Learning and Working: how the University of Sheffield Careers Service supports students Katie Casserly (Careers Adviser)

This session What do we support our students to do? How do we provide this support? Student perspectives

Question What do you think a University Careers Service does? What do we support our students to do? How do we provide this support?

Support from the Careers Service

What do we support our students to do? Understand themselves and reflect on their experiences Explore their options Manage their own development Gain work experience Build a network of contacts *Increase their confidence and reach their full potential*

How do we provide this support? Within the curriculum Online Central events One-to-one Work experience opportunities

Within the curriculum Work with academics Inputs to core teaching sessions Specific careers sessions and events Work-based learning modules Employer-led projects Guest lectures

Online: Career Connect Access via MUSE (student portal) Appointments – book to see an adviser Vacancies – jobs, work experience Events – talks, meet employers Enquiries – send careers questions

Online: Careers Service website Support with exploring options Applications – advice and examples Interview preparation resources Information about further study options Section for international students www.sheffield.ac.uk/careers

Central events Bitesize talks Workshops Employer-led presentations and skills sessions Recruitment fairs Networking events

Individual advice 20-minute appointments, Monday – Friday Includes advice on applications, interviews etc. Longer appointments by referral Support for up to 3 years after graduation Email enquiries via Career Connect Skype / telephone appointments if no longer in Sheffield

Work experience opportunities Student Jobshop Work within the University and Students’ Union On CampUS Placements Work Experience Bursaries Summer placements Degrees with Employment Experience

Let’s hear from our students….

Abhinav BEng Mechanical Engineering 3rd year student Part-time jobs

Scott BA English Literature 2nd year Volunteering and summer placements

Murat BA Economics and Politics 2nd year On CampUS placement

Pauline BSc Biomedical Science with Employment Experience 4th year Placement year

Thank you for listening. Any questions?