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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.

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

30 Nov 2020: Some of these talks may refer to slides which currently aren't uploaded to our website. If you require a copy of the slides, please provide details to enquiries@careers.cam.ac.uk and we'll do our best to provide them.

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

2 Dec 2020: We have specialised resources for researchers, and a wealth of essential careers-related resources online. To interact with us, please register on Handshake, our careers platform, using in this quick registration form. Already registered on

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

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.

6 Dec 2020: disability_support_0.png Access to the Careers Service The Student Services Centre is fully accessible. The Careers Service is on the second floor with lift access. There are accessible toilet facilities throughout the building. Parking is

7 Dec 2020: apply_interview_0.png Well done! You’ve got an interview. Good preparation will give you the best chance of success, and reduce your interview nerves. Although interviews can be stressful and daunting, everyone who has a job has been through a

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