Information and advice about the academic job search Speaking to someone Postgraduate students can speak to a Careers Consultant by booking a confidential appointment. These sessions are directed by you and your needs, some examples of common queries include: discussion of career options job search strategies feedback on job applications / CVs or a LinkedIn profile practice job interviews Find out how to book an appointment here: https://www.ed.ac.uk/careers/students/postgraduates Researching careers The Careers Service provides access to a huge amount of information about occupations, industries and employers. This is particularly valuable if you are interested in researching options beyond academic research. Career planning The Careers Service website has guidance on career planning and links to career planning tools. These help you to identify your interests and generate career ideas. Looking for work The Careers Service can also help you with finding jobs - whether part time work during your PhD, or permanent jobs after you have graduated. This article was published on 2024-02-26
