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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

How can placements boost your career? Read Pip James’ experience at The Perfume Shop

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

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6-month Volunteering Placement opportunities with Sussex Police

Sussex Police are piloting exclusively with the University of Brighton a student volunteering placement scheme. The volunteering placements, taking place over 6 months starting in the autumn 2024 with a commitment required of 4-6 hours a week, are in situ. Continue Reading 6-month Volunteering Placement opportunities with Sussex Police

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Student Volunteering Week 2024: Volunteering is for Everyone!

What is Student Volunteering Week? Student Volunteering Week 2024 is a national celebration of student volunteering. Running from Monday 12th Feb to Sunday 18th Feb, this is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about volunteering, meet some of the amazing organisations you can join, and sign up to Active Student, the University of Brighton’s volunteering… Continue Reading Student Volunteering Week 2024: Volunteering is for Everyone!

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How can a mentor help you?

Higher education can be both exciting and incredibly challenging, especially so when you may have moved away from home, and possibly not have developed the same support networks here. Fortunately, at the University of Brighton we recognise the importance of mentorship in helping students navigate these challenges and make the most of their university experience.… Continue Reading How can a mentor help you?

Be the change and enter your sustainable idea in our 2024 Startup Ideas Competition

The University of Brighton’s annual Startup Ideas Competition, generously sponsored by Santander Universities, is your chance to tell us about your innovative ideas for new products, freelance services, digital solutions, or community projects. There are three cash prizes to be won: £1000 for the first-place winner, £500 for the second-place winner, and £250 for the third-place winner. Continue Reading Be the change and enter your sustainable idea in our 2024 Startup Ideas Competition

Get help this year with a mentor

Explore the range of mentoring programmes available to you as a University of Brighton student As the new year begins, it’s important as a student you feel prepared, and well supported. One of the many ways of doing this is to sign up to one of the university’s diverse range of mentoring programmes. These programmes… Continue Reading Get help this year with a mentor

Join the University of Brighton’s Boys and Men Mentoring Programme!

This six-week program, starting in January, will provide you with the opportunity to connect with boys from a local secondary school and provide them with guidance and support as they navigate the challenges of adolescence. Continue Reading Join the University of Brighton’s Boys and Men Mentoring Programme!

Student Volunteering Week 2023: Gain experience

6-12 February marks national Student Volunteering Week for 2023

Student Volunteering Week recognises and celebrates students volunteering!

Active Student, the University’s volunteering team, have lots planned for you to get involved with. Continue Reading Student Volunteering Week 2023: Gain experience

Volunteer Translators Needed!

Do you speak and write another language fluently? Do you have experience of translation, or would like to gain some? We are looking for students for a volunteer translator role with Hill Park School. Continue Reading Volunteer Translators Needed!

Volunteering Opportunities with Sussex Police

Sussex Police are looking to recruit an Evolve Administration Support Volunteer. EVOLVE, is the Sussex Police Gender Equality Network which offers professional guidance to officers and staff of Sussex Police. Continue Reading Volunteering Opportunities with Sussex Police

Be More Skilled!

We all have our own unique set of skills, strengths and attributes that make us who we are. Our strengths and abilities often reflect our interests and experiences, and our skills can help us to work out where we can succeed and make a difference in the world. Being at university is all about learning… Continue Reading Be More Skilled!

Royal Navy Medical Recruitment

Leanne from the Royal Navy has been in touch as they would like University of Brighton students and graduates to apply. Have a look at the video she has recorded here about their opportunities and her own experience of nursing in the Royal Navy. If you would like to find out more about Royal Navy… Continue Reading Royal Navy Medical Recruitment

EmployAbility Webinars for Disabled Students

links to the Next Generation Inclusive Thinking webinars for disabled students run by EmployAbility can be found here. Cindy McAlister from Employability has also shared some FAQs they’ve received – 1. At what stage of the recruitment process should I disclose my disability? You don’t have to disclose your disability, and employers are not allowed… Continue Reading EmployAbility Webinars for Disabled Students

Develop Resilience and Move Forward

We have reached out to our alumni and asked them to share their experience of developing resilience and their thoughts on how students and graduates can move forward positively in uncertain times. Here Pranil Raja, alumnus from 2019 and Business Development Executive at British Engineering Services, shares his journey from student to professional and gives… Continue Reading Develop Resilience and Move Forward