This blog is contributed by Elaine Shak, our Careers Engagement Assistant in the Communications Team. It’s that time of the year again (and no, I’m not just talking about Christmas): you’re now well settled into second term, juggling endless reading and assignments, trying to stay on top of everything. You speak to your classmates, hoping… More No internship? Fret not: valuable alternatives to consider
Completing their CV is arguably one of the most daunting tasks students find when completing job applications. We understand that in today’s job market, it’s crucial that your CV stands out and is clear in demonstrating concrete examples of your experience and achievement so that employers can best understand what impact you can bring onto the… More Application season: Optimise your CV with KCL CareerSet!
In today’s #MyNextSteps blog, our Career Consultant Irrum Magre dives into the dreadful world of… networking! Or is it really that dreadful? Read on to find out how you can transform your thinking about networking, and start using conversations to learn about possible future paths and careers. Introduction I am actually quite resistant to the… More Networking demystified: Easy ideas to start building your network! #MyNextSteps
If you’re thinking about life after university, then you’ll know there is a lot of complex feelings, like excitement, confusion, even some pressure. What steps can students of any year, as well as specifically finalists, do to get prepared for life after uni? Read on from career consultant Irrum Magre as part of our #MyNextSteps blog and workshop series.… More What do you want from life after University? Our 3 tips for developing clarity & building success #MyNextSteps
In this week’s #MyNextSteps blog, we talk about meaningful work experience. #MyNextSteps is our events and blog campaign, offering current King’s students and recent graduates relevant, reassuring and friendly advice to navigate the next steps of your career journey during Covid-19. … More 5 Ways to Find Meaningful Work Experience this Summer: Career Consultant Fiona shares top tips #MyNextSteps
In this week’s #MyNextSteps blog post, Career Consultant Donald Lush discusses career identity. What’s the significance of thinking about your career identity when you’re a university student (or graduate) who is still figuring out their long term future?… More What’s your career identity? #MyNextSteps
In today’s blog, King’s student Ria talks about her experience as a virtual intern. Tune in to learn all about her journey to a virtual internship, what challenges and benefits she was faced with, and what tips Ria has in store for others considering to be a virtual intern this summer. … More What’s it like being a virtual intern? #MyNextSteps
For this week’s #MyNextSteps blog, we’re jumping into what’s happening in the wider job market. Are you hoping to develop your understanding of graduate recruitment in your industry? Here are our top 5 resources where you can find out ongoing and current information about the current job market. … More Keeping up with the current job market… with our top 5 resources! #MyNextSteps
Have you ever felt overwhelmed about taking career steps? Maybe you’ve encountered feelings of anxiety, worry or uncertainty about decision-making, job applications or maybe there have been times you’ve second-guessed your own employable skills. You’re not alone.… More Let’s talk about career anxiety: support and tips for students #MyNextSteps
King’s Business School Consultant Leslie Parsons describes what we will need to navigate changes and emerging opportunities in the post-COVID job market.… More Navigating uncertainty and finding new career paths after Covid-19 #MyNextSteps