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Want work experience but don’t know where to go? Need to develop your skills but not sure where to start? Are you unsure about what you want to do when you graduate? If this sounds like you, then pop down to our drop in sessions, where we answer all these questions and more in order […]

Looking to make your CV stand out from the competition? Pop down to the hub and get your CV checked over by one of our advisors. You will get tips on how to get your CV noticed as well as what can be done to enhance your CV. No need to book in, just pop […]

Most employers have only heard of a limited number of work visas - mainly those they have come into contact with. To increase UK work opportunities for yourself it is important that you become the expert on work and study visas you are eligible for and understand how to explain these to potential employers. Recent […]

Exciting new platform for SUMS students – eCareersGrad is launched! Wednesday 22nd January at 12pm - 1pm, in SUMS Lecture Theatre 3 (Lowe Memorial) Want help with interviews? Looking for UK employers who sponsor? The eCareersGrad may be just the help you need. It’s specifically aimed at university students and recent graduates. Karen Allan, SUMS’ […]

Can’t make the launch of eCareerGrad? Come to the drop-in instead Tuesday 28th January at 11am - 12:30pm, in SUMS Computer Room eCareersGrad is the exciting new careers platform available for SUMS students. eCareersGrad will give you insights into what works well at interviews (including consultancy exercise interviews) and also what doesn’t... by observing applicants […]

A Career in the Public Sector - using your business skills for public good Tuesday 25th February at 12pm - 1pm, in The Wave Workroom 3 Finance, management, operations, HR, marketing are all work areas that are needed in local authorities, government departments, schools, NHS and many more. In addition to business skills, public sector […]

Top Tips for securing a summer job 19th March at 12pm - 1pm, in The Wave Workroom 2 Securing a summer job is not only great to increase your funds over the summer but a great way to gain experience, new skills and new friends. Working in the summer might give you the chance to […]

  Skills and Strength-based questions are common to almost every grad level interview but many candidates fail to deliver answers with the evidence and approach required. In this session, you will:- See grad-level, video-based examples of ‘what good looks like’ (and doesn’t) when it comes to answering some of the most common questions Understand the […]

Whilst questions relating to a candidate’s motivation for applying to an opportunity are almost certain to be asked, recruiters report they are some of the most POORLY ANSWERED! see grad-level, video-based examples of ‘what good looks like’ (and doesn’t) when it comes to answering some of the most common questions understand the structures and techniques […]

Future You is a unique opportunity for career ambitious students to meet leading disability-inclusive employers and explore career opportunities. This in-person insight event is designed to give you the information, connections, and confidence to progress in your career. At Future You students will: - Discover exciting career opportunities with leading employers - Gain clarity on […]

Market sizing exercises often appear early in any consulting case interview but the answering techniques required are relevant for a whole range of commercial case scenarios. see grad-level, video-based examples of ‘what good looks like’ (and doesn’t) when it comes to answering market-sizing questions understand the structures and techniques you can use to improve your […]