Tips & Hints
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Dyslexia: when to disclose and using your dyslexia as a strength when applying for graduate jobs
What is Dyslexia? The NHS reports that around 10% of the British population has dyslexia to some extent, so that makes it one of the most common learning difficulties. The British Dyslexia Association define dyslexia as “Dyslexia is a learning...
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My work experience was cancelled and now I've got nothing to put in my CV
You're certainly not alone.. So many great work and professional opportunities couldn’t happen this year, or at least not in the form originally intended. Employers and graduate recruiters know that. From talking to them, I know that employers are also...
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How to approach employers at a Virtual Careers Fair if you have a disability or long-term health condition?
This year our Careers Fair - 15/16 October , will be virtual with opportunities to book short 1:1 meetings directly with recruiters. These events will all be run through the Career Fair Plus app. We have over 90 employers looking...
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Selling your strengths with autism
Finding a job is hard for everyone. When you are autistic, it can be harder. You might face that extra conundrum of ‘should I tell them I’m autistic?’. There is no right or wrong answer to this. Yet, if you...
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Making the most of the Virtual Careers & Placements Fair
The Virtual Careers & Placements fair is taking place on 15th and 16th October. Over 90 employers are participating and they are interested in engaging Bath students and graduates. We cannot contain our excitement! Careers Fairs, whether virtual or in-person,...
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Connecting with Employers in the Cloud
The way we live, and work is changing daily and here are some tips on making the most of the recruitment session – most of which is happening virtually. Over the last couple of months, we have been talking to...
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Starting a job virtually -hints and tips
Hannah Barnham started as a Placement Officer in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in May 2020 and has never had a working day in the office. Here are her excellent tips and hints for any students or...
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Informal interview? Relax yes...but not too much
Here in the Careers Service we are often told by students that they are feeling nervous because they have been invited for an “informal” interview. This type of interview seems to be a growing trend, even during lockdown and especially...
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Why are you applying for this master’s degree? How to write a convincing answer
The decision to apply for a master’s degree is very exciting. There are many reasons why you might pursue one but presenting these motivations in a personal, deep-seated, and well-considered way is a task of its own. To start, be...