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17 Jul 2024: Search site. sector_internationalorganisations_0.png. to get inspiration about your career choices. It brings together news, opinions, advice, and perspectives from Cambridge students and graduates. Use Handshake - join today to explore career

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4 Nov 2020: apply_psychometric_0.png Many graduate employers use psychometric tests as part of the recruitment process. A range of tests is often used to determine the skills, knowledge, personality and behaviour of applicants, helping to identify the

1 Apr 2022: students_graduation_day.jpg Cambridge is one of the best universities in the world and is home to over 23,000 students from more than 140 countries, studying across a range of undergraduate, graduate and PhD programmes.

29 Sep 2020: A dedicated service with specialist advisers and resources To register on Handshake, our careers platform, please fill in this quick registration form. Already registered on Handshake and can't see the specialist Postdoc Appointments? email us and we

20 Nov 2020: It may be less resilient to economic pressures and therefore less stable. ... a need to generate income in a tough economic climate.

16 May 2024: Every student has a unique career journey. For mature students, our focus isn't on the label but on understanding where you are in your career journey and where you aspire to be.

11 Jun 2024: The Careers Service offers tailored advice and information to help SMEs connect with Cambridge students and researchers. Learn how you can access top talent and take your organisation forward with our support.

30 Nov 2020: catchup.png Our Career Essentials programme comprises of a selection of sessions, offering you the opportunity to access career and recruitment advice from our careers consultants, at a time to suit you.

16 Nov 2020: The process and steps encountered when applying for jobs can vary greatly according to the sector to which you are applying. It may involve submitting additional information with your CV, cover letter and/or application form.

20 Aug 2020: Jenny joined the Careers Service in June 2019 as Director. Previously Director of Careers at the London School of Economics, Jenny Blakesley has over 15 years’ experience in university careers advice.

6 Sep 2022: new_newsletter.png Click each Careers Newsletter you'd like to receive. We'll do the rest! You'll be taken to our Careers platform, Handshake, to tick a box which will subscribe you to each newsletter. Return to this page to sign up for more.

27 Aug 2020: Our expert Careers Consultants have written over 40 introductory sector briefings which will help you to find out if you're suited to the sector, how to get the experience to be credible, how to find positions and funding, tips for success, and what

15 Oct 2020: whats_on_0.png Our events help you build knowledge, learn about opportunities and to connect with organisations. Events range from large careers fairs to sector panels, group discussions and skills workshops.

29 Sep 2020: ideas_looking_0.png Are you feeling a bit stressed and overwhelmed about your choice of career? Does it feel as if everyone else knows what they want to do? And you’re worried you might have left things a bit late? How do you get started on

12 Feb 2024: drupal_website_banner_-_focus_on_fellowships_1.png Ever wondered if a fellowship might be right for you? A fellowship can provide funding and opportunities to help you further explore your research ideas and develop independence. Watch the video

7 Apr 2022: We welcome registrations from organisations with roles in management, strategy, economic, financial, public, health, technology, human resources and other areas of the consultancy sector. ... We welcome registrations from organisations offering

30 Sep 2022: Economics Fair | 7 November 2024.

12 Jan 2022: She coordinates the Consultancy Fair, Banking & Finance Fair, Economics Fair and International Development & Charities Festival.

10 Nov 2020: You are more likely to be successful if you combine a variety of different approaches in your job search, i.e. do not simply rely on online job boards, but combine this with other approaches such as making speculative applications, networking, and

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7 Oct 2020: The University of Cambridge Careers Service helps you to prepare for your future. Whether you are an undergrad, masters student, PhD student or postdoc, our team of experienced and impartial careers advisers are here to support you at Cambridge and

1 Sep 2020: who_alumni_0.jpg As a Cambridge graduate, you can continue to use the Careers Service to help you build your career.

7 Oct 2020: With thousands of different careers choices available, sometimes it can be hard knowing where to start in choosing a career. Exploring your options early will help you find relevant experience and gain the transferable skills that employers are

29 Sep 2020: ideas_gotafew_0.png So, you’ve got a few ideas about what to do next, but you’re not sure which one to choose. Perhaps you’re all-rounder who is interested in a lot of different things?

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29 Sep 2020: ideas_clearidea_0.png So, you've thought about your career options and now have a clear idea about what you want to do! But however clear everything is in your mind, like everyone else at Cambridge, you’ve never got enough time to get out there

29 Sep 2020: You may have a dream job in mind or still be exploring your options, either way, it is important that you think about what you enjoy, what your strengths are, what experience you have or will need to gain and the qualifications and results you will

6 Feb 2024: Eligibility Statement Our primary focus is on supporting current students, current postdoctoral researchers and recent graduates (in particular those who left within the last two years) of the university. If you meet these criteria, you are likely

20 Aug 2020: about_the_careers_service_0.jpg Who we are The University of Cambridge Careers Service helps you to prepare for your future. Whether you are an undergrad, masters student, PhD student, or a postdoc, our experienced and impartial team is here to

8 Feb 2022: green_festival_2024_banner.png Green Careers Festival 2024 The Green Careers Festival in Lent term 2024 has now finished, but you'll find more useful resources below. Green Careers Festival - resources to support you We also have plenty of video

6 Jan 2022: Introduction Policing The degree holder entry programme to the Police is for graduates with a degree in any subject. At the end of the two year Degree Holder or Detective Degree Holder programme you will have gained a graduate diploma in

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6 Jan 2023: tech_festival_-_hs_banner_2.png Discover a world of career possibilities at the Tech Festival The Tech Festival in Lent term 2024 has now finished, but you'll find more useful resources below. Careers across Tech can span marketing, developer roles,

1 Apr 2022: eventinstudentservicescentre.jpg We offer a range of in-person and virtual events to help you engage with our diverse audience. If you’d like guidance on which activities will suit your organisation best, please contact us. Careers Fairs

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7 Oct 2020: Whatever stage you're at in your career planning - whether you're absolutely certain of your next steps, or haven't even begun thinking about life after your studies - the Careers Service is here to help.

4 Apr 2022: The Cambridge Careers Supporters Club is the most effective way to keep up to date with developments and to strengthen your partnerships with us and the university. Our supporters are the first employers we come to with new initiatives and

8 Oct 2020: sector_teaching_0.png Where to start The website Get Into Teaching is a comprehensive introduction to teaching careers. You'll find training bursaries (which vary considerably depending on the subject & your degree grade). Target jobs guides to

29 Sep 2020: career_essentials_0.png The aim of the Career Essentials programme is to aid our clients to: utilise core career planning strategies; understand the labour market; define and practice recruitment processes to achieve progression. We advise our

21 May 2022: microsoftteams-image_19.png Welcome to Finalist Focus! Now you are completing your course, we are here to help you prepare for what comes next. Whether it's work, further study, volunteering or something completely different - we've got the

8 Oct 2020: Many of the schemes and opportunities focus on this and eligibility criteria often include people with disability, BAME or those from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

8 Oct 2020: Where to start sector_marketing_0.png Marketing Communications is the term that covers Advertising, Public Relations, Brand Consultancy, Market Research, Digital Communications and more. All organisations need to communicate about the product or

4 Dec 2020: Video interviews are becoming increasingly popular with graduate employers in the early stages of recruitment. To help you prepare for them, it’s really useful to practice to get a sense of what it’s like before you do the real thing.