Overview
Event: UK Tier 2 Visa changes
A guide to the recent changes to the UK Tier 2 visa regulations (for international students), Hugh Robson Building Lecture Theatre, Wednesday 30 May, 3pm - 4pm.
Thu, 24 May 2012 16:03:02
International Futures Week
If you are an overseas student, The University of London Careers Group invite you to join them for their International Futures Week of exclusive interactive webinars, covering the important areas of job search in the UK and overseas.
Tue, 22 May 2012 10:52:06
Student Newsletter
We produce regular newsletters to help you keep up to date with careers information and events. Access our latest editions here.
Fri, 28 May 2010 15:44:19
DONG Energy Master Thesis Competition
Are you an Engineering or Science Masters student? Enter this thesis competition for your chance to write an ambitious international masters thesis and win DKK 25,000!
Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:29:45
Win £2000 funding for Postgraduate study
TARGETCourses are running a competition in which six people will each win £2000 towards funding their postgraduate study.
Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:39:26
TARGETjobs Undergraduate of year awards success
Congratulations to Roberta Kovacs (Economics, University of Edinburgh) who was declared "First Year of the Year" in the TARGETjobs Undergraduate of the Year awards last week.
Wed, 18 Apr 2012 14:23:37
Are you a creative pioneer?
The Creative Pioneers Challenge is a nationwide search for digital natives and creative entrepreneurs. Internships are being offered across 100 creative and digital media companies.
Wed, 18 Apr 2012 12:36:46
Interested in a career in information security?
Interested in pursuing a career in information security? Cyber Security Challenge UK runs national online competitions and raises awareness of cyber learning opportunities and careers.
Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:18:12
Teach First drop-in session
A representative from Teach First will be available for drop-in consultations at the Careers Service on Wednesday 9th May 11-12.30pm.
Mon, 16 Apr 2012 12:51:01
ICE Graduate Careers Guidance Workshop
ICE Scotland is hosting a Graduate Career Guidance Workshop for recent graduates in Glasgow on 30 May.
Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:08:31
Vacation opening hours
Please be aware that our King's Buildings office will be shut on Monday 9th April. The Careers Service will move to our vacation opening hours on the 9th April and return to our normal opening hours on Monday 23 April 2012
Thu, 5 Apr 2012 15:20:50
Student Media Awards
Interested in work experience at a national newspaper? The Guardian Student Media Awards have now launched.
Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:32:25
Disabled Students Leadership Course
Applications are now open for this FREE 3-day residential course, which includes accomodation. It offers a unique opportunity to learn through hands-on experience, meet inspirational leaders and develop personal leadership skills.
Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:48:35
Working in the UK after your studies (for international students)
With the recent changes to working visas for International students, this session presented by the International Office and Careers Service will explain the new working visa regulations for Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur and Tier 2 Skilled Worker.
Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:48:44
Working in the UK after your studies (for international students)
Women In Engineering -Jaguar Land Rover
WE (Women in Engineering) want students to make the best start possible to your career in engineering. They are holding a Skills Development & Networking Day on 17th April, at their head office near Coventry.
Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:36:17
European Jobs Day
Are you interested in expanding your horizons, gaining experience by working abroad or elsewhere in UK? Then come along to the European Employment Service (EURES) European Jobs Day in Glasgow - Admission is free. Thursday 29th March 2012, between 10am and 5pm.
Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:32:15
SIFE Edinburgh
SIFE is an international non-profit organisation active in more than 1,500 universities across 40 countries, and a team is starting here at the University of Edinburgh. Find out how to join in.
Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:29:57
GSK Residential Chemistry Experience
This fully-funded, week-long training course is designed to give you practical experience of the work of a graduate chemist in the pharmaceutical industry. Closing date: 15th June 2012.
Tue, 13 Mar 2012 14:59:34
Medicine as a second degree
Are you considering studying Medicine as a second degree? Then come to this information session on March 7th 2012.
Tue, 6 Mar 2012 14:27:52
Returning home after graduation - USA
The Careers Service, in collaboration with Abercrombie and Fitch US and The University of Connecticut, invites you to an information session on job hunting in the US on March 20th.
Tue, 6 Mar 2012 10:41:24
Employers on campus: Have your say
One of the most important roles played by the Careers Service is acting as a bridge between students and employers. We're having a fundamental review of how we work with employers to ensure we have the balance right and are offering the right services for all the parties involved.
