The Banking and Finance industries are notorious for opening early for applications (it’s usually in the summer or early Autumn), if you don’t want to miss out you MUST apply early, so here’s what you can do while you wait for those ‘open for application’ dates to be announced: Do your research: Decide which companies […]
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Feeling overwhelmed by your job search? Here are some manageable steps to get you started. Whether you’re hoping to get a placement, summer internship or graduate role, there are going to be times when your academic work takes priority and your job search has to take a back seat. Or, it could be that making […]
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Each year, Mental Health Awareness Week invites us to reflect on how we support our own wellbeing and how we support others. This year’s theme of “Action” focuses on moving beyond awareness to practical, tangible steps for better mental health. Consider actions to support mental health in these categories: Mental Health in Your Career Journey […]
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16th March marks the start of Sustainability Week 2026. This year, we’re celebrating by raising awareness of who can do green jobs, (spoiler alert: it’s not just STEM subjects), and we have some information about where to start in finding green career opportunities. So, here are 3 myths we’ve busted about working in green jobs […]
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Students often believe they need direct industry experience to get a graduate job. But employers value any type of work experience or positions of responsibility where you can develop relevant transferable skills.
You will be able to develop skills including resilience, communication and problem-solving in industries not directly related to your chosen sector. You should develop an awareness of how your skills are transferable to your desired area of work.
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Whilst getting a degree is key to accessing graduate opportunities, gaining work experience alongside your academic studies is equally important with 74% of employers agreeing that graduates with internships and placements arrive in the workplace with better skills and attitudes than those that do not (Institute of Student Employers Recruitment Survey 2024).
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As we approach the vacation and exams, many Final Year students will be coming to the end of their time at Surrey and about to make the transition to employment. You may be progressing on to further study or taking time out for travel/other projects. Either way, it is likely to be a transition period […]
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