After attending the Summer Recruitment Fair, which saw 60+ employers visiting campus for one of the biggest careers events of the year, second-year politics student Anna Ouston shares her advice for effective networking at events. “Networking is something that is really important for your career and your life after you graduate, and building up these connections […]
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We appreciate that it can be challenging for international students to find employment, either during or after their studies at University, but don’t despair; the Employability & Careers Centre and International Student Support are here to help you! Here we answer some commonly asked questions to help international students navigate their employment options. Am I […]
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With the University of Surrey’s Summer Recruitment Fair only 7 days away, we share our 5 top tips below on how to prepare and get the most out of this event. On Wednesday 10th May, we will welcome over 60 exhibitors to campus, from large graduate recruiters such as BAE Systems, EY and Capgemini, to […]
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Many students focus on graduate schemes and view them as the best available progression route. Whilst graduate schemes can offer excellent training and a great introduction to a particular sector, they are not for everyone. Schemes can be highly competitive and demanding, and are usually only available in larger, more corporate companies. In practice, only […]
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With final year exams looming, studying takes priority, but spare a thought for your future career! To help make the transition from university to work a little easier, the Employability & Careers Centre share what you need to be thinking about in the coming months… Know your career options Not sure where to start with […]
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On 28th March 2017, the Employability and Careers Centre hosted the Professional Training (PT) Student of the Year Awards to recognise and celebrate the outstanding contributions of our students during their placement year in industry. The experiences our PTY students have had while out on placement have been quite remarkable. Their impact has ranged from […]
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