international students signpost session 2015 - start here

Signpost session:Career planning – start here!

Welcome to theCareers andEmployability Centre

Advice and information on how you can develop your skills and experience whilst studying, including getting involved with student societies, volunteering and other extra curricular activities.


How do students spend their time?

But you can also…• Meet a broad range of people• Gain valuable work experience• Develop ‘employability’ skills



• Part time work• Voluntary work• Internships • Clubs & societies• Professional Placements• Personal development opportunities within your school


1. Join a professional body to network, learn about the sector and show your commitment (BPS, Law Society, ACCA)

2. Sign up with Gradlink (Africa, India, Asean, China, Malaysia) the CBBC, UKIBC or other relevant business council.

3. Get involved with extra curricula activities and societies

Start now!

Career planning sessions this term..

Tuesday 29th Sept 3-4 – Get hired! Practical advice on applying for placements, internships & jobs Most Tier 4 students can work part time and also apply for a professional placement year or vacation internship (sometimes called a vacation scheme). Knowing when and how to apply is crucial if you want to take advantage of this opportunity. This session will prepare you to make winning applications.

Tuesday 6th Oct 10-11 – 10 effective job search strategies Not sure where, when or how to start looking for vacancies, or how to organise your job/placement

search? This session will provide 10 logical steps to help you to make positive applications and approach employers with confidence.

Wednesday 14th Oct 12-1 – How to build and promote your employability skills ‘Explain how your skills and experience meet the job description’ - most application forms will include a

question asking you to explain why you are the best person for the job. In this session you can explore your skills and experience in advance

so that you will be able to answer this question and make a positive impression.

What are Study Skills?

Study Skills

Lecture notes

Presentations

Revision

Exams

Writing

Reading

Time Manage

ment

www.sussex.ac.uk/skillshub

Signpost session:Career planning Questions?

Signpost session:Start up Sussex Launch 1st Oct 3-5pm

Signpost session:Career planning Questions?

• Careers Advisers available daily (10-5pm).

• Offering CV advice, personal statements, cover letters etc.

• Briefing sessions – working part time, CV design, interview practice etc.

• Events - Careers Fair 4th Nov 2015

• International students newsletter

• www.sussex.ac.uk/careers

http://www.sussex.ac.uk/careers

Save the Date!Wednesday 4 November11am – 3pmThe Amex Stadium

120+ exhibitors…1 iconic venue!

All students welcome!

Sponsored by:

www.sussex.ac.uk/careersfair