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9 Oct 2020: exploreopts_furtherstudy_0.png Around a third of Cambridge undergraduates embark on postgraduate courses or further study, including taught masters’ degrees, vocational training in Law or Teaching, and PhDs. If you’re thinking about

1 Apr 2022: studentsonstaircase.jpg Enhance your engagement through our digital services, sponsorship or by becoming a supporter of the Careers Service. Connect with us on Handshake Connect with us on Handshake - an innovative platform that connects employers,

22 Mar 2022: Where to start Insurance is concerned with managing the exposure to risk and so incorporates most financial transactions you can think of, from life and house cover to space and sport. It’s graduates roles are knowledge intensive, client and team

13 Nov 2020: homepage_gotaquestion_0.png Contact us Students, postdocs and alumni If you have a question, please email us at enquiries@careers.cam.ac.uk, We'll aim to respond to queries within one working day - quicker where we can.

7 Dec 2020: If your interview is likely to be technical (eg financial, management consultancy, science or economics), prepare in advance.

15 Oct 2020: At the Careers Service, we offer a wealth of essential careers-related resources online You may need to login to Handshake to use a resource careerset.png CareerSet - CV checker career_essentials_0.png Career Essentials programme

14 Dec 2021: volunteering_image_400_wide.jpg Volunteering: How and Why? This is a diverse area with a range of options depending upon your fields of interest that can prove to be of personal and professional value. Volunteering provides opportunities to develop

25 Aug 2020: Did you know the Careers Service is here for you?

1 Apr 2022: studentsongraduationday.jpg Connect with us on Handshake Connect with us on Handshake - an innovative platform that connects employers, students, graduates and the Careers Service in one place.

8 Oct 2020: sector_publicsector_0.png Where to start The public sector is the part of the economy owned and operated by the government. It includes military, law enforcement, infrastructure, public transit, public education, health care, elected officials and

7 Apr 2022: Help students develop their skills for the workplace by delivering an interactive skills session. Employer-led Skills Sessions are a popular way for students to gain skills needed for the workplace and their future careers. Enable future recruits to

8 Oct 2020: sector_charities_0.png Where to start This is a highly diverse sector where no two jobs are the same. Think about the causes you care about and what roles might suit you. Our Supporters are committed to supporting the development of Cambridge

20 Aug 2020: hs_squarelime_logo.png All Cambridge students, postdocs and alumni are encouraged to use Handshake, an innovative career development platform through which you can make use of the Careers Service and develop your career and network.

8 Oct 2020: sector_gaming_0.png Where to start The sale of games is now higher than both music and video combined making it the fastest growing section of the entertainment industry. There are more than 2,250 companies developing, publishing and distributing

8 Oct 2020: Disciplines that are attractive to data science recruiters include physics, astronomy, astrophysics, physical chemistry, computational biology, neuroscience, mathematics, statistics, engineering, machine learning, operations research, economics,

21 Nov 2020: Watch this video Getting Started: Resources for Undergraduate Students to ensure you get information on briefings, employer presentations, careers fairs, graduate schemes and jobs that interest you.

18 Nov 2020: photo_of_postdocs_2_women.png Academia as an career sector is a global enterprise employing talented people doing important and interesting work. But gaining a foothold on a faculty ladder and developing an academic career has relentless demands.

27 Oct 2022: Helping you to identify your priorities and find organisations which reflect your values With numerous recruiters vying for your attention, choosing an employer can be a complex task. How do you determine if an employer - or a sector - is suited to

8 Oct 2020: sector_retail_0.png Where to start A wide range of job types exist within the retail sector. Specialisations include Marketing, Finance, Product Development, Human Resources, and Logistics. Graduate schemes exist for most of these specialisations,

29 Sep 2020: The Careers Service understands how stressful it can be to be trying to figure out what to do after Cambridge, alongside an intensive Masters course. We know that you are short of time. Our approach is to try and save you time and maximise your

8 Oct 2020: sector_publishing_0.png Where to start Think beyond the obvious job roles by looking at Prospects. Be aware that many English/AHSS students feel drawn to editorial roles in Publishing. Be tactical and think of other roles that might suit you such

8 Oct 2020: sector_lawbarrister_0.png Where to start A career as a barrister is very competitive. Getting on the first steps of the career ladder (pupillage) can take a long time, and be expensive, although some external funding is available. The Bar Council

13 Jan 2022: festival_sh_banner.png The Creative Careers Festival in Lent term 2024 has now finished, but you'll find more useful resources below. The Creative Careers festival includes events and resources focussing on the wide range of careers that make up

1 Dec 2020: findingjobs_networking_0.png There is a lot more to networking than standing in a crowded room with a glass of wine in your hand! Networking can help you discover the types of work that will suit you, and the organisations in which you'd be most

