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Welcome to your Careers Service – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Whether you’re in your first or final year, it’s never too early to start planning for your future. Our award-winning Careers Service offers support and advice throughout your time at university, and beyond. No matter what stage you’re at, we’re here to help you make the most of your time and best prepare you for…
Independent Students – Making the most of next academic year! – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Being estranged from your family or a care leaver can bring additional challenges to university life. Well, the good news is that there is lots of support available at The University of Manchester. Connect with our Student Support Team and make them aware of your situation. If you are eligible for support, you will…
Getting final-year ready: it’s not too late to boost your employability – University of Manchester Careers Blog
If you’re preparing to start your final year in September, now’s the time to do some research on your career and boost your employability, before everything gets hectic! Here are some top tips for where to start with your career journey in your final year. 1. Final year careers We have lots of support and…
Four careers tips you should know before finishing Uni – University of Manchester Careers Blog
You might be knee-deep in final year exams right now, but the end is in sight! Read on for some tips you should know to prepare for when it's finally all over… You can access the Careers Service for 2 years after your course end-date We understand that you don’t stop needing support from the…
Congrats Class of 2023 – Your Careers Support Explained – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Congratulations to everyone who is marking the end of their degree during the summer 2023 graduation ceremonies. For those graduates who may be concerned about the potential impact of the University and College Union (UCU) nationwide marking and assessment boycott on your employment options, you can find out how the Careers Service can support you. Our support…
Here’s why you should use the alumni search tool on LinkedIn – University of Manchester Careers Blog
The alumni search functionality on LinkedIn is one of the most useful tools on the site. All you need to do is search for 'The University of Manchester' (or any other HE institution!) and click the “Alumni” tab on the header. From there, you can then explore the profiles of almost 300,000 LinkedIn users who…
What Can a Student Careers Internship Do for You? – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Yuying He is an economics student who is undertaking a Student Careers Internship (SCI.) As the cost-of-living crisis hits, many students have no choice but to take up jobs. SCIs are paid positions within the University’s Careers Service, which you can complete whilst studying. Here’s Yuying’s experience! My SCI Experience I came across the SCI opportunities with…
Book your Getting Started appointment this summer! – University of Manchester Careers Blog
As the exam period comes to an end and the summer break begins, you may be thinking more about your transition from student life to working life. If you’re unsure about what comes next for you or want some tips about how to prepare for your future career, you can book a Getting Started appointment…
Five ways to get graduate careers support in 30 minutes or less – University of Manchester Careers Blog
It can be difficult to make that first step with your job search after you finish your degree, but there are plenty of quick and simple tasks you can do to get the ball rolling and bag that first role. As a graduate, you can continue to access the Careers Service for up to two…
How to get the most out of your part-time job – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Many students decide to work part-time during their time at Manchester. It’s a great way to earn some extra money, it can contribute to your future employability, and not to mention the great relationships you can build, too. With that in mind, we’re sharing some of our top tips of how to get the most…
Don’t know what to do after your degree? – University of Manchester Careers Blog
When thinking about your future career, it’s important to spend some time building awareness of who you are, focussing on your strengths, experience, skills, and values. This will help you identify which sectors might be a good fit for you. Who are you? Reflect on these questions; What do you like about your degree? For example:…
Five reasons to come to Future Fortnight 2023 – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Every year, the Careers Service run a programme of events specifically designed for final-year students right after they finish their exams, and this year is no exception! Here are five reasons you should come along to Future Fortnight, between 12-13 June. 1. Develop an effective graduate job hunting strategy Get started with an efficient and…
Getting final-year ready: it’s not too late to boost your employability – University of Manchester Careers Blog
If you’re preparing to start your final year in September, now’s the time to do some research on your career and boost your employability, before everything gets hectic! Here are some top tips for where to start with your career journey in your final year. 1. Final year careers We have lots of support and…
