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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: 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

7 Oct 2020: exploreopts_networkalum_0.png Exploring your options findingjobs_speculativeapps_0.png Finding jobs apply_applications_0.png Applying for jobs appointments_0.png Appointments edi.png Equality, diversity and inclusion

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

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

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.

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

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: 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

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: 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

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_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

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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

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: 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_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_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_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

26 Oct 2020: Practice psychometric assessments: numeracy, SJT Situation Judgement Tests, business case scenarios, group exercises.

30 Nov 2020: Senior Analyst - Global Energy Markets - Aurora Energy Research. Senior Economist in Sustainability - Oxford Economics.

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

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8 Oct 2020: Practice the psychometric tests available through our Resources section in order to prepare for this key part of the recruitment process.

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_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

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

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

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_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_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_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: 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

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,

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_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 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.

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

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

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

7 Dec 2020: They are allowed to ask whether you need any reasonable adjustments to attend the interview (the interview should only test what you would be doing in the job itself).

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.

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

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;

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_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