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1 Welcome to the Careers and Employability Centre Claire Ward
Finding work globally Welcome to the Careers and Employability Centre Claire Ward Careers and Employability Adviser welcome and introductions

2 Global job markets and vacancy sources Developing a ‘global mindset’
Finding work globally Global job markets and vacancy sources Developing a ‘global mindset’ Key resources and making applications welcome and introductions lunch time briefings occur everyday – CVs, Sussex plus, pt work and IS briefing flexible session try to cover what ever you want to discuss

3 Finding work globally Consider..
Why look for global career (short or long term)? What are the specific challenges? Do you have a “global mindset”? “Global mindset” is the latest buzz phrase which major employers are talking about – an understanding of how organisations need to operate in a global environment. In a recent survey of large graduate employers (AGR), around half the employers said they were interested in this

4 Finding work globally ‘Global mindset’
‘an understanding of how organisations need to operate in a global environment. In a recent survey of large graduate employers (AGR), around half the employers said they were interested in this.’ Do you have a “global mindset”? “Global mindset” is the latest buzz phrase which major employers are talking about – an understanding of how organisations need to operate in a global environment. In a recent survey of large graduate employers (AGR), around half the employers said they were interested in this

5 Finding work globally having a ‘global mindset’ means..
You are curious – you ask questions and seek to understand before being understood You are flexible to different things and differences – you appreciate diversity, not work against it You can forge relationships, assert your influence over others in very positive and beneficial ways Do you have a “global mindset”? “Global mindset” is the latest buzz phrase which major employers are talking about – an understanding of how organisations need to operate in a global environment. In a recent survey of large graduate employers (AGR), around half the employers said they were interested in this

6 Finding work globally - Where to look. www. sussex. ac
Finding work globally - Where to look? Do you have a “global mindset”? “Global mindset” is the latest buzz phrase which major employers are talking about – an understanding of how organisations need to operate in a global environment. In a recent survey of large graduate employers (AGR), around half the employers said they were interested in this

7 Finding work globally Currently 29 jobs outside UK on Career hub..
KPMG China Delivery Centre CDD Executive The KPMG Delivery Centre (KDC) is a shared service centre located in Foshan which employs a cost-effective, efficient approach to the delivery of front- and back-office support services within KPMG China. Teaching Internships English Language Assistant in Catalonia, Spain. 300 euros/month + all inclusive. Project Analyst Graduate Opportunities - UK & Germany Quick Release (Automotive) We're looking for motivated and caring individuals to join our growing team, especially those who put value on delivering technical excellence, instinctive customer service and genuine team fellowship Java Software Engineer Internship Adobe – UK Switzerland This project is about analyzing the Apach Jackrabbit Oak stack and its various Microkernel implementations with respect to the theoretical framework proposed in that paper. Graduate Financial Sales Executive Guardian Wealth Management United Arab Emirates Confident? Driven? Ambitious? Competitive? High achiever? Keen to work abroad? If so, read on. Do you have a “global mindset”? “Global mindset” is the latest buzz phrase which major employers are talking about – an understanding of how organisations need to operate in a global environment. In a recent survey of large graduate employers (AGR), around half the employers said they were interested in this

8 Finding work globally Boost your international credentials..
Have a plan, and discuss it with friends and family • Get international experience • Achieve good grades • Network by join student societies and INTERACTING with other students Even more important to have a well thought through goal/plan Mention broadening your horizons exhibition and working/studying internationally – flyers! 120 countries represented here Language cafes One world week

9 Finding work globally A degree from the UK gives you…
Independent learning skills Team work and life skills Confidence in discussing issues Broad horizons and cultural awareness International contacts – students, staff, and alumni

10 Finding work globally A degree from Sussex gives you…
University league table rankings 18th in the UK: The Complete University Guide (CUG) 2017 18th in the UK: The Times Higher Education Table of Tables 2017 20th in the UK: The Guardian University league tables 2017. Graduate prospect rankings 6th for graduate prospects:The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017 [subscription only] 7th for graduate prospects:The Guardian University league tables 2017. From Sussex university facts and figures page In the global job market, reputation and academic performance are key

11 Finding work globally Making appropriate applications..
Find out………….. •How are CVs/cover letters used and what style is preferred? •How does interview format and etiquette differ? welcome and introductions lunch time briefings occur everyday – CVs, Sussex plus, pt work and IS briefing flexible session try to cover what ever you want to discuss

12 Finding work globally Making appropriate applications..
welcome and introductions lunch time briefings occur everyday – CVs, Sussex plus, pt work and IS briefing flexible session try to cover what ever you want to discuss

13 questions? Briefings – Career choices, finding PT work, CVs and Applications Careers Advisers are available daily 11-5pm Log in to Career hub for appointments, events, vacancies.. Come along to the events – listed on news & events page Follow us on Twitter & Facebook


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