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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.

29 Sep 2020: degree_histmodlang_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do?

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,

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.

29 Sep 2020: degree_anglosaxon_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? The top sectors that ASNC Cambridge graduates joined were research (circa 13% of those who responded), followed by communications (9%) and then IT (3%) and publishing (3%) and the charity

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

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

29 Sep 2020: degree_asianmiddleeast_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? The top sectors that AMES Cambridge graduates joined were arts and recreation (circa 17% of those who responded), followed by consulting (17%) and then IT (8%) and charity sector (18%).

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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.

29 Sep 2020: degree_psychology_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? The top three sectors that Psychology and Behavioural Science Cambridge graduates joined were Science Research (circa 14% of those who responded) Social, Community and Charity (8%), followed

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

29 Sep 2020: degree_hsps_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? Each year between a quarter and a third of HSPS graduates from Cambridge undertake further study. A further 6% will commence a law conversion course, currently the first step towards qualifying as a

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,

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_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

29 Sep 2020: degree_theology_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? The top three sectors that Theology, Religion and Philosophy of Religion Cambridge graduates joined were teaching (circa 20% of those who responded), followed by wellfare professionals (20%) and

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 Careers Essentials programme blog_students_0

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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.

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

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

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.

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: 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

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_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: 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

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.

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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_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

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

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?

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_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: 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

8 Oct 2020: sector_acadahss_0.png Where to start As you work on your PhD in the Cambridge environment you will have the opportunity to absorb and understand what an academic pathway looks like in a research-intensive institution and you will be surrounded by

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

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

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: 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_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

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_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

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_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