Tag: Careers

Got your eye on KURF? War Studies Post-Doc Fellow Victoria talks her project + advice for students!

February 18, 2021

We’re excited to dive into the King’s Undergraduate Research Fellowship experience… and our new series “Got Your Eye on KURF?” will feature stories from KURF academics about their projects, what the experience of being (and leading) an Undergraduate Research Fellow is like, and their advice for interested students! First case study of the series is from Victoria from War Studies.… More Got your eye on KURF? War Studies Post-Doc Fellow Victoria talks her project + advice for students!

A peek into the future of Retail Industry: Covid-19 update & student careers advice

February 15, 2021

Guest blogger and Employer Relations and Development Advisor, Kalina Zlatkova, looks at some of the most important industry trends from 2020 and how students and grads interested in the Retail and FMCG sector can best grow knowledge and adapt to the industry changes.… More A peek into the future of Retail Industry: Covid-19 update & student careers advice

Careers in Marketing and Comms Industry (Covid-19 update) Part 2/2

February 13, 2021

What career paths are out there and how can you build work experience for a career in Marketing and Communications? In part 2 of the blog series, our Employer Engagement Advisor Kalina Zlatkova brings industry insights to students and grads interested in a career in this diverse and exciting sector.… More Careers in Marketing and Comms Industry (Covid-19 update) Part 2/2

What’s the future looking like for the Marketing and Comms Industry? (Covid-19 update) Part 1/2

February 12, 2021

In today’s blog, our Employer Engagement Advisor Kalina Zlatkova brings industry insights to students and grads interested in Marketing and Communications. How has the industry changed due to Covid-19, and where is it heading?… More What’s the future looking like for the Marketing and Comms Industry? (Covid-19 update) Part 1/2

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Startup or Corporate? Tips for the intrepid graduate (2/2)

February 6, 2021

To startup, or not to startup. That is the question… again! In the second part of the blog series, guest blogger Adrienne from Arctic Lake discuss some more things to keep in mind to maximise your probability of success in either startup or corporate life… and minimise the potential for heartache. Startups are great, but… More Startup or Corporate? Tips for the intrepid graduate (2/2)

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Startup or Corporate? Tips for the intrepid graduate (1/2)

February 5, 2021

To startup, or not to startup. That is the question.  And it’s an easy choice if you ask guest blogger Adrienne Gauldie at Arctic Lake – startup all the way!  But, there are some things to keep in mind to maximise your probability of success and minimise the potential for heartache. You’ve almost made it. … More Startup or Corporate? Tips for the intrepid graduate (1/2)

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Three steps to describing your mitigating circumstances with confidence (Part 2)

December 18, 2020

In our previous blog, we explored the topic of disclosure and debunked myths about being open to a potential employer about your personal circumstances that may have affected your CV – but certainly not your potential! Today, let’s explore 3 example-based tips on describing gaps in your CV in a positive way.… More Three steps to describing your mitigating circumstances with confidence (Part 2)

Disability confidence beyond the application process: explaining mitigating circumstances (Part 1)

December 17, 2020

In this blog, we discuss how you can talk about your disability with an employer. You might want to explain how you have developed strengths and skills that will be useful in the workplace, explain mitigating circumstances like lack of work experience or grades that don’t reflect your abilities, in a way that helps the employer make reasonable adjustments – or helps you be open because it’s an important part of your identity.… More Disability confidence beyond the application process: explaining mitigating circumstances (Part 1)

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“I’m struggling to see success!” Finding meaning in your Covid-19 university experience

December 2, 2020

With the technology challenges, distance learning and not getting to meet your new university friends, you might be reflecting on the Autumn term with mixed feelings. But can you also see your many successes? Seeing success during hard times is a skill you can learn, both to help your studies and career journey.… More “I’m struggling to see success!” Finding meaning in your Covid-19 university experience