Prospective Students (and Parents)
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If you choose to come to the University of Sheffield, you will have the benefit of a top quality, innovative Careers Service staffed by experts who listen to our students and respond to their needs. Our services enable you to get the most from your time at university and develop the employability and experience that employers look for. |
Using our servicesOur opening hours, location, services and support. You should also use the Students and Graduates menu on our website to find out more about our services and the options available to you as a student and graduate. |
Work experience and graduate careersTop graduate employers state that they expect graduate applicants to have gained work experience during their time as a student. Student JobshopOur Student Jobshop and Work Experience Team can help with everything from part-time jobs, to summer internships and longer placements to gain a foothold in your chosen career. Located in the Students' Union building, the Jobshop advertises hundreds of opportunities and provides advice on looking for work experience and making strong applications. Careers with my degreeAn important consideration when choosing your degree course is the type of career opportunities available after you graduate. Careers with my degree will provide you with information about the main career options available in your subject as well as the skills that you are likely to gain. Graduate case studiesOur Case studies database includes many examples of graduates talking about how they entered their chosen career and what their job involves. |
Developing skillsAs well as the skills and knowledge you develop through your academic studies, the University provides ample opportunities to develop transferable skills that employers value; and the Careers Service enables you to gain recognition for this. Skills for Work CertificateThis programme encourages you to record and reflect on the skills developed through any form of work experience. The Sheffield Graduate AwardEndorsed by several leading employers, the Sheffield Graduate Award gives recognition for the qualities you develop through extra-curricular activities throughout your time at the University of Sheffield. Skills for SuccessOur Skills for Success programme brings top companies onto campus to lead workshops to help you develop and practice key workplace skills. Degrees with Employment ExperienceA Degree with Employment Experience gives you the chance to undertake a year-long placement to complement your academic studies. |