Category: Our advice blogs

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Research is a form of freedom: Santiago, Reader in Economics at FoSSPP discusses the KURF programme

April 9, 2021

In today’s blog, Santiago Sanchez-Pages, a Reader in Economics at King’s reflects the value of KURF in a multidisciplinary setting, that gives students the opportunity to hone skills, experience new things and build their confidence through academic research. Applications for KURF in 2021 are still open, so hurry to apply before the deadline of 18 April!… More Research is a form of freedom: Santiago, Reader in Economics at FoSSPP discusses the KURF programme

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Keeping up with the Industries: 5 minimal-commitment career hacks for a busy spring term schedule

April 3, 2021

In the middle of assignments, dissertations, proposals and exams (we’re not even mentioning the pandemic), preparing diligently for your next career steps might not be on top of your long to-do list. In this blog, you’ll learn how you can keep on track with industries and build your career planning confidence with the time you have at the moment: checking out the 5 minimal-commitment steps to a BIG impact!… More Keeping up with the Industries: 5 minimal-commitment career hacks for a busy spring term schedule

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If I had to go back, I would choose it one hundred times over: Chelsea’s case study in Internal Comms career

March 29, 2021

We have the pleasure of welcoming guest blogger Chelsea Ferguson, who is here to talk about a little talked about career path: Internal communications! What is it, how did Chelsea end up working there, and what advice does she have for students interested in a career in comms?… More If I had to go back, I would choose it one hundred times over: Chelsea’s case study in Internal Comms career

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The reality of virtual work experience during lockdown – BA Classical Studies & Comparative Lit student Maria’s story

March 25, 2021

From 15th – 26th February 2021, 26 students took part in our first round of King’s Insights Projects. The Shared Value project was a 2-week virtual internship, which placed students in teams to work as consultants to a real business, researching new ways for their client to grow their business in alignment with one of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Today, Maria tells us about her experience with the programme.… More The reality of virtual work experience during lockdown – BA Classical Studies & Comparative Lit student Maria’s story

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Unlocking sustainability careers with an Insight Project – MSc Geopolitics, Territory and Security student Selen’s story

March 24, 2021

From 15th – 26th February 2021, 26 students took part in our first round of King’s Insights Projects. The Shared Value project was a 2-week virtual internship, which placed students in teams to work as consultants to a real business, researching new ways for their client to grow their business in alignment with one of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Selen tells us about her experience with the programme. Applications for Insights Projects are currently open for the next cohort!… More Unlocking sustainability careers with an Insight Project – MSc Geopolitics, Territory and Security student Selen’s story

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What’s it like being part of an Insights Project? BSc Psychology student Priya’s virtual work experience story!

March 16, 2021

From 15th – 26th February 2021, 26 students took part in our first round of King’s Insights Projects. The Shared Value project was a 2-week virtual internship, which placed students in teams to work as consultants to a real business. They were tasked with researching new ways for their client to grow their business in alignment with one of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.… More What’s it like being part of an Insights Project? BSc Psychology student Priya’s virtual work experience story!

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Not just for budding academics – KURF is great experience for all students! KBS Marketing Academic Faculties, Anna & Prokriti’s Case Study

March 12, 2021

Continuing our blog series all about the King’s Undergraduate Research Award, today’s blog is a real treat. Anna and Prokriti, both lecturers in Marketing at King’s Business School, talk about the inclusivity of academic research experience – regardless of what degree or career sector students are planning, KURF is a great way for students of any background build professional skills and experience.… More Not just for budding academics – KURF is great experience for all students! KBS Marketing Academic Faculties, Anna & Prokriti’s Case Study

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The Goal is Bigger than the Nerves: KCL Alumn Mark’s Networking Advice for the Finance Industry

March 11, 2021

What can King’s students do to maximise virtual career planning and network within the finance sector? We spoke with Mark Owosu, a KCL alumnus and founder of Finstreet, an online knowledge factory around the finance industry –  to get top tips around researching for your career planning, and tips on virtual networking!… More The Goal is Bigger than the Nerves: KCL Alumn Mark’s Networking Advice for the Finance Industry

My tips for finding and securing an internship during lockdown: KCL student Danielle’s story

March 10, 2021

In today’s blog, Danielle, guest blogger and King’s Careers & Employability Microintern talks about finding an internship during lockdown. Tune in for some advice and inspiration about what it’s really like, and Danielle’s top tips for students thinking about internships.… More My tips for finding and securing an internship during lockdown: KCL student Danielle’s story

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Looking to develop work experience and make a difference? Your one-stop shop for the best (virtual) volunteering opportunities at King’s

March 4, 2021

To celebrate the day King’s College London was founded, staff and students unite yearly on 25th March to volunteer via various activities, to show commitment to service and the communities around King’s (wherever you may be around the world right now!). But did you know that service-minded action and volunteering is a great opportunity to put your degree skills in practice and gain work experience too?… More Looking to develop work experience and make a difference? Your one-stop shop for the best (virtual) volunteering opportunities at King’s