Careers Network Events

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Wed 29th April

people at laptop Careers Drop-ins
10am - 11am
Online or in the Atrium (ground floor)
The Careers Drop-In sessions offer a chance for all students to access personalised, on-the-spot support without the need for an appointment.
students in classroom Careers Network Dubai: Top Tools to Support You in Your Career Journey
11am - noon
Innovation Lounge / Online
This session highlights practical, often hidden tools designed to support you at every stage of your career journey.
A student and staff member chat at a small table with a laptop Disability, careers, and me
noon - 2pm
Careers Corner, Main Library
Need some help and advice on applications, career planning, or work experience? With experience and understanding around disabilities, our advisers can support you with areas to focus on, things to consider and give you time to ask questions too.

Thu 30th April

people at laptop Careers Drop-ins
10am - 11am
Online or in the Atrium (ground floor)
The Careers Drop-In sessions offer a chance for all students to access personalised, on-the-spot support without the need for an appointment.

Tue 5th May

people at laptop Careers Drop-ins
10am - 11am
Online or in the Atrium (ground floor)
The Careers Drop-In sessions offer a chance for all students to access personalised, on-the-spot support without the need for an appointment.

Wed 6th May

people at laptop Careers Drop-ins
10am - 11am
Online or in the Atrium (ground floor)
The Careers Drop-In sessions offer a chance for all students to access personalised, on-the-spot support without the need for an appointment.
students in classroom Job Application Strategies for University Students (UG students)
noon - 1pm
Online
Entering and navigating the job market can feel challenging, but the right strategies can make all the difference when applying for roles.

Thu 7th May

people at laptop Careers Drop-ins
10am - 11am
Online or in the Atrium (ground floor)
The Careers Drop-In sessions offer a chance for all students to access personalised, on-the-spot support without the need for an appointment.
students in classroom Job Application Strategies for University Students (PG students)
noon - 1pm
Online
Entering and navigating the job market can feel challenging, but the right strategies can make all the difference when applying for roles.
A group of students and facilitator sit around a table in discussion Top tips for interview and assessment centre success
noon - 1pm
Online
Our innovative ‘Top Tips’ sessions are designed to give you the confidence and tools to make your way successfully through the application and selection process.

Fri 8th May

Three students look at a computer screen together Top tips for CVs, cover letters and applications
noon - 1pm
Online
Whether you are looking for part time work to compliment your studies, applying for an internship or seeking graduate opportunities, this session will give you valuable information on best practice for creating CVs, cover letters and applications.

Mon 11th May

Three students look at a computer screen together Top tips for CVs, cover letters and applications
noon - 1pm
Online
Whether you are looking for part time work to compliment your studies, applying for an internship or seeking graduate opportunities, this session will give you valuable information on best practice for creating CVs, cover letters and applications.

Wed 13th May

a student working on a tablet in a coffee shop Building your academic profile during your PhD: Training & Development showcase
11am - 12:30pm
Online
Discover key things that you can do during your PhD to develop your academic profile, all based around free training and development initiatives run by the University of Birmingham.

Fri 15th May

A group of students and facilitator sit around a table in discussion Top tips for interview and assessment centre success
noon - 1pm
Online
Our innovative ‘Top Tips’ sessions are designed to give you the confidence and tools to make your way successfully through the application and selection process.

Tue 19th May

Image of a student smiling looking at a laptop Writing academic job applications: tips tutorial
2pm - 3:30pm
Online
Learn more about how to write effective academic job applications and understand what academic hiring panels look for at this online seminar.

Wed 27th May

Four people sat behind a long table as if on an interview panel Preparing for academic interviews: tips and techniques
1pm - 2:30pm
Online
Understand what to expect in a typical interview for an early-career academic job in the UK, plus how to prepare and perform effectively.

Tue 2nd June

Image of a student looking thoughtful using a laptop Preparing postdoc funding and fellowship applications: practical tips for PGRs
noon - 1:30pm
Online
Get practical tips on how to write a strong research funding or fellowship application, identify fellowships, and ask questions to current academics who hold various postdoctoral fellowships.

