Take a look at what we've prepared for you in the next couple of weeks - from workshops and employer events to job opportunities and useful resources.
Careers and Employability Opportunities & Events
 

Take a look at what we've prepared for you in the next couple of weeks - from events to job opportunities, and even more VR interview practice sessions!


Check out the online resources on our website - from CV templates and application writing tips, to ways of exploring your career options and recommendations for finding job opportunities. 

 

In this edition:

  • Have your say and get free pizza!
  • Win a £1,000 grant
  • Discover your next job opportunity
 

Workshops & employer events

Learn from our Employability Advisers team about what next steps you can take in your career journey and develop your employability skills!

Still looking for a graduate job? Don't panic!

Friday 24th March, 3:30-5 pm

Aimed at final-year students (UG, PGT, PGR)

How to... write a CV and cover letter

Monday 27th March, 3:30-5 pm

Open to all students

 

Gain insights from employers!

 

Hear from a range of organisations about the opportunities they offer and find the next stop in your career journey!

 

Have your say and get free pizza!

We want to hear from you! Take a minute to complete the careers survey and shape the way we support you in your career journey at the University of Sheffield. It's quick, it's easy, and it's totally anonymous.


After completing the survey, you can sign up to join our focus group to enjoy free pizza and tell us a bit more about your experience.


The survey closes on Friday 24th March - so don't miss out!

Practice your interview skills in VR

Virtual reality interview simulator. Four engaging virtual reality modules and over 75 questions. University of Sheffield 2023 Immersive soft skills education Grant Recipient. Bodysways & Meta.

Try out new interview simulation VR sessions to improve your interview skills! Practice your interview skills, see how you would perform in a real-life situation, and receive feedback on your performance.


Choose from modules about:

  • Managing interview anxiety
  • Identifying and talking about your qualities
  • Answering different types of question
  • Interview simulation

Find out more here. 


Places are limited and booking fast. If all slots are booked up, make sure to check again soon - new slots are added every day.

 

Hand-picked opportunities

Win a £1,000 grant!

Looking for some extra funds?

 

Santander Universities is giving away grants of £1,000 to 10 Sheffield students. All registered students are eligible.

 

Apply before 30 April for your chance to win!

Summer Internship in Light/Noise Pollution

Lund Trust are looking for two summer interns to research light pollution and noise pollution in the UK. 


The 6-week internship is based in London. Interns will be paid £600 per week.

 

Discover your next job opportunity!

 

There are currently over 1,700 vacancies live on Career Connect, our University's very own careers & employability portal.


From summer internships and part-time jobs to placement opportunities and graduate jobs, there are many opportunities open to you!

 

Use the filters in the left-hand side panel to search for jobs based on the job sectors, locations, and vacancy types that interest you.

 

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