Surrey Careers blog

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

Start before your ready? How to start a business in no time. Part 2

Guest blogger, Leanne Thompson continues her blog with tips on what you should do when starting up a business. Produce your startup business plan Now, this is where you can definitely fall prey to overthinking things. A business plan is a hugely important document. A thorough and considered plan that encompasses your research and the […]


How to successfully handle rejection emails

As a Final Year student, I have received my fair share of rejection emails. When it comes to job applications, regardless of whether the role is an internship, placement or graduate scheme many of us are in the same boat. We’ve all been there – you check your inbox and see an email from an […]


Start before you are ready? How to start a business in no time. Part 1

This week’s guest blog is from Leanne Thompson, who recently graduated with a Business Management degree from the University of Birmingham. She went straight into setting up her own local events business and shares what she has learnt over the past few months here. This blog will be published in 2 parts – look out for […]


Student Enterprise – supporting your university journey

This guest blog has been written by Jocelyn Chandler-Hawkins from Student Enterprise, the University of Surrey team who provide enterprise support to students and graduates. What is Student Enterprise? The University of Surrey’s Student Enterprise team offer practical business support to entrepreneurial students and alumni* from all disciplines who aspire to run their own business, […]


Why you should gain experience whilst at university

This guest blog has been written by Sam Miles from Step, a company who provide a range of work experience opportunities for students and  graduates. Why you should gain experience whilst at university Along with ensuring you get the best grades you can and having a great time at university, another thing you should make a priority […]


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