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Are you interested in paid work researching issues affecting young people

ThinkYoung is recruiting – EXPERIENCED INTERNATIONAL RESEARCHER We are currently accepting research proposals from experienced researchers on issues affecting young people. The successful candidate will be offered a paid position at ThinkYoung in order to carry out their proposal. ThinkYoung is a Brussels-based think tank focusing on improving conditions for young people. Previous research areas… Continue Reading Are you interested in paid work researching issues affecting young people

Grants for PhD placement and supervisors to study in China

British Council are offering Grants to sponsor PhD students and their supervisors from the UK and China to spend a period of study of between three and 12 months (for PhD students) and up to three months (for supervisors) at higher education institutions in China or the UK. Placements must start between January and December… Continue Reading Grants for PhD placement and supervisors to study in China

Looking for museum experience to add to your CV?

The Charleston Trust is taking applications for a Memberships and Adminstrative Volunteer! Charleston is a seventeenth century Sussex farmhouse in Lewes (near Brighton) that from 1916 was the home of two of the most important and influential British artists of the twentieth century – Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant. Charleston became the country retreat of a group… Continue Reading Looking for museum experience to add to your CV?

Think ‘leadership’ has nothing to do with you? Think again…

Both the Stonewall and Frontrunner programmes offer the chance to find out what ‘leadership skills’ really mean for you, your employability and your future career. Both programmes are free of charge and accommodation is provided. click the title links for more info and to apply. Stonewall Young Leaders, 2 – 4 September, Central London If… Continue Reading Think ‘leadership’ has nothing to do with you? Think again…

Interested in collaborative research with Japanese universities? JSPS may be the answer…

Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) has forwarded details of the following research fellowship opportunities. JSPS Pathway to University Positions in Japan Fellowship for Postdoctoral Researchers The fellowship provides the opportunity for researchers based outside of Japan to conduct collaborative research activities with leading research groups at Japanese Universities and Research Institutions. JSPS… Continue Reading Interested in collaborative research with Japanese universities? JSPS may be the answer…

Are you The Next Big Startup Thing on the lookout for funding?

Here’s a mini-round up of startup funding competitions happening over the summer… Closing 25 July! OTEC STARTUP COMPETITION (UK) 2015 The Overseas Talent Entrepreneurship Conference (OTEC) is a government-sponsored event in Beijing that aims to connect international entrepreneurs with investment and growth opportunities to help them launch their startups in China. Win up to £120,000 in startup grants and… Continue Reading Are you The Next Big Startup Thing on the lookout for funding?

IS IT TIME TO KICK-START YOUR CAREER?

Whether you are a graduate seeking employment or simply searching for a new direction – we can help you kick start your new career. Our successful Transform Your Life graduate employment course is running again on 21–22 September 2015 at our Moulsecoomb Campus in Brighton. Open to all graduates, including 2015 graduates, this free course… Continue Reading IS IT TIME TO KICK-START YOUR CAREER?

Supercharge your CV with a job at the Uni

Have you got admin and events experience? Do you know how it feels to be new in town? Apply for these 2 temporary Orientation Assistant posts to boost your CV and get the chance to help prepare for our new international students and welcome them on their first week in the UK. This is a brilliant chance to develop your skills and… Continue Reading Supercharge your CV with a job at the Uni

How much can careers fairs really do for you?

The Universities of Brighton and Sussex are working together to host our big annual careers fair at the Amex stadium in Falmer, but how do you know that this is a good use of your valuable time? The answer is simple: If you’d like to get a graduate job when you finish your course, even if you’re… Continue Reading How much can careers fairs really do for you?

Add to your CV over the summer!

Summer in the City via Compfight Staying in Sussex over the summer? Add to your CV by volunteering! Get involved in Brighton, Eastbourne or Hastings and take the opportunity to use your skills, gain some handy new ones and network with others! Active Student sources rewarding, safe and supported volunteering roles for students and staff at… Continue Reading Add to your CV over the summer!

1-to-1 Business Support – We’re Here Over The Summer

You’re off on your holidays, and all of the university staff have gone home too, right? Wrong! You’ll be pleased to know that if you have a business idea, or an enterprise you’re currently running, and you’d like some support, then we’re here to help throughout the summer. Primarily, we’re based at Manor House in… Continue Reading 1-to-1 Business Support – We’re Here Over The Summer

I’m a graduate… now what?!

Congratulations… you’ve hopefully just completed one of the best experiences of your life, learnt lots, made friends and it’s almost time to collect your degree – phew! But what’s next for you? You may have found an internship or graduate role, or even decided on further study. But if it feels like everyone around… Continue Reading I’m a graduate… now what?!

Job Search help at Falmer – June 2015

To ease your transition from student to employee, the Career Development Advisers at Falmer are putting on workshops throughout June to help you hone your job search skills and ensure you write effective applications that get you interviews. Book onto one of the sessions below by emailing Career Development Adviser Zoe Webb: zw12@brighton.ac.uk Mondays in June –… Continue Reading Job Search help at Falmer – June 2015

You’re the dream employee, but what if your CV says not?…

Okay, so you’ve found your ideal job – the next step is getting it. Give yourself the best chance of success by making sure your CV does you justice and really shows employers what you are capable of. We have plenty of CV advice, tips and resources to support you. Careers offers face to face, telephone… Continue Reading You’re the dream employee, but what if your CV says not?…

African Talent Recruitment Summit, 24–26 April 2015

Elite International Careers is proud to announce their 1st London African Talent Recruitment Summit for Africa. The event will take place 24–26 April 2015. This summit will bring international leading companies together with African Talent Recruitment Summit for Africa looking to interview and recruit top candidates from the African Diaspora across Europe. Attendance is… Continue Reading African Talent Recruitment Summit, 24–26 April 2015

Hands up who needs funding for a Masters?

That’d be EVERYONE then…in which case we have news – £50 million is being made available for students on taught postgraduate Masters courses at universities across England, for study commencing in the 2015/16 academic year. That’s 10,000 bursaries in total! Those Very Lovely People at FindaMasters.com have produced an online guide to the HEFCE bursaries,… Continue Reading Hands up who needs funding for a Masters?

Closing 29 March! More part time jobs at the university

Apply now to become a Student Services Student Ambassador for the 2015-16 academic year. Salary – £9.61 per hour Location: All campuses Closing Date: 29/03/2015 Student Services is looking for a number of dynamic students who have ‘can-do’ attitude who are excellent team players, to assist with: • Marketing, promotion and student engagement on campus.… Continue Reading Closing 29 March! More part time jobs at the university