Surrey Careers blog

Official blog of the University of Surrey's Employability and Careers Centre

How I fitted part time work around my PhD

Finding a wide range of employment opportunities while studying Fairly new in my department, I was asked to perform as a last minute substitute examiner for a class test on a subject within my area of expertise. That’s how I got started with Unitemps, it’s been a joyous ride so far and I recommend everyone, to […]


You mean, I have to go and work now?

Careers Ambassador, Meg has written this blog about transitioning from university to the working world. When we’re at University, all we can think about is studying, partying, socialising etc. But what happens next? We are often, seemingly, thrown out in the working world and are totally unprepared for the scenarios that we may encounter. Many […]


Christmas Jobs – in all their forms – give you both skills and stories to tell

For many of us Christmas is a time to unwind, relax, spend time with friends and family and eat (too much). But, do you ever find that you have just spent TOO much time doing all of the above and want to do something else? Christmas Jobs of the ECC staff I spent most of […]


My first week in the real world!

After several applications and interviews for a gap year placement before going to university, I was able to secure a job in the heart of London. My first week at work was a bit of a culture-shock for me. Back in sixth form days, everyone chilled with their own groups, whereas in the workplace all […]


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