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Where to Find Volunteer Opportunities While at University

By Grace Smyth, student blogger Volunteering is a great way to give back to the community while developing vital transferrable skills that will help you in the future and set you apart from other applicants when applying for jobs. During my time at university, volunteering has been something that has been very important to me …

Students’ Union: Full-time and Part-time Officer Roles

By Hayley Williams, Students’ Union Employability Development Manager Nominations are currently open for both full-time (paid employment) and part-time (volunteering alongside your studies) Officer roles in your Students’ Union. These are great opportunities to make changes, lead an organisation, and shape the student experience for years to come. We spoke to your Mature Students’ Officer, …

Could a Role Within the Students’ Union Be for You?

By Joe Paternoster, Students’ Union Activities Officer Have you got what it takes to lead an organisation, influence senior stakeholders and represent students?  With nominations now open we wanted to de-mystify the role of being a full time University of Nottingham Students’ Union Officer.  Successful candidates will have access to a bespoke development programme, a …

Start Your Future With the SU

By Hayley Williams, Students’ Union Employability Development Manager Your Students’ Union (SU) is here throughout your degree and beyond, with opportunities to discover your passion, excel at it, and make your CV outstanding. Getting involved in your SU can help you:  work as a team develop your leadership skills manage budgets and test your financial skills …

The University-Affiliated Projects That Can Build Your CV (Part 2)

By Benedict Watson – Student Blogger In part one of this blog post, I drew attention to some of the great University-affiliated schemes which provide you with work experience and opportunities for skill development. These schemes were: • Nottingham Internship Scheme • Course Rep • Summer School Ambassador • Society Committee In part two of …

‘University is one of the shortest chapters of our lives’ – what will your story be?

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 …