Looking for experience
Enhance your CV by finding opportunities to experience the professional world of work, as well as gain career-related experience - paid or unpaid, prospective employers value it all!
This short video clip was filmed to coincide with the launch of the Graduate Talent Pool. It highlights ways to enhance your employability skills.
In March 2010 The University of Northampton hosted a student-led conference to encourage students to get more involved in building up experience and developing skills for the future, the event included employer networking sessions, alumni contributions and displays, workshops and interactive games. View a video clip showcasing the event and the students involvement in a whole range of activities that demonstrates their skills building.
Suggestions for gaining experience
- Relevant work experience can radically improve your employability and demonstrate your commitment to a prospective employer. This information sheet is designed to help you prepare for getting experience in a work based setting - be that paid or unpaid
- View online digital magazines such as Prospects & Targetjobs for help with finding a work experience opportunity
- Use The University of Northampton Jobshop database to find part-time work (current students only), why not also check out the latest opportunities on The Jobshop's Facebook page and follow them on Twitter
- Contact The University of Northampton Community Volunteers to find out about volunteering locally
- Find out about work experience projects for second or penultimate year students through Step
- Find out about Volunteer England in Northamptonshire or your home area
- Find out about volunteering opportunities in the UK
- Find out about volunteering opportunities abroad
- Identify sites to browse for work experience, placements, internships, summer and temporary work in the UK
- Identify sites to browse for working abroad
- Browse the National Council for Work Experience for advice, information and placements
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