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Tue 9th June

students talking outside on a bench Career Progression in a Rapidly Changing World
9am - 10am
Room 0410 or online
This workshop helps students navigate career uncertainty by reframing careers as flexible and evolving. It builds adaptability, curiosity, and resilience in the face of change, automation, and non linear career paths.
Two students lean on the railings of a roof balcony Design Your Future Life workshop
10am - 2pm
Room 103, Alan Walters Building
Are you someone with dreams and goals? Or need some inspiration? It’s time to turn these into reality. Introducing our exclusive workshop inspired by Stanford University’s renowned Life Design!
Student writing in notebook How to: Turn your internship into your next opportunity
11am - noon
Online
Have you recently completed an internship or other work experience and are wondering what's next? Your internship or work experience is more than just something to list on your CV — it’s a powerful story about your skills, growth, and potential.
Two student pose holding ice creams Careers on the Green
noon - 3pm
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.
Student talking to careers advisor Top Tips for using LinkedIn
5pm - 6pm
Online
Our innovative ‘Top Tip’ sessions are designed to give you the confidence and tools to make your way successfully through the application and selection process.

Wed 10th June

students laughing Making the most of your summer
9am - 10am
0410 or online
This workshop encourages students to use the summer period strategically, regardless of access to formal employment or internships. It focuses on skill development, confidence building, and meaningful experiences.
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.
Two student pose holding ice creams Careers on the Green
noon - 3pm
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 take a selfie in front of a large, carved heraldic shield Life After UoB: BBS Alumni Panel
noon - 1:30pm
To be confirmed
Thinking about your career and how to get where you want to be? Join us for an inspiring Alumni Panel, hosted by Birmingham Business School but open to all students. Get realistic insider perspectives and honest insights.
A student and staff member chat at a small table with a laptop Spotlight on Education and Public Sector
noon - 2pm
Main Library, Wolfson Room
Come along to our dedicated drop ins to find out more about possible career paths in our listed sectors. We will share lots of useful resources, tips for finding opportunities, and the latest vacancies in the region and beyond.
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.
a person getting a headshot taken LinkedIn Headshots Photography
1pm - 5pm
Teaching and Learning Building LG03
Thinking about building your future professional brand? On Wednesday 10 June you have the chance to get a professional headshot taken, ready to use on your new or updated LinkedIn profile!
Image of two students using laptops and having a conversation PG Skills: AI in the recruitment process - a recruiter's perspective
3pm - 4:30pm
Lecture Room 5, Arts building
Discover how AI is impacting the recruitment landscape in the UK and top tips for you to use it with confidence.

Thu 11th June

Four people sat around a table How to make this summer count: Finding and creating work experience
11am - noon
Lecture Room 7, Arts building
Are you looking for work experience for the summer and beyond? There is still time to find an opportunity! You'll leave this session with information on how you can search and find different types of work experience.
Two student pose holding ice creams Careers on the Green
noon - 3pm
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.
Stone carved University crests International careers alumni Epanel
3pm - 4:30pm
Online
Access a panel of graduates with a range of professions who have built international careers and see concrete examples of how University of Birmingham Alumni have made the leap with working outside of their home countries.
Group of students stood in front of a bridge International Careers Alumni Event
3pm - 4:30pm
Online
Get the chance to see concrete examples of how University of Birmingham Alumni have made the leap with working outside of their home countries.
Student in careers fair Top Tips for CVs, Cover Letters and Applications
5pm - 6pm
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.

Fri 12th June

A student using a phone Future You: Career opportunities with disability inclusive firms
10:30am - 3:45pm
Central London
Join MyPlus for an exclusive opportunity to explore career pathways with top disability-inclusive employers. Meet leading global employers including Capgemini, J.P. Morgan, KPMG and NESO. Travel expenses available.
Two students pose holding ice creams Careers on the Green
noon - 3pm
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.

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! Enrolment is now closed.
Two students being filmed on a phone screen Video Content Creation Workshop: Build your brand through video
9:30am - 4:30pm
Employer Training Room (Room G30), Aston Webb Building
Want to share your idea or business but not sure how to show it on camera? This exclusive practical workshop will help you turn your ideas, skills or business into confident, professional video content using just your phone.
Students chatting in group Top Tips for Job Searching
11am - noon
Online
Maybe you’ve already started applying for graduate roles or you’re just about to start your search, either way this session is designed to help you to navigate the job search process.
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 and staff member chat at a small table with a laptop Spotlight on Technology and Engineering
1pm - 3pm
Main Library, Wolfson Room
Come along to our dedicated drop ins to find out more about possible career paths in our listed sectors. We will share lots of useful resources, tips for finding opportunities, and the latest vacancies in the region and beyond.
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.
Student talking to careers advisor Top Tips for Interview and Assessment Centre Success
11am - noon
Online
Regardless of whether you’re applying for internships, part time positions or graduate opportunities, come along to our interviews and assessment centres session to find out how to prepare, top tips for answering questions and what to keep in mind on
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.
People sat around a table How to make this summer count: Finding and creating work experience
1pm - 2pm
Online
Are you looking for work experience for the summer and beyond? There is still time to find an opportunity! This session will provide you with information on how you can search and find different types of work experience.
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

