A-Z of Online Job Applications: Part 1
June 24, 2014
Looking to stand out in your online applications? Read our quick tips before settling down at the keyboard to discover the dos, don’ts and definitely don’ts of online applications. Allow enough time for each form. Some can take hours and rushing through them can lead to mistakes, such as poor spelling and grammar. Break your examples down to get …
This summer look further than the beach!
June 20, 2014
This week, you may have been onto campus to collect your results and are looking forward to exams, essays and revision becoming a distant memory as you enjoy some hard-earned relaxation. However, summer isn’t all about relaxing, it’s also a good time to be proactive and gain experiences that will increase your employability. In applications …
Networking myths busted
June 17, 2014
Be it a jobs fair, employer presentation or alumni evening – face-to-face networking can come in many forms. However, the myths surrounding networking which may make you think it’s not for you, are as varied as the ways to network. We address some of the most common myths out there. “It’s only for networking naturals” …
Could you be a copywriter?
June 13, 2014
By Derryck Strachan, Managing Director, Big Star Copywriting You know you’re good with words, and your lecturers are always complimenting you on how well written your essays are. You might be studying English, creative writing or another related subject, or you could be studying a scientific or technical subject and feel you could transfer your …
Five Things You Didn’t Know About Speculative Applications
June 12, 2014
You may be well-practised at filling in online application forms and sending off your CV and covering letter to apply for vacancies, but what if there’s a company you’re keen to work for and they’re not advertising positions? With a speculative application you send your CV and covering letter to an employer to enquire about opportunities, not necessarily vacancies, …
Home, sweet home: returning to China
June 6, 2014
By Liting Zhang, Global Employment Manager (China) Exams are finally over, and you may be looking forward to enjoying some home comforts when you head back to China. But after you’ve rested, you’ll want to start looking at what opportunities are out there for you. What do you need to know about the labour market …
Home, sweet home: returning to Malaysia
By Kohila Palanisamy, Global Employment Consultant (South East Asia) Nasi lamak, roti canai, thosai, kuey twow goring and a good glass of The Tarik might be some of the things that you’re looking forward to now your exams are over and you’re heading back home. But what do you need to know about Malaysia’s labour market to …
‘University is one of the shortest chapters of our lives’ – what will your story be?
June 3, 2014
By Will Knapp, Activities Officer, The University of Nottingham Students’ Union “If you leave university with just a scroll and a few letters after your name; we’ve wasted your time, and ours”. I first heard this said when I began my time as The University of Nottingham Students’ Union Activities Officer and I couldn’t agree …
From research to recommendations: Holly’s Third Sector Consultancy Challenge experience
May 27, 2014
By Holly Welsh, Year 4, MSci International Relations and Global Issues Our Third Sector Consultancy Challenge is a four week project, designed to offer social sciences students the opportunity to develop skills, experience the world of consultancy and give something back to the local community. Holly shares her experiences of taking part in this project …
Phillipa’s student helper experience
May 23, 2014
By Phillipa Ampeire, MPH Public Health If you’ve seen any advertisements for student helpers on the Unitemps website, you might be wondering what this work entails. Phillipa shares her experiences of this varied role and tells us how it has helped her career prospects. Why did you want to be a student helper? I was first interested in …
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