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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Emily Collins-Wingate Studying Veterinary Medicine and Science Course Rep for Years 1 and 2 of Veterinary Medicine and Science (2015/2016 and 2016/2017) Vice-President of Surrey VetSoc for 2016/2017 President of Surrey VetSoc for 2017/2018 and 2018/2019 Still a current student at Surrey, due to graduate in 2020 The ability to communicate with a wide range […]
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It may feel early to be thinking about summer internships, but with the long summer vacation around 7 months away, many companies are already advertising their schemes on Surrey Pathfinder. We asked Sam Miles from STEP tells us more. When applying for graduate roles, some form of experience is an essential requirement. Getting that direct […]
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Whilst on placement, you will come into contact with professionals at all different levels within your organisation, as well as external companies. Students who have taken the opportunity to network have said they have gained good business contacts who have offered support, and in some case, jobs after their placement. Networking can sound daunting, and […]
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