The Verdict Is in… What Employers Wanted at the Law Fair
November 10, 2015
By Alice Gould, student blogger Aside from a great opportunity to stock up your stationery collection, there is another great reason to attend the Law Fair: you might get spotted by a potential employer and increase your likelihood of being hired. The reason employers attempt to lure you in with the promise of freebies is …
Insurance is interesting
October 30, 2015
By Amy Pearson, graduated in 2013 with a BA Joint Hons German and Politics To most an oxymoron, but to those that know the industry, these are words of truth. If we’re honest, the words ‘insurance broker’ aren’t particularly the most appealing when considering a career straight after university. But I’d argue that’s because insurance is …
Three pieces of advice: working abroad
September 8, 2015
By Laura Estrop, Social Media Officer Last year I was lucky enough to spend my summer working abroad; it was a once in a life-time experience. If you are embarking on an autumn internship abroad or if you’re considering undertaking some international work at some stage of your career these three tips will help you …
Three pieces of advice: starting a new job
September 4, 2015
By Chris Jones, Senior Careers Adviser – Faculties of Science and Engineering Are you about to start your graduate or new job in the next couple of weeks and want to know how to shine from the start? Or have you recently started your new role and want some practical advice on how to progress? You’re …
Alumni careers advice – part one
September 1, 2015
By Laura Estrop, Social Media Officer Over the past month, we have been asking our alumni to share their top pieces of careers advice with this year’s graduates. Whether you are a graduate who has no idea what you want to do, or a graduate who has already secured a job, the advice below will inspire and help you …
How to nail your first day at work: seven top tips
July 28, 2015
By Laura Estrop, Social Media Officer You did it! After writing an incredible CV and covering letter, you aced the interview and got the job, congratulations! But now you’ve finished celebrating and reality has sunk in; you start your brand new job bright and early on Monday morning. Before you start to panic, follow our …
How I Discovered New Career Opportunities
June 16, 2015
By Mary Strickson, student blogger Last week I attended the Graduate Jobs Fair organised by The Careers and Employability Service. I wasn’t sure what to expect, for example, I didn’t think there would be many arts-based opportunities on offer. However at the fair, I discovered that my degree opens opportunities in many career paths and sectors, which …
Hiring trends in India – 2015 brings cheer!
June 9, 2015
By Varrtika Tarun Mudaliar, Country Advisor, International Office On the back of improved business sentiment and a booming job market, corporate India has revamped its programme to hire fresh graduates from campuses across the country and abroad. For the first time, many companies will utilise psychometric tests and aptitude-based interviews to select candidates with the …
Your Masters, What Next?
February 10, 2015
By Mary Strickson, student blogger I’m studying for a masters in art history and attended the ‘Your masters, what next?’ workshop to find out about the options after my course and hear from successful graduates. The event did not disappoint and I learned a great deal. The event was coordinated by Mark Bradley, Head of …
Graduating With an Arts Degree: Finding the Right Role and Company
January 9, 2015
By Sophie Woods, English and American studies graduate After graduating from Nottingham I was uncertain about what it was exactly that I wanted to do. Akin to many other graduates, and specifically humanities graduates, I knew that I had well-honed skills and various options but no definitive avenue to pursue. I wanted to explore my …
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