If you’re curious about opportunities to work in health, you might be surprised to know that there are plenty of options that don’t involve face to face patient care. The range of roles available that utilise skill sets in non-clinical work and from a diverse range of educational backgrounds are important in supporting the day … Continue reading Careers in… Health Management, Research and Consultancy
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Careers in… Policy, Government and Public Affairs
Wednesday 22 February, 6pm - Exhibition Centre, University of York We are actually covering a very wide cross-section of career options with this event which I have summarised neatly into three distinct areas giving you an overview of the breadth of exciting career opportunities they offer. Careers in Policy Often when we think of Policy … Continue reading Careers in… Policy, Government and Public Affairs
What’s it like to do a placement year? – My experience
By Sophie Ashmore, BA Politics and International Relations Hi I am Sophie and for the 12 months between September 2018 and September 2019 I undertook a placement year at City of York Council (CYC) as part of my Politics and International Relations degree. Having already completed two years of my degree, in what seemed like … Continue reading What’s it like to do a placement year? – My experience
GUEST BLOG: Becoming a Social Worker with Frontline
Guest blog written by Rhiannon Stokes, York graduate, Frontline Rhiannon Stokes studied Applied Social Sciences at the University of York and joined Frontline’s Leadership Development programme as part of the 2015 cohort. Here Rhiannon shares her experience of applying to Frontline, the journey that led her to apply, and how she found the application process. … Continue reading GUEST BLOG: Becoming a Social Worker with Frontline
GUEST BLOG: The charity sector, a road to an interesting career
Guest blog written by CharityJob What comes into you head when you think of charity work? Is it volunteer work? High street shops? Do you fear reduced career prospects and a low salary? Well, it’s time to change your expectations because the charity & not-for-profit sector is a fantastically unique and diverse sector where many dedicated … Continue reading GUEST BLOG: The charity sector, a road to an interesting career
GUEST BLOG: My internship in China
Guest blog written by Muchun Liao, York second-year undergraduate After entering my university life, I found myself a little bit unclear about what I would like to do and what I can do for my career plans. Interning through CRCC was my first working experience and it became a great and unforgotten opportunity as my … Continue reading GUEST BLOG: My internship in China
Grad schemes: are they for you?
Thanks to Jacob Turner, Careers Information Desk Intern, who made some great notes for us at our recent panel event: Are grad schemes for you? Employer panel: Mark Page- TJX Europe (TK Maxx), Senior Talent Acquisition Elin Williams- Civil Service Fast Stream, Senior Cohort Leader Hannah Dillon- L'Oreal, Campus Ambassador Pash Selopal- Frontline, Recruitment … Continue reading Grad schemes: are they for you?
Careers fighting illegal antiquities trading- could you make a difference?….
As an archaeologist, you probably care deeply about researching and protecting the past- whether that’s through commercial archaeology- helping ensure building regulations are met; community archaeology - helping connect the public to the past and raising the profile and importance of heritage; or perhaps you’re interested in heritage protection in a more literal sense- working to … Continue reading Careers fighting illegal antiquities trading- could you make a difference?….
Civitatis International Junior Associate Training Course
The Junior Associate Training Course: JUNIORASSOCIATE.ORG has been re-opened by Civitatis International and is an internationally respected residential course producing the highest calibre employable graduates of International Relations and the Social Sciences. The Junior Associate course develops the skills and character of the Junior Associate in increasing intensity with continuous assessment and feedback for self-improvement. For … Continue reading Civitatis International Junior Associate Training Course
North Yorkshire Youth Commission recruiting.
The North Yorkshire Youth Commission are currently recruiting young people (aged 14 - 25) to join the North Yorkshire Youth Commission on Police and Crime. Members of the Youth Commission will play an important role in helping to run consultation events and gather the opinions of other young people about police and crime. You … Continue reading North Yorkshire Youth Commission recruiting.
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