Mon, 5 Mar 2012 15:50:21
Ad School Competition
Enter the IPA's annual Ad School competition and you could end up spending your summer at a top advertising agency.
Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:40:07
Pakistan Graduate Job Fair 2012
On Friday 24 February 2012 The University of Glasgow will welcome 17 Pakistan companies on campus to meet students from Pakistan studying at Scottish Universities.
Thu, 9 Feb 2012 12:50:11
National Student Employment Week
In celebration of ‘National Student Employment Week’ the SAGE team will be out and about on Campus. Look out for us in the main library foyer and at KB house on the 22nd and 23rd February, 12.30 - 2.30. Plus Edinburgh College of Art dining hall (Tuesday 28th February) and Appleton Tower concourse (Thursday March 1st).
Wed, 8 Feb 2012 11:53:37
Morocco Expedition
British Schools Exploring Society, in partnership with the London Law Trust, is offering the opportunity to join a leadership development programme this summer in Morocco and London.
Wed, 8 Feb 2012 11:44:34
How can Linkedin help my career?
You may have heard of or tried out LinkedIn before but have you thought about how you could use it as you begin your career and reach out to contacts and potential employers?
Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:39:59
British Ecological Society Event
BES (British Ecological Society) are holding an Ecological Careers Event for Ecology students and recent graduates on 12 March 2012 in London.
Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:03:24
More free copies of the FT!
Pick up a free copy of the Financial Times at the Central Area Careers Service each weekday until the 23 March.
Thu, 13 Oct 2011 14:14:54
Undergraduate of the Year Awards
For students from a range of disciplines who are well above average in terms of academic background, involvement in campus activities, aptitude and interpersonal skills. Closing date - 31st January.
Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:25:44
Student Employee of the Year
Student Employee of the Year (SEOTY) 2012 - Nominations now open.
Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:58:28
Changes to late evening service
If you would like to speak to a careers adviser on a Tuesday evening, you can now book a short appointment of up to 20 minutes. This is a change from the previous system, which operated on a drop-in basis and could result in lengthy waiting times at busy periods.
Thu, 5 Jan 2012 16:06:25
Edinburgh Apprentice 2012 competition
Entries are invited from undergraduates and postgraduates for this competition sponsored by leading companies and devised by Edinburgh University's iCUE Society.
Fri, 9 Dec 2011 10:07:52
Part-time carer jobs
Interested in a part-time job as a carer, working anything from 2 - 15 hours per week? Come along to the Careers Service, 3rd Floor, Main Library Building next Thursday (8th Dec) to meet Home Instead Senior Care.
Mon, 5 Dec 2011 16:12:02
Employers on campus this semester
We have lots of employers coming to Edinburgh to hold presentations and events throughout October and November. Next week we have events by RBS, Deloitte, Boston Consulting Group, Procter & Gamble, Ernst & Young, Hymans Robertson, PwC and the Saltire Foundation.
Tue, 27 Sep 2011 10:26:39
E-placement Scotland
E-Placement Scotland is a new initiative to help students with IT skills to find paid IT related work placements. An IT related degree discipline is not always required.
Thu, 28 Apr 2011 12:01:17
Psychometric tests online
If you haven't tried out our online practice aptitude tests yet, why not have a go?
Fri, 22 Apr 2011 10:25:30
TalentScotland survey
Chance to win an Amazon Kindle by participating in a survey.
Wed, 6 Apr 2011 16:17:56
Vault Careers Insider
The Careers Service subscribes to this popular and valuable careers information resource so our students can benefit from free access! Make the most of this opportunity to find out more about leading employers worldwide.
Thu, 17 Mar 2011 16:58:23
European Concours
The European ‘Concours’ - the annual graduate entry level competition to enter the European institutions - will open on 16 March 2011.
Tue, 15 Feb 2011 11:39:43
Medicine as a second degree
Are you considering studying Medicine as a second degree? Come to this information session where you will find out about entry requirements (academic background, relevant work experience, skills and personal qualities), funding, when and how to apply and the selection process.
Fri, 18 Feb 2011 09:29:45
EmployAbility Insight Programme
Opportunity for first year disabled students interested in a career in financial regulation. The Financial Services Authority has partnered with EmployAbility for a 3 Day Insight Programme this summer.
