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More tips from Vasilis on how to make the most of an internship ( part 3 )

MSc Business Management graduate Vasilis Gkogkidis did an internship with Gamification+, which lead to full time graduate employment. Here he is sharing his experience of how to make the most of an internship. Learn as much as possible You may decide to do an internship related to your field of studies or take a… Continue Reading More tips from Vasilis on how to make the most of an internship ( part 3 )

Careers Service website has moved house. Check out our flashy new digs…

“walking through an empty house, tears in my eyes…” …okay, maybe that’s a overdoing it a little, but anyone currently clearing out a year or more of junk in preparation for a move will know how much fun that can be. Spare a thought for the poor suffering Careers Service (mostly me *preen preen*) who… Continue Reading Careers Service website has moved house. Check out our flashy new digs…

Getting the best deal on salary

You have applied for a job, endured the interview and then you hear the phrase ‘Congratulations you’ve got the job ‘… Excellent if you feel its the right job for you… So far so good. If it was an advertised vacancy the salary details will be published and should now be adhered to and relatively easy to agree. But what… Continue Reading Getting the best deal on salary

Grad fairs, local fairs, NHS, PhD, LGBT – a sample of doings for your early summer diaries…

Did y’miss me?? After a protracted absence (the fruits of which will become apparent quite soon – and no, I’ve not had a baby) witness the sparkly return of Magic Careers News Round Up Bear. Yes indeed. It is *on*…and here’s just the first wave of upcoming stuff for the summer. Apologies for the clashing… Continue Reading Grad fairs, local fairs, NHS, PhD, LGBT – a sample of doings for your early summer diaries…

What Vasilis learnt from his internship ( part 2 ) ….

MSc Business Management graduate Vasilis Gkogkidis did an internship with Gamification+, which lead to full time graduate employment. Here he is sharing his experience of how to make the most of an internship. Find something that you are interested in! I think that most people know what they want to do more or less.… Continue Reading What Vasilis learnt from his internship ( part 2 ) ….

Pharmacy pre reg opportunities

2 PRE-REGISTRATION PHARMACIST JOBS AVAILABLE Are you looking for a pre-reg placement next year??? We are proud to announce this exciting opportunity for 2 Pre-registration Pharmacists, within 2 high street community pharmacies, which have been serving the local community for over 25years. The pharmacies are based in Luton (LU3 2DQ & LU2 7SF) and provide… Continue Reading Pharmacy pre reg opportunities

Why an internship is a good idea and other advice (part 1)

Find out how MSc Business management graduate Vasilis Gkogkidis gained invaluable experience through an internship with Gamification+. Purpose of this article My name is Vasilis Gkogkidis (good luck pronouncing that) and I am a gamification designer, speaker and trainer. I graduated from the University of Brighton on February 9 and since June 2016 I have been… Continue Reading Why an internship is a good idea and other advice (part 1)

Come and Meet – Find Out More THIS THURSDAY

Hear from 4 graduates from History of Art & Design and Humanities. Ask for tips and advice about moving on. Talk about your ideas and aspirations. Where? G7, Pavilion Parade When? 5.00pm, 25 May 2017 Who? Woody Ledeboer A former BA(Hons) Humanities: War, Conflict & Modernity student at Brighton, Woody completed… Continue Reading Come and Meet – Find Out More THIS THURSDAY

Asking for feedback following an interview

Being turned done for a job you really wanted can be hard to take. You put effort into applying by writing the application, preparing for the interview and go along hoping for the best. And then you either here ‘no thanks’ or perhaps even worse nothing at all. Which can leave you waiting for a reply… Continue Reading Asking for feedback following an interview

Come and Meet – 25th May

Want to know what some recent graduates from Pavilion Parade are doing now? Come and meet: Woody Ledeboer, Producer/Director at World Media Rights Stan Portus, MA at Royal College of Art Alice Power, Assistant Curator, Victoria & Albert Museum Dan Simmonds, Student Representative Co-ordinator, Brighton Student Union Hear from recent graduates from History of Art… Continue Reading Come and Meet – 25th May

Be clear and ready to succeed at interview

Interviews can be nerve racking events, there is much at stake. However remember you are there because the employer is interested in offering you a job. So remind yourself of this … get ready and prepare. Here are some dos and don’ts that may help. DO Read through any information they have sent you on the… Continue Reading Be clear and ready to succeed at interview

Calling all final year students!!

