Class of 2024

Careers Network is here to support you now and into the future.

We know the transition into life beyond university can be daunting, so to help you get ready, we have tips, tricks and tools to get your career off to a great start.

Top 5 tips to boost your employability

Here are some top tips Careers Network recommends you explore to boost your employability as a recent graduate.

1. Register with Careers Network

If you are graduating in July 2024, please request a graduate account in Careers Connect.  This will allow you to browse graduate jobs and internships, book your place on an event or book a 1-1 careers appointment to discuss your next steps.

2. Check our latest online events programme

Our online programme of events and activities (see below) are tailored for you to develop your skills and enhance your professional network.

  • Top Tips for Interview and Assessment Centre Success
    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.
    Start Date: 11:00 Mon 25 Nov 2024
    End Date: 12:00 Mon 25 Nov 2024
    Online
  • Top Tips for Interview and Assessment Centre Success
    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.
    Start Date: 11:00 Tue 26 Nov 2024
    End Date: 12:00 Tue 26 Nov 2024
    Arts Building - Lecture Room 2
  • Top Tips for Job Searching
    Join our online session about job search techniques, websites, resources and what employers are looking for when recruiting.
    Start Date: 11:00 Thu 28 Nov 2024
    End Date: 12:00 Thu 28 Nov 2024
    Online
  • Top Tips for using LinkedIn
    Find out how to create your profile and learn top tips to get you ahead when using this social media tool in your job search.
    Start Date: 11:00 Fri 29 Nov 2024
    End Date: 12:00 Fri 29 Nov 2024
    Online
  • Top Tips for Creating a CV
    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.
    Start Date: 11:00 Mon 02 Dec 2024
    End Date: 12:00 Mon 02 Dec 2024
    Online
  • Top Tips for a successful Cover Letter
    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.
    Start Date: 10:00 Wed 04 Dec 2024
    End Date: 11:00 Wed 04 Dec 2024
    Online
  • Top Tips for Creating a Personal Statement
    Your personal statement is the key document when applying for further study, so make sure yours does you justice.
    Start Date: 11:00 Thu 05 Dec 2024
    End Date: 12:00 Thu 05 Dec 2024
    Online
  • Top Tips for Online Applications
    Information on why employers use online forms, how to prepare and some top tips for tackling the most common types of questions.
    Start Date: 11:00 Fri 06 Dec 2024
    End Date: 12:00 Fri 06 Dec 2024
    Online
  • Top Tips for Interview and Assessment Centre Success
    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.
    Start Date: 11:00 Mon 09 Dec 2024
    End Date: 12:00 Mon 09 Dec 2024
    Online
  • Top Tips for success at Assessment Centres
    Find out how to be successful at assessment centres and what kind of activities you may face.
    Start Date: 10:00 Wed 11 Dec 2024
    End Date: 11:00 Wed 11 Dec 2024
    Online

3. Careers Mentoring scheme

Apply for the Careers Mentoring scheme to help you crystallise your career goals and plan your next steps by learning from a professional working in an area of interest.

4. Free CV Checker and interview tools

Get instant feedback on your CV with our online tool ‘CV Checker’ and practice your interview technique online. Both of these can be access from the Digital Resources Hub.

5. Brum Alum LinkedIn group

Keep up to date by following us on Brum Alum LinkedIn group for the latest news, guidance and advice.

Further careers support

Access our graduate pathways and careers support for graduates web pages which have been designed to help, no matter where you are in your career journey.