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Posts by Leah Sharpe

I’m a Master’s Graduate, Where Do I Go From Here?

By Katie Ray, Careers Adviser So, you’re about to complete your postgraduate study – congratulations! As exciting as this next chapter should be, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, unsure of the future, and confused about what steps to take next.   Rest assured; all those feelings are very normal. If you’re feeling stuck and …

Earn Money by Sourcing Flexible Jobs Through Unitemps

By Grace Smyth, Languages student blogger Having a part-time job at university is a great way to build your CV work experience while earning a little extra cash on the side. In my first year at university, I knew that I had the time and could benefit from a part-time job but was worried about …

What Is the Soundtrack to Your Career?

By Amy Liscoe, psychology student If you’re anything like me there probably isn’t a day that goes by that you don’t listen to music. It wakes me up each morning, plays in my headphones throughout the day, and often creeps in again when I’m off to bed. Music is such a huge part of my …

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I’m a Postgraduate Student and Worried About Getting a Job

By Anna Glaze-Krayer, Employability Officer The University of Nottingham’s most recent graduate outcomes data (collected from students who graduated in 2020) provides plenty of reasons for postgraduate students to be optimistic. Surveyed 15 months after graduation, 86.6% of those with postgraduate qualifications were in what’s classed as ‘highly skilled’ work, or further higher education. Furthermore, …

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Thinking of Working at a Summer Camp? Here’s What You Could Learn!

By Grace Smyth, student blogger Whether you are in your final year of university still unsure about what to do after graduation, or you are wanting to try something different this summer, choosing to apply to work at a summer camp can help you build vital skills for your CV while earning money. Confidence Being …

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Am I Considered To Have a Disability and What Does This Mean in the Workplace?

By Harriet Akehurst, Employability Officer Navigating the world of work can be tricky. What about if you have a disability or long term health condition? How do you know if you’re entitled to adjustments or support in the workplace? What is considered to be a “disability” under the Equality Act?  The Equality Act 2010 was established …

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ChatGPT and Job Applications

By Gemma Foxall, Careers Adviser In a recent survey of students studying at UK universities, fewer than 10% said they wouldn’t use ChatGPT for their job applications. It’s not surprising then that this topic came up during a recent job application appointment I had with a Physiotherapy student. I spoke to Anita, who had used …

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How To Find Out if an Employer Is Genuinely Inclusive

By Amrina Kaur, Employability Officer Creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is important for both personal and professional growth. However, finding an employer that genuinely embraces equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) can be challenging. Explore practical steps to help you assess whether a potential employer is truly EDI positive, to help you find a …

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Summer Term and I’m Still Not Sure What I’ll Be Doing When I Finish Uni…

By Cathy Sibley, Careers Adviser Where’s the time gone? One minute you’re a fresher with three years in front of you and now it’s summer term and you’re in your final year!  Many students find this a tricky time, as they don’t necessarily have a job to step straight into and feel they need to …

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Additional Online Resources to Help You With Career Development

By Amrina Kaur, Employability Officer Did you know that the university subscribes to lots of additional online resources to help you with career development? Check out our list below to see if any would be useful for you, whether you are looking to research, practise your skills or discover valuable career insight. Do you need …

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