Sector Insight
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Research roles in parliament and government
I recently attended a panel event on research roles outside of academia in Humanities and Social Sciences. There was a fascinating array of speakers from central and local government, think tanks, charities and social research organisations. I'm going to write up...
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Researching employers using library databases
Researching employers using library databases I recently went along to a careers skills session delivered by Management Librarian Helen Rhodes. The aim of the session was to look at some useful tools to help students find business and industry information...
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Where are the jobs for me? 5 tips for looking in the right place
I'm starting to notice a theme with a number of students I have been talking to. They feel like there are plenty of jobs being advertised as well as employer events going on but there is nothing for them. There is...
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Life as a European Fast Streamer in the UK Civil Service
The third of our postings this week on Civil Service opportunities. This time we interview a Bath Graduate working for the Civil Service Fast Stream. Name: Eve Degree: French, Italian and European Studies Graduation Year: 2015 Job title: European Fast...
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The Fast Stream and Beyond - some insights into Civil Service Recruitment
Civil Service overview The Civil Service does the practical and administrative work of government. More than half of all civil servants provide services direct to the public. If you want to know more about the Civil Service and it's purpose...
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Graduate Policy Adviser at HM Treasury - report on a visit by a Careers Adviser
This graduate scheme closes on 11 November 2016 http://www.hmtreasurycareers.co.uk/. Careers Adviser Sue Briault visited HM Treasury on a very stormy wet day in July 2016. This is what she learnt about HM Treasury's Graduate Scheme. Alumni Contacts In 2016 there...
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Alternatives to Grad Schemes and Public Sector Grad Schemes
Just a quick note today in response to some comments from students that all the jobs being advertised are for business roles. It is not strictly true as MyFuture carries many opportunities with a wide range of employers. We strongly...
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How LinkedIn can help you find employers
We are going to shamelessly link to the University of Leeds Careers Centre Blog as they have done an excellent job, through three blog posts, in writing about how you can use LinkedIn to find relevant employers. Thank you Team Leeds!...
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Beyond the Lab: Developing your Industrial Biotechnology Career
An interesting blog worth reading from the University of Bath's Centre for Sustainable Chemical Technologies: Beyond the Lab: Developing your Industrial Biotechnology Career
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The DFID Graduate Development Scheme closes 22nd June
This has come to our notice rather late: The DFID Graduate Development Scheme was launched in January 2012 to provide graduates with work experience to assist them in obtaining future employment. DFID is also keen to bring fresh thinking into...