Ever thought about working abroad? Does the idea make you feel excited or nervous? Working abroad can give you the skills to develop you career and your life experience. It will show future employers that you are self-sufficient, willing to adapt, that you have the courage to step outside your comfort zone and that you […]
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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 […]
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If you ask anyone that knows me they will tell you that the Christmas period is my favourite time of year. Why? Because for one month the spirit of giving is on everyone’s mind. There are so many wonderful ways that you can give – not just in December but all year round! The most […]
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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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Ellie Stevens BSc Accounting & Finance (with a placement year at Wells Fargo, working at a Hedge Fund Accountant) MSc Investment Management University of Surrey Boat Club (Rowing) – Women’s Captain 2016/17, President 2017/18 Have not graduated yet (but will be working in investment banking) I stand by the fact that joining USBC is the […]
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Stephanie Gooch MSC Mathematics 2011-2015 Senior DevOps Engineer at KPMG Studying for a Masters in Information Systems and Technology Skills gained through sport There can be no doubt that universities and employers really recognise the skills and qualities that playing sports highlight. Team sports, especially, prove a candidate’s reliability and responsibility and so, for me, […]
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