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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

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

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

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: 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.

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

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

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.

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_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.

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

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

1 Sep 2020: who_staff_0.jpg Senior Tutors, Directors of Study, other academics and senior administrators within the University We are willing and able to assist Departments and Colleges anytime throughout the year in a number of ways:- Delivering talks to

8 Oct 2020: sector_security_0.png Where to start For security and intelligence work put aside all the images you have of James Bond! Look at the websites of the main recruiters to see their main entry routes. They are much more open and straightforward about

8 Oct 2020: sector_environment_0.png Where to start Being interested in a career in the environment sector opens up many possibilities. It is an incredibly diverse sector which makes it exciting but also a little daunting if you do not know quite what you

8 Oct 2020: sector_busman_0.png Where to start Managing an organisation requires many skills. Industries recruiting graduates into management roles include retail, manufacturing, finance, transport, and construction, as well as large charities and the public

8 Oct 2020: sector_artsheritage_0.png Where to start The UK’s arts and heritage sector is extremely broad, and widely viewed as the leading cultural sector in the world. Employers include The Arts Council, National Trust, English Heritage, and Historic

8 Oct 2020: sector_acadahss_0.png Where to start To work in an academic role, 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.

8 Oct 2020: sector_internationaldevelopment_0.png Where to start Spend some time in a developing country. This will be your most valuable piece of experience by far - whichever role you go on to have. Work out what you could bring to this very diverse and

8 Oct 2020: sector_lawpublicinterest_0.png Where to start The range of organisations supporting access to justice, human rights and the application of law in the national and international public sector is extensive. Get some idea of which area would best

14 Dec 2020: A good CV, cover letter, and application form is critical in getting to the interview stage. Our CVs & Applications books are packed full of examples, so whether you’re preparing for the annual graduate recruitment cycle, or an academic researcher

26 Oct 2020: Where to start This sector offers well-paid, fast-paced, pressurized jobs. It gives you exposure to high-profile deals and clients that shape financial markets and have massive global impact. The Prospects website provides a good overview of the

26 Dec 2020: Almost every academic job description you see includes attracting external research funding; it is asked about constantly at interviews, and it can even be a condition for passing your probation or securing promotion.

8 Oct 2020: sector_scires_0.png Where to start Many scientists are drawn towards applying their skills in hands-on research and development in a non-academic setting. This could be working for a government department, a large multi-national firm, a charitable

10 Dec 2020: findingjobs_vacwork_0.png Just looking for information on the Convention de Stage or the Convenio de Prácticas? Click here. Work experience counts. Employers need to differentiate between applicants with a very similar academic profile and place

8 Oct 2020: sector_muslibarchives_0.png Where to start There are about 2500 museums in the UK, ranging from those employing 900 people to small local or specialist museums employing three people (or run entirely voluntarily). Museums offer work opportunities

26 Oct 2020: sector_property_0.png Where to start Property is a multi-disciplined sector, and there are a wide range of entry points, including from investment banks, asset management houses, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, development companies,

26 Dec 2020: There are three main categories of funding available: Travel grants and other small grants – look at Research Professional, UKRI, professional and academic societies, charities Fellowships - Personal grants to your salary and your research;

3 Dec 2020: career_planning_for_researchers-small.jpg Whether you are planning to pursue your career in academia or are looking at other options or are still unsure, it is important to prioritise some time for self-reflection. Some key activities can help you

8 Oct 2020: Public affairs consultancies. Consultancies in socio-economic/political/security risk. Find out more about careers in public policy..

11 Nov 2020: apply_negotiation_0.png Inconvenient interview time? An offer you don't want to accept at this stage? Being pressed by an employer for an early decision? Waiting to hear about other jobs? Wanting to keep open the option of postgraduate study?

8 Oct 2020: sector_commercialart_0.png Where to start 'Commercial art' is art created for commercial purposes, mainly advertising and retail. You could go into clothes, jewellery, furniture design, textiles or work in the art department of a media company.

8 Oct 2020: sector_scihandsoff_0.png Where to start Explore how alumni are using their scientific knowledge in the Hands Off Science category on our blog and and check out our Hands Off Science playlist for more inspiration. Are you keen to use your scientific

4 Nov 2020: sector_counselling_therapy_0.png Where to start The counselling and psychotherapy sector encompasses many roles. All involve providing support for an individual’s mental health and wellbeing but the nature of the work, the clients that you might

26 Dec 2020: JRF's are fixed term awards of college membership, given to early stage academics, often before final submission of their PhD or shortly afterwards. They are awarded on the basis of research excellence, are prestigious and highly competitive.

7 Dec 2020: Search site. Frequently asked questions about disability. Can an employer ask me questions about disability/illness? Yes and No - The Equalities Act means that employers can't ask general medical questions prior to interview. Any questions asked

8 Oct 2020: sector_entrepreneur_0.png Where to start Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation Playlist To hear from founders sharing their own journey to a social innovation venture, or perhaps you want to learn more about commercialising your research, follow

11 Dec 2020: sector_careers_lang_0.png Language skills are in demand across a very wide range of sectors and jobs. It is important as a skill in itself, yet having language skills also says so much more about the wider range of skills you will have gained

8 Oct 2020: sector_tefl_0.png Where to start Teaching English is varied. You can teach English to businesspeople, teach young people through schemes such as the British Council’s English Language Assistants programme and the Japan Exchange and Teaching

7 Dec 2020: The decision about whether to talk to an employer about a disability or health condition is one that worries many people. Sometimes called “being open” or “disclosure”. A very general guideline would be to talk about it at a point where it

21 Dec 2020: Small Group Teaching Undergraduate supervisions Hosting small group tutorials for undergraduates is a good way to develop your teaching skills. At Cambridge University these tutorials are known as 'supervisions' and are hosted in the Cambridge