8 Oct 2020: sector_internationalorganisations_0.png Where to start Working for the UN, World Bank or other international organisation is usually a mid-career option. Options for new graduates include internships, many of which are unpaid, and some early entry

8 Oct 2020: sector_performingarts_0.png Where to start Whether you want to be an actor, comedian, musician, circus performer, dancer or any other kind of performer, the starting point is to develop your craft. Practice, ask for honest feedback from

8 Oct 2020: sector_socialwork_0.png Where to start Social Workers provide support, act as advocates, and assist people to access the services they need. They work with individuals (from babies through to the elderly) and families to help improve outcomes in

8 Oct 2020: Boutique firms and Small-medium firms . Applications can be more flexible in smaller firms who specialise in only a few areas of consultancy, such as economics, media, data and marketing.

30 Nov 2020: couple_of_postdocs.png When you first embarked on your PhD, you may or may not have had a vision of where your career would take you. Most likely you were following a deep interest in your subject and investing time and effort into becoming a

6 May 2022: viewoflibrary.jpg Meet students one-to-one in the familiar and informal setting of the Careers Service Library or consultation rooms. How you use these sessions is up to you.

30 Sep 2022: ess_screens_graphic.png Led by employers from a diverse range of sectors, our Skills Session programme helps you develop your skills for the workplace.

21 Dec 2022: life_science.png The Green Careers Festival in Lent term 2024 has now finished, but you'll find more useful resources below. Life Sciences students and staff have a huge range of post-study/research options. From the lab to industrial research or

15 Aug 2022: Cambridge Careers Service Supporters Our Supporters are committed to supporting the development of Cambridge students and graduates.

17 Nov 2020: sector_psychology_0.png Where to start There are a range of roles in the psychological professions, all delivering support for patients in different ways and with different entry and training routes. Some will require a British Psychological

8 Oct 2020: degree_law_0.png Where to start For a comprehensive description of the role of a solicitor, as well as a broad career framework, see Prospects and the Beginner’s Guide to a Career in Law. To start to identify law firms which may be of interest

7 Dec 2020: Most appointments are released two days in advance, at 11am each day. Handshake will show any later days as having ‘no appointments available’, but if you log in shortly after 11am the next working day, an extra day's appointments should be

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3 Apr 2023: im_a_researcher_what_next_.png Join us for a series of events for PhDs and Postdocs to support you to explore what you want from your next career step. A series of events for PhDs and Postdocs to support you to consider what you want from your next

8 Oct 2020: sector_finance_0.png Where to start This highly competitive sector requires preparation, knowledge and a good understanding of the wider concepts with the financial services sector. Some of the career paths covered by this sector will see you

10 Nov 2020: exploreopts_timeout_0.png Many people choose to take a gap year after graduating and the reasons for doing so are varied: Didn’t take a gap year pre-Uni and just want to travel before getting a job Need more work experience to decide whether a

8 Oct 2020: sector_gradmed_0.png Where to start Medicine is an intellectually stimulating and varied career path. Many make the decision to explore a medical career after their first degree, or even after a period in the workplace. The common motivation for a

8 Oct 2020: Eligibility criteria often focus BAME groups, people with disability, or those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. ... Creative Access – paid internships in the creative industries for those from BAME or lower socio-economic backgrounds.

8 Oct 2020: sector_acadstem_0.png Where to start To work as a scientist in academia, you need to have a PhD. If you are an undergraduate or Master’s student, more information about postgraduate study is available via the Further Study pages.

3 Aug 2022: Resources for academic applications cvcoverletters.png Academic applications can involve writing many documents. Especially for faculty positions, academic employers ask for a package not just your CV. ​ We have created bespoke advice to address

8 Oct 2020: sector_engineering_0.png Where to start Engineering is an incredibly diverse sector. Specialty areas include automotive, engineering consultancy, defence, aerospace, life sciences, power, energy, manufacturing, civil and structural, software, and

1 Sep 2020: A good application, whether a CV and cover letter or an application form, is critical in getting to the interview stage.

18 Jul 2023: The Careers Service is the main point of contact for employers for recruitment-related events. We run careers fairs, employer presentations and networking events and skills sessions throughout the year.

8 Oct 2020: sector_it_0.png Where to start IT is a sector in which the demand for talent far outstrips supply. Demand will continue to grow strongly, so if you have the right skills—or want to acquire them—then this area offers many opportunities. The

11 Jul 2022: Graduate digital publications This page contains links to commercial publications, and to Careers Service publications General The Times Top 100 The leading 100 UK graduate employers. UK 300 The 300 most popular UK graduate employers.