Career Development Centre Josephine Walsh www.nuigalway.ie/careers.

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Career Development Centre Josephine Walsh

Career Tips for Mature Students Start with the end in mind! …. but be open to new opportunities Keep your contacts from your “old” life Identify your transferable skills – highlight these in your CV- your experience counts! Challenge and confront prejudice - but don't presume that it is always a factor. Emphasise your ability and flexibility to work in a mixed age environment. Convey your reliability and loyalty

Things I like to do Things that suit me Things I can do Things that are importantValues Interests Personality Skills

Values Interests Personality Skills Know what’s out thereTake stock Get there Make a choice Know yourself Employment Further Study Year out Entrepreneurship Job Hunt Application process Organise year out Start business Reflection on journey to date Occupational profiles Labour market info Info Interview

Career Development Centre floor above Computer Services You are welcome: –24/7 & –9.00 am to 5.00 p.m. –Information Room Quick Queries 11am – 12pm 2.30pm – 4pm