Wednesday 28 January 2015

Careers Support for Final Year Students



http://bit.ly/employabilityaudit

Graduating this year?  Not made any plans yet?  Still thinking about what you want to do?  There are many opportunities out there, contact us at Careers so we can help.     

If you would you like help with planning your next steps, UCLan Careers can help! 

You must provide an up-to-date telephone and email contact so we can keep in touch and help you with careers support: > Click Here

If you have secured your graduate level job or are going into postgraduate study, many congratulations!  We would still love to hear about your plans.
Please fill in our > Online Survey

UCLan Careers is waiting to hear from you. We are available to help:

Tel: 01772 895858 / email: careers@uclan.ac.uk / web: www.uclan.ac.uk/careers

Monday - Thursday 8.45am to 5.15pm, Friday 8.45am to 4.00pm in Foster Building.

You might also consider applying for one of UCLan's > Summer Support Internships









 


ABC of Graduate Job Hunting’


A. Finding jobs to apply for
B. Applying for Jobs
C. Going for Interviews

30 minute booster sessions, repeated every week from the 13th of April

Mondays and Fridays 12.30 to 1.00 or Tuesdays 3-3:30

Session Descriptions

Finding jobs to apply for - “This session aims to improve your chances of finding a job by introducing you to the most useful vacancy sources.  How to deal with recruitment agencies and standing out from the crowd by networking and using social media”.  

Applying for jobs - “Applying for a job vacancy is a time consuming process.  You need to ensure you understand the role you are applying for as your application will need to be tailored towards that particular employer.  By understanding the job description and person specification we will help you make future successful applications.”

Going for interviews - “Interviews are about presenting yourself in a positive and confident manner and we have interview skills and tips to help you.  There are a number of interview techniques that you can apply to ensure that you do yourself justice and improve your interview skills.”

> BOOK onto Workshops NOW











 Online Blackboard courses


The courses below will automatically appear in your Blackboard module list:

‘10 Practical Steps to Getting a Job’
‘5 Minute Guides to Getting a Job’ (Starting May 1st)






 Kick Start Saturday


Start your weekend by attending our graduate job search days (Breakfast included)

> BOOK NOW

Tuesday 20 January 2015

Work in China with Generation UK funding

Applications are now being accepted for a FREE two week Generation UK programme from 28th March to 11th April 2015 -
THE COMPREHENSIVE FUNDING INCLUDES YOUR RETURN FLIGHTS!!

InternChina is now offering a two week group programme in Chengdu, introducing you to the Chinese language and culture, plus insights into doing business in China and a taster internship. The programme comprises accommodation in a 3* hotel, daily Mandarin Chinese classes, cultural introductions, taster internship, business masterclasses, company tours and a panel discussion with British business leaders in Chengdu organised by the British Chamber of Commerce for South West China. You will be traveling as part of a group of 14 British students.

The only expense that isn't included as part of this incredible opportunity is the China visa (£66) and the money you need for general spending such as lunch and dinner, as breakfast is included too!

If you wish to apply for this amazing programme funded by the British council then simply fill out an application form here. All applications must be completed and sent in via the website by the 30th January 2015. Don't miss out!!
http://www.internchina.com
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CCUSA coming to UCLan!

Spend your summer working in America, teaching your favourite sports, performing arts and activities!

Work with hundreds of inspirational children and alongside amazing people from around the world.

Gain invaluable work experience that will look great on your CV.

Spend up to 30 days travelling around America with all your new mates.

Find out more on Tuesday 3rd Feb @ 1pm - KM006, Kirkham Building. 

To book a place go to our UCLan Careers EventBrite page



Supersize your summer 2015 by working in the USA with BUNAC


Want to spend your summer travelling but need to spend it working instead? Why not do both, with BUNAC’s Work America or Summer Camp USA programme? Spend your summer holidays working in the States discovering the real America, and be more than just a tourist! Earn some cash, do some travelling and gain some great life experience. 


Summer Camp Exchange USA


The hardest job you’ll ever love…


•             10 weeks coaching sports and activities to children aged 6 - 16

•             Low up-front costs and competitive pocket money

•             30 extra days to travel around the USA



Work America


Supersize your summer…


•             Ordinary jobs in extraordinary locations on a J-1 visa

•             4 months international work experience

•             Only available to uni students – don’t miss out!


Add some international sparkle to your CV and stand out from the crowd in the job market while enjoying the summer of a lifetime!


Sound good? Visit http://www.bunac.org/SISUCLan for more information