Two students talk to a staff member Give Back, Gain Skills: Volunteering Day
10am - 3pm
Employer Training Room (Room G30) and Room G31, Aston Webb Building
Interested in volunteering but not sure where to start? This relaxed, drop-in event lets you meet organisations face-to-face, learn about the incredible work they do, and find ways to get involved over the summer and beyond.
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 Spotlight on Health and Science
noon - 2pm
Medical School, Learning Hub (ground floor)
Come along to our dedicated drop ins to find out more about possible career paths in our listed sectors. We will share lots of useful resources, tips for finding opportunities, and the latest vacancies in the region and beyond.
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.
A student and staff member chat at a small table with a laptop Spotlight on Creative, Culture and Legal
1pm - 3pm
Main Library, Wolfson Room
Come along to our dedicated drop ins to find out more about possible career paths in our listed sectors. We will share lots of useful resources, tips for finding opportunities, and the latest vacancies in the region and beyond.
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!

Thu 18th June

A student working on a laptop Level-Up with LinkedIn Learning
10am - 11am
Online
Discover how to access your free University of Birmingham LinkedIn Learning account and explore how you can use the platform to develop essential skills you need now and in the workplace.
A student and staff member chat at a small table with a laptop Spotlight on Health & Medicine
noon - 3pm
Main Library, Wolfson Room
Come along to our dedicated drop ins to find out more about possible career paths in our listed sectors. We will share lots of useful resources, tips for finding opportunities, and the latest vacancies in the region and beyond.
Student in careers fair Top Tips for CVs, Cover Letters and Applications
5pm - 6pm
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 22nd June

Students discussing project in front of their laptops China Connections: UK Degree, China Career - Career Pathways for STEM Graduates in Railway Industry
10:30am - 11:30am
Online
Hollysys, one of China's leading enterprises in rail industry, is hosting an exclusive online sharing session to help you explore career opportunities in China after graduation.
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.
Student talking to careers advisor Top Tips for using LinkedIn
11am - noon
Online
Our innovative ‘Top Tip’ sessions are designed to give you the confidence and tools to make your way successfully through the application and selection process.
Two people sat chatting outdoors Profit from your passion
noon - 1pm
Online
This session will show you how people are making money from the things they already know how to do, from creative skills and social media to organising, writing, editing, photography, gaming, fitness, and more. You’ll learn simple ways to get started
A student and staff member chat at a small table with a laptop Spotlight on Business & Finance
1pm - 3pm
Main Library, Wolfson Room
Come along to our dedicated drop ins to find out more about possible career paths in our listed sectors. We will share lots of useful resources, tips for finding opportunities, and the latest vacancies in the region and beyond.
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.
Two students look at a phone together Main Character Energy: Turning your story into your brand
noon - 1pm
Online
Discover how storytelling can help you communicate your skills, values and personality in a way that feels authentic and true to you.
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.
Student in careers fair Top Tips for CVs, Cover Letters and Applications
5pm - 6pm
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 24th June

Student holding a photo prop Video Content Creation Workshop: Build your brand through video
9:30am - 4:30pm
Employer Training Room (Room G30), Aston Webb Building
Want to share your idea or business but not sure how to show it on camera? This exclusive practical workshop will help you turn your ideas, skills or business into confident, professional video content using just your phone.
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 Opportunities and Overseas Talent Policies in Hangzhou
11am - 12:30pm
Online
Join us for a session with Ms Junqi Han, Director of the Hangzhou Global Youth Talent Centre, the local government-affiliated organisation supporting overseas returnees. The session will cover the favourable policies Hangzhou offers
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

Student using their phone Video Content Creation Workshop: Build your brand through video
9:30am - 4:30pm
JG Smith Building G08
Want to share your idea or business but not sure how to show it on camera? This exclusive practical workshop will help you turn your ideas, skills or business into confident, professional video content using just your phone.
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.
Student talking to careers advisor Top Tips for Interview and Assessment Centre Success
2pm - 3pm
Online
Regardless of whether you’re applying for internships, part time positions or graduate opportunities, come along to our interviews and assessment centres session to find out how to prepare, top tips for answering questions and what to keep in mind on
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