Wed 3rd June

A student and staff member chat at a small table with a laptop Disability, careers, and me
1pm - 3pm
Room 202, Teaching and Learning Building
Need some help and advice on applications, career planning, or work experience? With experience and understanding around disabilities, our advisers can support you with areas to focus on, things to consider and give you time to ask questions too.
A student with a model of lungs in a lab setting Applying to Graduate Entry to Medicine - personal statements webinar
3:30pm - 5pm
Online
Preparing to apply in October 2026 to Graduate Entry to Medicine? Get top tips and advice on how to write a good personal statement to medicine, how to reflect on work experience, and how to prepare for the UCAT.

Mon 8th June

Students sat on a wall chatting Capgemini Community Challenge
8th June midnight - 12th June midnight
Off campus
The Capgemini Community Challenge is one of the most exciting opportunities on offer to undergraduates at Birmingham Business School. It is an immersive consultancy experience like no other.
Two student pose holding ice creams Careers on the Green
8th June midnight - 12th June midnight
Green Heart
The Careers Network team will be out on the Green Heart with a fun, future‑focused careers game, a free selfie station, and (if you’re quick!) free ice creams. It’s a relaxed way to meet the Careers team and think about your next steps.
Two students sat outside looking at a tablet together Masters Consultancy Challenge
8th June midnight - 26th June midnight
On campus
Work in interdisciplinary groups to solve a real-world business problem that an employer is facing in this intensive 3-week programme exclusively for Postgraduate Taught students. Discover consultancy with hands on experience - apply by 3 May!
A crowd of students sat round tables in the Great Hall The Birmingham Project
8th June midnight - 12th June midnight
On campus
Build your teamwork and enterprise skills with an exciting one-week challenge for first year undergrads, developing innovative solutions to social or environmental issues in small groups with students from across campus. Enrol from 6 April 2026.

Wed 10th June

A football net Beyond the pitch: Football futures
9:30am - 4:30pm
Alan Walters Building
Spend the day exploring careers in the football industry with professionals from a wide range of roles. Whether you’re a lifelong football fan, interested in sport as a career, or simply curious about using your degree in a new and dynamic industry.
Two students look at each other in a teaching room Applying for Masters and PhDs careers workshop and panel event
11am - 12:30pm
Lecture Room 7, Arts building
Are you thinking of pursuing further study after your degree? Then this event is for you! Hear from a panel of postgraduate students and meet our Careers Network and Postgraduate Recruitment teams.
Image of two students using laptops and having a conversation PG Skills: AI in the recruitment process - a recruiter's perspective
3pm - 4:30pm
Arts Building - Lecture Room 1
Discover how AI is impacting the recruitment landscape in the UK and top tips for you to use it with confidence.

Mon 15th June

Three students walking down a staircase Impact Challenge
15th June midnight - 19th June midnight
On campus
Work with employers to solve real-life problems and have the chance to learn and see first-hand how an organisation operates and how you can make an impact to their business! Check your eligibility and apply by 16 April.
Three students working at a picnic table Introduction to the Birmingham Award with Distinction - Postgraduate
1pm - 2pm
Lecture Room 5, Arts building
Explore our flexible programme designed exclusively for postgraduate taught students to support your professional development alongside your unique circumstances, interests and, career stage.
A student working on a laptop Job hunting for those with 2+ years professional experience
3pm - 5:30pm
Room G17, Nuffield
Join our Careers Network team for a bespoke session for postgraduate taught students with at least two years' professional experience prior to your degree and plan your next career steps.

Tue 16th June

An audience of students Ten Talks: What really shapes a life?
11am - 12:30pm
Room G03, Alan Walters building and Online
Now entering its third year, our thought-provoking Ten Talks programme returns with an exciting new format! Each session pairs a distinguished academic with emerging student experts for two presentations exploring major challenges for societies.
A student smiling at a table Job Hunting: Top tips for PGTs
noon - 1:30pm
Lecture Room 5, Arts building
If you're starting to think about job hunting after your Masters or postgraduate taught programme, make sure to join Careers Network for this top tips session, a masterclass for the Birmingham Award.
An audience of students Ten Talks: Making connections in a disconnected world
2pm - 3:30pm
Room G03, Alan Walters building and Online
Our thought-provoking Ten Talks continues with two more presentations exploring major challenges for society, pairing a distinguished academic with a group of emerging student experts. Reserve your FREE place now!