5 ways to get graduate careers support in 30 minutes or less – University of Manchester Careers Blog
It can be difficult to make that first step with your job search after you finish your degree, but there are plenty of quick and simple tasks you can do to get the ball rolling and bag that first role. As a graduate, you can continue to access the Careers Service for up to two…
What Can a Student Careers Internship Do for You? – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Yuying He is an economics student who is undertaking a Student Careers Internship (SCI.) As the cost-of-living crisis hits, many students have no choice but to take up jobs. SCIs are paid positions within the University’s Careers Service, which you can complete whilst studying. Here’s Yuying’s experience! My SCI Experience I came across the SCI opportunities with…
Don’t know what to do after your degree? – University of Manchester Careers Blog
When thinking about your future career, it’s important to spend some time building awareness of who you are, focussing on your strengths, experience, skills, and values. This will help you identify which sectors might be a good fit for you. Who are you? Reflect on these questions; What do you like about your degree? For example:…
Congrats Class of 2023 – Your Careers Support Explained – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Congratulations on graduating from your degree at The University of Manchester! We are looking forward to helping you celebrate during your graduation. For those graduates who may be concerned about the potential impact of the University and College Union (UCU) nationwide marking and assessment boycott on your employment options, you can find out how the Careers Service…
Here’s why you should use the alumni search tool on LinkedIn – University of Manchester Careers Blog
The alumni search functionality on LinkedIn is one of the most useful tools on the site. All you need to do is search for 'The University of Manchester' (or any other HE institution!) and click the “Alumni” tab on the header. From there, you can then explore the profiles of almost 300,000 LinkedIn users who…
Book your Getting Started appointment this summer! – University of Manchester Careers Blog
As the exam period comes to an end and the summer break begins, you may be thinking more about your transition from student life to working life. If you’re unsure about what comes next for you or want some tips about how to prepare for your future career, you can book a Getting Started appointment…
How to get the most out of your part-time job – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Many students decide to work part-time during their time at Manchester. It’s a great way to earn some extra money, it can contribute to your future employability, and not to mention the great relationships you can build, too. With that in mind, we’re sharing some of our top tips of how to get the most…
Five reasons to come to Future Fortnight 2023 – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Every year, the Careers Service run a programme of events specifically designed for final-year students right after they finish their exams, and this year is no exception! Here are five reasons you should come along to Future Fortnight, between 12-13 June. 1. Develop an effective graduate job hunting strategy Get started with an efficient and…
The best things about being a Manchester Graduate Talent Intern – University of Manchester Careers Blog
As this academic year comes to a close, you may be thinking about your transition from student life to working life. The Manchester Graduate Talent (MGT) scheme is a great place to bridge that gap. Keep reading to learn my three favourite things about being an MGT Intern! 1. Staying in Manchester One of the…
Four careers tips you should know before finishing Uni – University of Manchester Careers Blog
You might be knee-deep in final year exams right now, but the end is in sight! Read on for some tips you should know to prepare for when it's finally all over… You can access the Careers Service for 2 years after your course end-date We understand that you don’t stop needing support from the…
How to get the most out of your LinkedIn profile – University of Manchester Careers Blog
LinkedIn is one of the most useful career tools you can use as a student and new graduate, but to really get the benefit of this great platform, you have to be ready to actually engage with the website and its users. Read on for some tips on how to clean up your profile and…
Top 3 Behind Manchester’s Doors highlights – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Two weeks ago, the Careers Service took a group of first year students to different offices around Manchester City centre, to see what life in a 9-5 could look like. We explored sectors like Law, Media, PR and Communications, as well as Government and the Public Sector. I was lucky enough to be invited to…
Help! I’m leaving university and haven’t got a job yet – University of Manchester Careers Blog
This is an edited extract from Hannah Salton's book, ‘Graduate Careers Uncovered: Tools and insights from a former recruiter to demystify your job search’ which is available in paperback and e-book on Amazon. Hannah is a qualified executive coach, career consultant and former graduate recruiter. She spent the first eight years of her career recruiting…
