classrooms to a UK career: My journey as an international student
June 24, 2025
By Kanchan Subhash Shelke, graduate I moved to the UK in 2023 to pursue an MSc in Data Science at the University of Nottingham. I had always been interested in data and finance, so I hoped to find a career in that space. What I didn’t expect was how much the support from the university …
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