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Brighten Your Summer: Volunteer in Brighton

As the summer break stretches before you – there is a golden opportunity beyond exams and lie-ins! This year, why not consider enriching your summer experience by volunteering in Brighton. Our buzzing city offers a multitude of opportunities, from supporting local charities to environmental initiatives, guaranteeing a cause that resonates with you. Volunteering isn’t just… Continue Reading Brighten Your Summer: Volunteer in Brighton

Accessing Your Career: Disability in the Workplace

Event Details: Join us on the first event of our series, Accessing Your Career, all focused on helping Disabled students unlock their employability potential through engaging sessions! In this online event we will explore what it means to be disabled in the workplace, including the challenges, opportunities, and support available. We will welcome a panel of speakers including:… Continue Reading Accessing Your Career: Disability in the Workplace

Pharmacy Careers Fair 2025

Pharmacy Fair 2025: Kickstart your career and meet prospective employers for your Foundation Training Placement Date: 19 March 2025 Location: Cockcroft Hall, Moulsecoomb Sign up via Careers Connect Our annual Pharmacy fair event will take place on the Wednesday 19th March 2025 1:30 -3:30pm in Cockcroft hall. This is a great opportunity for you to meet employers and… Continue Reading Pharmacy Careers Fair 2025

National Careers Week: 3rd-8th March 2025

We’re celebrating National Careers Week at the University of Brighton by providing you with some additional opportunities to access the expert help of the university’s brilliant Careers and Employability team. National Careers Week Workshop Schedule Click on a National Careers Week session link below for more info and to book your place Creating a Winning… Continue Reading National Careers Week: 3rd-8th March 2025

SAM Employability Week: 3rd-6th March

Book here: SAM Employability Week As part of National Careers Week, the School of Art and Media have organised an Employability Week to help support you with your transition from graduating from starting your own creative practice to going on to further study. Monday 3rd March: 1-2pm: Postgraduate Study to enhance your Creative Practice Are you looking… Continue Reading SAM Employability Week: 3rd-6th March

A guide: reflect on your careers options and choose the right postgraduate course for you

This video will tell you how and when to apply, what admissions tutors are looking for, how to write a good personal statement. Continue Reading A guide: reflect on your careers options and choose the right postgraduate course for you

Built Environment and Civil Engineering Careers Fair 2025

Come along to the Built Environment and Civil Engineering careers fair to connect with employers in these industries who are looking to hire University of Brighton students and graduates.

This event brings together recruiters from various organisations, and gives an opportunity for you to meet with potential employers on campus Continue Reading Built Environment and Civil Engineering Careers Fair 2025

Student Volunteering Week. 10-14 February 2025. #lovevolunteering

STUDENT VOLUNTEERING WEEK 2025

10th – 14th February 2025 #lovevolunteering is in the air! Volunteering Organisations seek Student Volunteers for long walks on a beach clean, good sense of community and deep and meaningful conversations…. All of which can take place during our upcoming Student Volunteering Week – running from 10-14th February! As it’s Valentine’s week, we’ve got all… Continue Reading STUDENT VOLUNTEERING WEEK 2025

How a placement year at Nintendo helped shape Jay’s career goals

Jay Francis, a Marketing Management BSc (Hons) student at the University of Brighton, has completed a year-long placement with Nintendo UK. Working as part of the Trade Marketing and Sales team, Jay gained invaluable industry experience and practical skills that have shaped his future career aspirations. Finding the right placement opportunities Jay’s role at Nintendo… Continue Reading How a placement year at Nintendo helped shape Jay’s career goals

Top skills gained on a placement year with Disney

Marketing Management student, Emily Birch, recently spent a year at Disney Destinations International (DDI) as a Creative and CRM Intern, working on exciting campaigns for globally recognised brands like Disneyland Paris, Disney Cruise Line, and Disney World Florida. Read on to discover how this placement helped her grow both personally and professionally—and her advice for… Continue Reading Top skills gained on a placement year with Disney

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The Turing Scheme: What is it and where can you go?

Are you a University of Brighton student eager to broaden your horizons, gain experience, and make memories? Look no further than the Turing Scheme, a unique government funded opportunity for international study, work, or volunteering.

In this blog post, we’ll delve into the details of the Turing Scheme, explore its benefits, and highlight the diverse destinations awaiting adventurous students from the University of Brighton. Continue Reading The Turing Scheme: What is it and where can you go?

Recruitment Ready Mentoring for 2nd and Final-Year Students

Are you preparing to enter the job market? Whether you’re aiming for a part-time job, summer internship, graduate programme, or graduate job—or even planning to start your own business—the Recruitment Ready Mentoring Programme is for you! Why join Recruitment Ready Mentoring? This tailored mentoring programme connects you with an experienced professional mentor to help you:… Continue Reading Recruitment Ready Mentoring for 2nd and Final-Year Students

Work, Study, or Volunteer Abroad with the Turing Scheme at the University of Brighton in 2024/25

As a University of Brighton student, you are eligible to apply for international study or work placement opportunities through the Turing Scheme. Continue Reading Work, Study, or Volunteer Abroad with the Turing Scheme at the University of Brighton in 2024/25

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Give Back this December

Are you planning on staying in Brighton this winter break? Why not give something back to your community? We’re not talking about your hard-earned cash; we’re talking about your time! Over the festive period, many of our local charities and community organisations are busy helping those who need support and looking for volunteers to help.… Continue Reading Give Back this December

Want real-world experience to build your career? At the University of Brighton, we’re here to help you connect with the right placement opportunities that can set you apart in a competitive job market. Pip James, a Marketing Management student at the University of Brighton, recently completed his placement at The Perfume Shop, where he developed… Continue Reading How can placements boost your career? Read Pip James’ experience at The Perfume Shop

Calling All Women of Black Heritage – Explore Careers at PwC and Join the Future Leaders Programme

Are you a Black Heritage female-identifying student at the University of Brighton, looking to kickstart a career with one of the world’s leading professional services firms? This is your opportunity to join PwC’s exclusive Future Leaders Programme, gaining valuable insights into their business areas, recruitment process, and career opportunities. What is the PwC Future Leaders… Continue Reading Calling All Women of Black Heritage – Explore Careers at PwC and Join the Future Leaders Programme