Take your digital skills to the next level – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Our Digital Experience Week begins on campus Monday, 24 April 2023! Throughout the week you’ll have the opportunity to meet employers, develop digital skills, and update your LinkedIn profile with a professional photo (taken by our LinkedIn photographer). There’s plenty to take part in during the week’s activities, but you don’t have to stop there!…
Three reasons to apply for Behind Manchester’s Doors 2023 – University of Manchester Careers Blog
If you’re a first year undergraduate, chances are you haven’t thought too deeply about your career just yet. But no matter how long you’ve still got to work out the details, there’s no time like the present to get an idea of the sector(s) you might be interested in! Here’s just a few reasons you…
How to balance studying with part-time work – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Part-time work is a great way to boost your CV and earn a bit of extra cash whilst studying, whether you’re a first year undergraduate or studying a masters! However, there are a few things to keep in mind to help strike the right balance between work and study. Working hours - how many is…
Where to start if you want to work abroad – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Fancy working abroad after you graduate? Here are some websites that are a useful place to start: Prospects Prospects’ country guides are a great place to start exploring working internationally. For more than thirty countries, they give you information on important sectors and large, international companies you can find, how the application systems might differ…
Think you’ve missed the boat for placement years? Read on…. – University of Manchester Careers Blog
As you begin semester 2, you may be searching for a year-out placement opportunity. One of the common assumptions we hear from students at this time of year is that all the good placements have gone, as some recruiters close their vacancies around Christmas time. Some students are anxious that they’ve missed their chance if…
Three things to do in your final semester – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Welcome to your final semester of uni! Things are hotting up and getting busy, but it’s still a good idea to be thinking about your career plans. If you only have time to do three things before you finish your course, why not make them these: 1. Book a careers appointment Whether you’re just starting…
The benefits of having a mentor (and how to get one!) – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Securing a career mentor is an ideal way to hone your job search, boost your professional network and find out more about the breadth of opportunities post-uni. A career mentor is someone with experience in your sector. They can provide an insight into the application process, including the transition from studying to full-time work. They…
Applying for the NHS Scientist Training Programme in 2023 – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Welcome to our NHS Scientist Training Programme (STP) blog post for 2023. Thousands of scientists and engineers of all disciplines work for the NHS, and the STP is how they recruit most of their Clinical Science trainees each year. This blog will help you navigate the application process, and it will be updated when there…
The benefits of an undergraduate placement – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Written by Penney Gordon-Lanes, Careers Consultant Thinking about undertaking a placement year as part of your degree? Read on to find out if it’s really worth it! Integrating a placement as part of your degree programmes is now an option across many programmes and can make a difference when competing for jobs, training and postgraduate…
Stay in Touch: Engaging with the Careers Service as You Finish Your Degree – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Coming to the end of your degree? Whether you know exactly what you want to do next or have no idea, the Careers Service is here for you. Offering full access to the Careers Service for two years after you complete your course, the Careers Service can help you with whatever you want to do…
Graduate Schemes: Six events you need to attend if you’re thinking about applying – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Graduate Schemes can be a popular route but we know that navigating them can feel overwhelming. Get prepared and succeed in your graduate scheme applications, by coming to Graduate Schemes Week (3 - 7 October 2022) and discover six events you should not miss: 1. A-Z of Graduate SchemesMonday, 3 October 2022, 12-1pm Not sure…
Five reasons not to miss Skills Week – University of Manchester Careers Blog
Skills Week (Monday, 10 October to Friday, 14 October 2022) is a brand new campaign especially for final year students and recent graduates. Develop your personal brand, build your skills and learn how to articulate them to future employers. Here are five reasons not to miss Skills Week this October: 1. Get your Careers questions…
Graduate Psychometric Tests: Your Questions Answered – University of Manchester Careers Blog
If you are taking a psychometric test as part of an application or are simply wondering what they are, the Careers Service can help you perform at your best. Find out the answers to some common FAQ's about psychometric tests: What are graduate psychometric tests? Graduate psychometric tests measure skills and are evidence based assessments.…