10 ways to gain valuable experience despite the pandemic

The Careers Blog Securing much-needed internships and work experience in order to boost your CV and chances of securing a graduate job have always been competitive. Lockdown 3 is making things a real challenge, so what can you do to get some much-needed experience despite COVID? Most graduate recruiters will be understanding of the obstacles … More 10 ways to gain valuable experience despite the pandemic

Virtual Internships – Bright Network Internship Experience UK

With Bright Network recently relaunching their virtual internships for the Christmas period, I thought I should reflect on the ones I did over the summer. My summer was planned, with an internship at a prestigious firm in London. Then, the coronavirus pandemic hit and the firm moved their scheme online in a week when I … More Virtual Internships – Bright Network Internship Experience UK

Year Abroad – Make the most of the Opportunity

When I told people that I was going to Rio de Janeiro for my year abroad, I received a variety of reactions. Some were surprised, others were worried, and some were excited on my behalf.  Overall it wasn’t a positive. I was presented with scare stories and countless ‘but what if’s, which is not the … More Year Abroad – Make the most of the Opportunity

Boosting Your Employability

Firms want to recruit well-rounded individuals who have clearly developed relevant foundational skills. They will look at your participation in and experience of a range of activities across professional, academic and non-academic domains. If you only have academic experiences to demonstrate your competencies, this may not present you as a well-rounded individual and may suggest … More Boosting Your Employability