Fri, 18 Feb 2011 09:24:48
Breaking into the environment
Interested in environmental careers? Come along to "Breaking into the Environment", organised by the Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (IEEM).
Tue, 15 Feb 2011 09:49:21
Postgrad Study in the USA Information Session
Interested in postgraduate study in the US in 2012-13 or beyond? Join the Fulbright advising team for an information session on Wednesday 9 February, 1.05pm, Careers Service, 33 Buccleuch Place.
Thu, 27 Jan 2011 16:06:43
CV talk cancelled
The talk How To Write a Winning CV (King's Buildings, Tuesday 25th February) has been cancelled because of staff illness. We're sorry for this inconvenience. Check our Talks and Events page for details of alternative times.
Tue, 25 Jan 2011 09:45:36
Saltire Foundation Internships
In 2011 the SaltireFoundation will offer 40 of the most capable and motivated penultimate year undergraduate students from across Scotland the chance to undertake a highly competitive funded internship abroad. Applications open on 18 February and close on 28 February 2011.
Tue, 25 Jan 2011 13:31:36
Civil Service Diversity Internship
The Civil Service Summer Diversity Internship Programme (SDIP) is now open for applications (the deadline is 4 January 2011).
Fri, 19 Nov 2010 12:51:27
Postgraduate Study & Funding Fair
The TARGETcourses Postgraduate Study & Funding Fair Scotland 2010 is the largest official postgraduate study event in Scotland. It takes place on the 18th November 2010.
Mon, 15 Nov 2010 09:44:24
Undergraduate of the Year '11
The TARGETjobs Undergraduate of the Year 2011 competition is open to pre-final year students in various disciplines. Prizes include summer work placements with leading companies, laptops, tickets to the Olympics and more.
Mon, 15 Nov 2010 09:39:08
Careers in Statistics
The School of Mathematics is running a session aimed at anyone with an interest in a career in Statistics, most likely from a highly numerate discipline. It will run from 3pm to 5pm on Wednesday 17th November in room 5215, JCMB, King's Buildings.
Thu, 11 Nov 2010 14:46:22
United Nations Recruitment Presentation
Two UN Outreach Officers from the United Nations Headquarters in New York will be visiting Edinburgh on the 12th November to discuss career opportunities in the United Nations world wide. They will give a brief presentation on the different employment options at the UN as well as on how best to apply. They will also be available to answer your individual questions relating to recruitment at the organisation.
Fri, 5 Nov 2010 17:00:45
Fulbright Commission Survey
The Fulbright Commission wants to learn your views on studying in the USA compared to other popular study abroad destinations. The Fulbright Commission supports students interested in studying in the USA, and seeks your opinions to help improve its service. The survey will take only five minutes to complete, and respondents will be entered in a draw to win an iPad.
Tue, 26 Oct 2010 11:07:30
More chances to meet employers
We have many more employer presentations and events still to come this semester so do keep checking the list of events on our website. Employers confirm new events every week and they all get added to Employer Presentations and Events section of our website.
Thu, 21 Oct 2010 15:59:37
Virtual Careers Fair
The Virtual Careers Fair for Greater China and South East Asia is now open for students to register.
Wed, 13 Oct 2010 18:48:32
Volunteer Recruitment Fair 2010
Looking for voluntary opportunities? Volunteer Centre Edinburgh is running its annual Volunteer Recruitment Fair on Thursday 14th October, with over 100 organisations attending.
Tue, 5 Oct 2010 10:56:59
Careers Fair
The Careers Fair is on October 5th and 6th 2010. It is great chance to find out about a large number of potential career opportunities, and to meet the organisations who are particularly keen to recruit Edinburgh students and graduates. There will be around 120 organisations exhibiting at the fair - different ones each day - including companies and professional bodies from a variety of sectors.
Tue, 21 Sep 2010 11:48:57
Careers Service Guide
Written especially for University of Edinburgh students, this guide will help you whatever stage you're at with planning for life after graduation - clueless, vague or with strong ideas.
Tue, 21 Sep 2010 15:44:19
Preparing for interviews/assessment centres
Did you know that we have feedback from students who have attended interviews/assessment centres with a wide range of employers? Feedback forms are on SAGE and in folders in the Careers Service.
Thu, 5 Aug 2010 13:29:52
Spend more time with your Careers Service
A survey in the Guardian reveals that 69% of graduates wished they had spent more time with their university careers adviser.
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 16:54:06
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