We want to ensure our final year students know about the main resources available; as a University of Brighton student/graduate you have access to our services for life, this applies to online resources and one to one guidance from a Careers Development Adviser, as and when you need it. We appreciate your final semester is a very busy time, however… Continue Reading Calling all final year students!!

Beware of myths when it comes to career options

When it comes to graduating and looking for a job beware of people who tell you with absolute certainly that this happens or that is the case. In my role as a Career Development Adviser (CDA) I hear students say they have been told , ‘ A graduate scheme won’t suit you because they specialise too early and can narrow your options’ or… Continue Reading Beware of myths when it comes to career options

Kickstart your career in the Automotive industry with the Autocar Next Generation Award 2017

Do you come from an engineering, design or marketing background? If so, how would you like to win an incredible six months’ work experience placement with top automotive brands Honda, Jaguar Land Rover, McLaren, Horiba Mira, Nissan and Toyota, as well as a £9000 cash prize? The Next Generation Award offers students the invaluable opportunity… Continue Reading Kickstart your career in the Automotive industry with the Autocar Next Generation Award 2017

Brighton Marathon charities need you!

Want to spend a day cheering on and supporting the amazing charity runners at the Brighton Marathon? Macmillan Cancer UK needs you and Stroke Association needs you too and so does Battersea Dogs and Cats Home! Brighton Marathon Sunday 9th April 2017 MACMILLAN CANCER UK – CHEERPOINT/MARSHALL VOLUNTEERS Bring your energy and enthusiasm to make… Continue Reading Brighton Marathon charities need you!

How to show off your skills and abilities

‘Demonstrate your passion, energy, drive and commitment’ ‘ Show how you can stand out from the crowd’. ‘What are your unique selling points?’ When it comes to job descriptions there are often those requirements that employers ask for. This can involve some deep breaths and head scratching before thinking what to say in reply. How can you demonstrate such qualities in… Continue Reading How to show off your skills and abilities

How to get the job you want…and lose it right away

Continuing our theme of careers advice mashups, here’s the Business School on how to ace a job interview and land your dream job, followed by Future Rising with their foolproof guide to losing that same job in the first month. Yes, we really are doing this. Read on… On 28 February, Sarah Barker from Barker… Continue Reading How to get the job you want…and lose it right away

Careers Fairs, Open Days, Research Funding Seminars – all coming up in the next three weeks…

Upcoming events for the remainder of the merry month of March, starting about, oooh…NOWish… 9 March*: Careers in Computing and Media, Cockcroft Hall, Moulsecoomb. Get full details of who’s attending and how to prepare at http://bit.ly/2mJtrcZ *Yes, today, In fact in about three hours at time of writing this. No pressure, then… 13 March: HM… Continue Reading Careers Fairs, Open Days, Research Funding Seminars – all coming up in the next three weeks…

Get Flexible: How much does your degree choice limit your job prospects?

We’re back again with a guest post from our besties at Inspiring Interns. This time out Susanna Quirke, Content Writer and Marketing Exec. offers an insightful piece on how your choice of degree may or may not determine your career options. Sitting comfortably?… Got a maths degree? You must be a shoo-in for finance. Did… Continue Reading Get Flexible: How much does your degree choice limit your job prospects?

Fancy a graduate career in the Charity sector? You have until the 28th to say yes…

Charityworks graduate scheme offers leadership training, professional mentoring *and* a full-time job up to £20k. and it closes 28 February! But don’t listen to my waffle when you can let the infographic do the talking… Better yet, every day until the end of the campaign a member of the Charityworks team will be on Facebook… Continue Reading Fancy a graduate career in the Charity sector? You have until the 28th to say yes…