Programme of talks
As well as talking to the exhibitors and using the drop-in CV and advice clinic at this fair, you can also come along to one (or more!) of the talks that will be running.
The talks take place in the basement theatre and last approximately 30 minutes.
The Science & Art of Effective ApplicationsThursday 23 May 2013, 11.15am - 11.45am
Employers and course admissions tutors are looking for strong evidence you can do the job or course. They also need to see you connect yourself to the role and communicate your motivation. This 30-minute session is designed to help you make better applications - and know where to find out more.
Impressing at InterviewThursday 23 May 2013, 12pm - 12.30pm
Being well prepared is the key to interview success…but what does this actually involve? This session will help you prepare to shine. It will address what recruiters look for, how to anticipate the questions you are likely to be asked, how to show your enthusiasm and demonstrate that you are an ideal candidate for the job.
Job Hunting: Tips, Tools and Techniques Thursday 23 May 2013, 12.45pm - 1.15pm
In this competitive job market creative approaches to job hunting are more important than ever before. This introductory session will provide an overview of sources of graduate job vacancies and will also look at ways to uncover opportunities in the ‘hidden job market’ including networking and speculative applications.
The Science & Art of Effective Applications Thursday 23 May 2013, 1.30pm - 2pm
Employers and course admissions tutors are looking for strong evidence you can do the job or course. They also need to see you connect yourself to the role and communicate your motivation. This 30-minute session is designed to help you make better applications - and know where to find out more.
Impressing at Interview23 - 29 May 2013, 2.15pm - 2.45pm
Being well prepared is the key to interview success…but what does this actually involve? This session will help you prepare to shine. It will address what recruiters look for, how to anticipate the questions you are likely to be asked, how to show your enthusiasm and demonstrate that you are an ideal candidate for the job.
Working in the UK After Your Studies: An update on current visa regulations for International Students Thursday 23 May 2013, 3pm - 3.30pm
This talk will be delivered by International Advisers from the Careers Service and the International Office who will provide an update on the points based system for immigration and will explain the options for obtaining a working visa for students hoping to remain in the UK after graduation.
This article was published on May 6, 2013