Careers blog written by Hilary Neary, Information Assistant, Careers. Employability is a key word that you will hear frequently in relation to getting started in your career and finding your first graduate role. Enhancing your understanding of a career sector and learning new commercial skills that will aid you in your first job will all … Continue reading CAREERS BLOG: The benefits of doing a MOOC
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Job hunting in tough times
By Irena Zientek, Operations Manager: Information and Engagement (Careers and Placements) Job hunting can be difficult at the best of times - it takes time, effort and (sometimes) trial and error. In the current situation it’s become even more difficult, with some employers suspending recruitment, reducing their vacancies or withdrawing job offers. It’s not just … Continue reading Job hunting in tough times
Getting Linked’In
By Luke Proctor, Senior Recruiter @ Gear4music, York With over 3 billion of us jostling for position in the passively competitive world of social media, for graduates and aspiring professionals, standing out (without filming yourself eating a ghost pepper or encouraging your Nan to ‘spit some bars’) can be daunting work. Fortunately, getting recognised for … Continue reading Getting Linked’In
A Trip to Media City Salford
Following on from Stefan's account of his trip to Media City , here Nurain shares the highlights of her visit too On 11th March 2020, the Careers and Placement team organised a trip to BBC, Media City for 21 students. The one-day trip consisted of a tour of the BBC studios and a panel discussion … Continue reading A Trip to Media City Salford
Opportunities to connect with York graduates online and in person
Our Working in Research event on Thursday night is your chance to meet professionals working in a research role in a range of different sectors - and this includes a number of graduates from York. We hope you have a great evening! Did you know we have another great way to connect with York graduates? … Continue reading Opportunities to connect with York graduates online and in person
GUEST BLOG: How social media can affect employment
Guest blog written by Rachel Boddy, Career Guidance postgraduate student In a world that revolves around the internet and social media, it is important that when applying for jobs, your social media account is going to enhance your chances of success, not hinder it! Below are a few hints and tips of using your social … Continue reading GUEST BLOG: How social media can affect employment
CAREERS BLOG: York profiles & mentors
Careers blog written by Sue Russell, Information Assistant, Careers York Profiles & Mentors is a careers profiles and mentoring tool for University of York students, created by Careers and York Alumni Association. Further information can be found here: http://www.york.ac.uk/careers/profiles …but in brief Current University of York students can write a profile about work experience and … Continue reading CAREERS BLOG: York profiles & mentors
CAREERS BLOG: Working in… event – why should I go?
Careers blog written by Irena Zientek, Information Resources Manager, Careers What’s the difference between jobs in advertising and those in marketing? What opportunities are there for graduates in the criminal justice system? Who works in the health sector, other than doctors and nurses? Find out the answers to these and more at this term’s Working … Continue reading CAREERS BLOG: Working in… event – why should I go?
Careers latest news – Spring, Week 5
Latest news from Careers Volunteer in the local community We are recruiting student volunteers to work in local schools and community organisations during the summer term. Placements can fit around your timetable and will only take a few hours of your time each week. We have community placements in a range of organisations including heritage, … Continue reading Careers latest news – Spring, Week 5
Careers latest news – Spring, Week 1
Latest news from Careers Look out for... 2 February - Internships & work experience fair. A chance to meet employers and organisations, get ideas for summer internships, and have your CV reviewed. More details to follow at our What's on page. 23 February - Working in... Advertising, marketing & PR / Health / Criminal justice. … Continue reading Careers latest news – Spring, Week 1
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