The Summer Term Programme is here to inspire you and give you a head start in today’s competitive graduate job market through a blend of short courses, webinars, workshops and one-to-one sessions.
The Summer Term Programme schedule can be found on the University of Roehampton app. Available on GooglePlay here and on the App Store here, the app is completely free – so if you don’t have it already, download it today! The app gives you all the information you need to find out what’s on and sign up for sessions. Further information is available here.
Here’s some of the key events taking place in the next two weeks.
Week 3, 26 April – 2 May
Tuesday 27 April
Writing An Effective CV – 12-1pm
Learn how to write an outstanding CV and get noticed by employers.
Hosted by: The Careers Team
No registration necessary. Join via the app.
Wednesday 28 April
Social Sports on Digby Square and Southlands Quad – 1-3pm
Register here or on the app.
Friday 30 April
5 Top Tips for Writing Excellent Essays – 2-3pm
Learn top tips to produce excellently written essays.
No registration is necessary. Join via the app.
Finding Work Experience – 1-2pm
Gaining work experience is a crucial part of developing your skills and employability before you leave University. This session will cover where to start, tactics and strategies for finding work experience this summer, with the opportunity for questions and answers at the end of the session.
Register here or on the app.
Week 4, 3-9 May
Tuesday 4 May
What can Careers and Placements do for you? – 12-1pm
The Head of Careers will give you a presentation about the Careers and Placements Service and how they can help you during your time at Roehampton and after graduation. Learn about our appointments service, the current offer we have for your degree course and how we can help you getting ready for employment.
Register here or on the app.
Making the Most of Your Experience – Skills & What Employers Want – 1-2pm
Join via the app.
Wednesday 5 May
Job Hunting in Uncertain Times – 12-1pm
An overview of the current jobs market, areas of growth, and tips for applying for work.
No registration necessary. Join via the app.
Study Abroad for a Semester – 2-3pm
Are you interest in spending a semester or summer abroad as part of your degree? With partner universities in the USA, Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Asia, you could spend a semester studying abroad at a world-class institution, all whilst gaining credits for your Roehampton degree and having the experience of a lifetime!
Register via the app.
Thursday 6 May
LaunchPad Start-Up Grant: How To Apply – 12-12:45pm
The University of Roehampton LaunchPad Business Start-Up gives Roehampton alumni and students the opportunity to apply to receive up to £3,000 to go towards your business start-up. This session will cover the aspects of applying for the start-up grant.
Register via the app.
Creating a Targeted Careers Action Plan – 2-3pm
Talking students through how to approach career planning and create a focussed action plan to get the job they want.
Register via the app.