Claudia kick-starts her career in the marketing world at Lakeside!
July 11, 2014
By Claudia Ferlisi, BA English Studies (2012), MA Art History (2013), Arts Marketing Intern at Lakeside Arts Centre My arts marketing internship has been my first real opportunity to progress my career since leaving The University of Nottingham. It’s great that the university is still supporting me on the next step of my journey and that I’m …
How to Make the Most out of Your Internship
July 8, 2014
Are you looking forward to undertaking an internship or work experience this summer? Don’t sleepwalk your way through this valuable period of time with our six ways to make the most out of your experience. Keep a record How many times have you come to write a CV or covering letter and found yourself staring at …
Counselling Fact vs Fiction
July 4, 2014
By Diane Pikett, Careers Diagnostic Officer, Careers and Employability Service Being skilled in the art of listening, empathetic and having unconditional positive regard for a client are essential characteristics of a good counsellor. However, due to factors such as the depiction of this occupation in pop culture, there are many misunderstandings about what counsellors are, …
Finalist Careers Clinic Part 4
June 30, 2014
By Andy Smith, Careers Consultant I’ve just got my results back and I’ve got a 2:2, should I start worrying about my career prospects? A 2:2 is not always a bad result, after all what wouldn’t England have given for a 2:2 against Italy, or Uruguay, for that matter! You may have a got a …
A-Z of Online Job Applications: Part 2
June 27, 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. Myths such as ‘you will be selected or rejected by a computer’ surround online applications – don’t believe them. Computers can only be used for screening candidates based on factors such …
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, …
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