Work Experience
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How your placement experience can lead to #career fulfilment
There are many reasons why you may have chosen to go on a placement. Now you have returned to your studies you may be feeling a variety of things about your experience: I loved it and can’t wait to return...
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Disability possibilities: Exploring adjustments in the workplace (Part 2)
As shown in part 1, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to adjusting the workplace. Your needs might vary to someone with the same diagnosis and change according to the nature of the job. They might not even be the same...
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Speculative internship applications part two: How to write to employers
As you might have seen in part one, not all internships are advertised. A speculative application can shine a light on opportunities that you wouldn’t normally see. Being speculative refers to a questioning curiosity, so rather than waiting for a...
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The truth behind job rejection
Rejection is normal. More people will apply for the role than there are roles available. So, most applicants will be rejected at some point. It can feel devastating and a common response is to blame yourself. This often rears thoughts...
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Welcome back to Spring term!
We in the Careers Service hope that you are all doing well and are looking forward to a new Spring term at the University. The days are getting longer, it is closer to the summer and with the positive news...
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Psychological tips for job-hunting
Let’s be straight, job-hunting is exhausting and can lead to burn-out. But, it can pay off and change your entire life. This is why it is important to prepare. Yet, there is a difference between being organised and being mentally...