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 …
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 …
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 …
Gaining experience within the NHS
May 22, 2025
By Gemma Foxall, Careers Adviser Image from Pixabay In this article, you’ll discover why gaining experience in the NHS will enhance your future career ambitions, how to find opportunities and support available when you are ready to apply for roles. Why? If your ultimate career goal is to work as a psychologist, a physiotherapist, a …
Think Pacific: Fiji fever dream
May 15, 2025
By Tegan Yapp, Pharmacology student Last July, I was privileged to travel to Fiji and participate in a month-long mental health project with Think Pacific. Think Pacific is a charity that works in partnership with the Fijian government to deliver a variety of projects that aim to support local communities and help them grow in …
KTP Associate Q&A spotlight
April 17, 2025
By Pischanath (Ice) Ariyapolkanoksin, KTP Associate Tell us a bit about you I’m originally from Thailand and have almost a decade of experience in Supply Chain and Logistics management within the automotive sector. I moved to the UK in 2021 to pursue my master’s degree at the University of Sheffield and have since been seeking …
My Nottingham internship experience
April 11, 2025
By Zoe Waite, Liberal Arts graduate I participated in the Nottingham Internship Scheme (NIS) in summer 2024, after my final year of study at UoN. I had some foundational experience in social media management and had taken part in digital marketing courses such as the ‘Digital Marketing Academy’, but I wanted to enhance my skills …
My route into a career in publishing
April 1, 2025
By Lucy Clark, graduate I graduated from the University of Nottingham in 2022 with a degree in Modern Languages (French and Spanish) and absolutely no idea of what career I wanted to pursue. It was only when I moved back home after university and dedicated some real time to thinking about my interests (literature, history, …
My placement with the National Trust
March 25, 2025
By Hannah Kane, Biblical Studies and Theology In the first semester of second year, I applied for the Nottingham Advantage Award module: Experience Heritage. After spending the summer longing for hands-on experience, the Advantage Award seemed like the perfect opportunity to do just that. I was fortunate enough to be placed at The Workhouse and …
Getting the most out of your placement
March 4, 2025
By Hannah Kane, Biblical Studies and Theology student Congratulations, you’ve secured a placement. I’m sure you’re eager to get started. However, there are a few things that you should keep in mind to ensure you get the most out of the opportunity. In order to do that, why don’t you try these simple steps. Keep …
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