Author: Laura Pätäri

I am the Careers Digital Information Officer at KCL. I manage the King's Careers Blog, writing and editing articles about careers interest topics and current opportunities in different industries (such as competitions, event campaigns and other non-job vacancy opportunities) to help prepare King's students and graduates for your future.

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What questions should I ask employers at career events? A sustainability & environment edition!

November 13, 2020

Have you interacted with an employer virtually before? Whether you’re a digital veteran or a newcomer to our virtual Career Festivals, webinars and drop-in sessions, you can learn a lot about an industry’s sustainability and environmental initiatives simply by asking focused questions from employers. Read on for ideas about what to ask!… More What questions should I ask employers at career events? A sustainability & environment edition!

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Create your own work experience: tips for entering the video industry without placement experience

November 11, 2020

Today we’re talking about how students can get creative about work experience in the film and video sector – it doesn’t always need to be through a placement. How can students present university coursework and passion projects in a professional context? Find out here!… More Create your own work experience: tips for entering the video industry without placement experience

Wellbeing first: how to change your mindset about careers during university

November 4, 2020

Happy Wellbeing Week! Taking care of our mental and physical wellbeing is really important and support with this during University might come from areas you have not thought about before. Read on to discover how engaging with King’s Careers & Employability can make a difference to your wellbeing now.… More Wellbeing first: how to change your mindset about careers during university

King’s Internships 2020 – what are the Advance and Springboard programmes?

November 3, 2020

King’s Internships have launched a new portfolio to help King’s students access work experience. What are the Advance and Springboard programmes like? Find out all about these internship programmes and how King’s Internships helps students in breaking barriers and finding inclusive work experience during university!… More King’s Internships 2020 – what are the Advance and Springboard programmes?

Following your passions: KCL alum Rory’s journey to a career in healthcare policy

November 2, 2020

Celebrating the everyday career stories of KCL alumni, today we are excited to share a recent alum Rory’s journey into healthcare policy and public affairs. Read more about how Rory translated a passion for public policy and an internship into a career as a Consultant. My name is Rory and I work in the healthcare… More Following your passions: KCL alum Rory’s journey to a career in healthcare policy