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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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So, you’re doing a Masters at King’s?  What next? #1  Understanding what you have to offer

February 23, 2021

To celebrate our targeted careers support for postgraduate students, including events on our Focus on Masters festival and new KEATS section, today’s blog is all about helping Masters students think about your employability and understand the value that your degree brings to you. King’s postgraduates: a diverse & exciting cohort! Are you one of the… More So, you’re doing a Masters at King’s?  What next? #1  Understanding what you have to offer

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KCL alum Omar Mehtab’s top tips on Effective Portfolios for the Creative Industries

February 19, 2021

How can students use social media to enhance your digital brand? What about building an effective showreel or portfolio for a multimedia career? In today’s guest blog, KCL alumnus Omar reveals some exciting career lessons from journalism and creative industries!  … More KCL alum Omar Mehtab’s top tips on Effective Portfolios for the Creative Industries

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

The TWO types of virtual internships – and how King’s students can boost their employability online!

January 21, 2021

We’ve been buzzing about virtual internships since last year, and 2021 is looking even better with King’s students having access to lots of exciting work opportunities online and during our Internships & Placements Virtual Festival! But did you know there are two (two?) kinds of virtual internships? Read more to find out!… More The TWO types of virtual internships – and how King’s students can boost their employability online!

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KCL alumnus George’s experience with King’s Experience… from student to running the programme!   

December 14, 2020

Today’s blog is celebrating the opening of King’s Experience Awards applications for 2021 – with a special case study from its current showrunner! Read on to see what takeaways George himself got from the King’s Experience Award, and what advice he has for current students.… More KCL alumnus George’s experience with King’s Experience… from student to running the programme!   

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

What’s it like being a Brand Ambassador during your studies? KCL student Karthik’s story

October 23, 2020

Karthik Balasubramanian is a 3rd-year Mathematics with Statistics student, and also the Brand Ambassador for Technology at JP Morgan. King’s Careers had the pleasure of hearing about Karthik’s part-time role, from application to navigating studies as well as everyday life as a brand ambassador.… More What’s it like being a Brand Ambassador during your studies? KCL student Karthik’s story

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Writing CVs & Covering Letters for the Video Production Industry Part 2/2

September 18, 2020

In part 2 of the CV miniseries, we’re going further into CV and cover letter tips directly from a recruiter in the creative industries. What makes an impressive CV or cover letter? Can students make a great impression without much professional experience? (hint: yes!)… More Writing CVs & Covering Letters for the Video Production Industry Part 2/2