Wed 17th June

An audience of students Ten Talks: Why does infrastructure matter?
11am - 12:30pm
Room G03, Alan Walters building and Online
Our thought-provoking Ten Talks continues with two more presentations exploring major challenges for society, pairing a distinguished academic with a group of emerging student experts. Reserve your FREE place now!
A student and staff member chat at a small table with a laptop Careers Network drop-ins
1pm - 3pm
Careers Corner, Main Library
Need some help and advice on applications, career planning, or work experience opportunities? Come along to one of our weekly, Wednesday afternoon Careers Network drop-ins, to chat with our friendly experts.
An audience of students Ten Talks: Does the law understand the world?
1pm - 2:30pm
Room G03, Alan Walters building and Online
Our thought-provoking Ten Talks continues with two more presentations exploring major challenges for society, pairing a distinguished academic with a group of emerging student experts. Reserve your FREE place now!
An audience of students Ten Talks: How do we understand complex human challenges?
3:30pm - 5pm
Room G03, Alan Walters building and Online
Our thought-provoking Ten Talks concludes with two final presentations exploring major challenges for society, pairing a distinguished academic with a group of emerging student experts. Reserve your FREE place now!

Mon 22nd June

Two students looking at a leaflet together Promoting your postgrad skills in CVs and cover letters
11am - 12:30pm
Online
How can you make your postgraduate study stand out in applications? Find out with top tips from our Careers Network team at this workshop, a Birmingham Award Masterclass.
Several students attending lecture Find a job in your home country or another country
2pm - 3pm
Online
Gain practical insights to navigate the challenges of securing a job outside the UK and understand how your international experience can be your advantage.

Tue 23rd June

Image of a room of people listening to a speaker. Explore careers outside academia for STEM PGRs & ECRs
9:45am - 3pm
Lloyd Suite, Edgbaston Park Hotel
Hear a variety of presentations from guests in different industries, take part in direct discussions with speakers, meet fellow researchers, and enjoy lunch at this session for Postgraduate Researchers and Early Career Researchers in STEM fields.
Several students attending lesson UK job search skills: navigating employers, visas and applications
2pm - 3pm
Online
Are you an international student, graduate or researcher exploring your career options in the UK? This session will help you understand what UK employers look for, how to search for roles, and tips to create strong applications.

Wed 24th June

Audience watching digital showcase (not so) Artificial Intelligence: Making AI work for you, your skills and your career
11am - 12:30pm
Room LG13, Learning Centre
AI. What does it mean for you, the workplace and your future career? How could you (or should you) be using it?
Two students chatting and working with their phones China Connections: UK degree, China career – career planning insights and advice from alumni
11am - 12:30pm
Online
Join us for an alumni panel with alumni who are now working in China across a range of sectors. Our alumni will share practical insights into transitioning from studying in the UK to building a career in China. This session is delivered in Mandarin.
Two people in conversation Promoting your postgrad skills in applications
1pm - 2:30pm
Lecture Room 5, Arts building
How can you make your postgraduate study stand out in applications? Find out with top tips from our Careers Network team at this workshop, a Birmingham Award Masterclass.

Thu 25th June

Students listening to a talk at Great Hall China Connections: Building a STEM career in China - employer insights and alumni journey
11am - 12:30pm
Online
Join us for this panel discussion as Chinese employers and alumni working in STEM-related industries in China share insights into industry trends, recruitment expectations, and in-demand skills. This session is delivered in Mandarin.

Fri 26th June

Students listening to a talk at Great Hall India Connections alumni panel: building a career in India
2pm - 3pm
Online
Join us for an alumni panel featuring alumni who are now working in India across a range of sectors. Alumni will share practical insights into transitioning from studying in the UK to building a career in India.
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