Futures Fest 2014 Event Guide

EVENT GUIDE

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The NHS affects every individual, family and community in Scotland and we

aim to provide safe, effective and person-centred care. Our vision is that by

2020 everyone is able to live longer, healthier lives at home or in a homely

setting. Our mission is to improve the health of the people of Scotland and

we are putting people at the heart of everything we do.

To help us achieve our vision, we want to attract today!s best young talent to

deliver the improved services for tomorrow. We are looking for people who are

curious about what Scotland!s most highly regarded public service can offer them,

and who are excited by the vast opportunities that we can offer in both clinical

and non clinical careers.

The NHS is about more than doctors and nurses. We need accountants,

joiners, chefs, physiotherapists, database managers, software designers,

painters, dieticians, marketing experts, play workers, drivers, and so much more.

With more than 350 different careers on offer, there is a role for you no matter

what your interests, skills or quali" cations.

Interested in ! nding out more?

Come along and meet some of our Modern Apprentices, our Graduate

Trainees and training managers who will give you an insight on what

working for the NHS is all about.

See what is on offer now at https://jobs.scot.nhs.uk

For graduate opportunities see www.mts.scot.nhs.ukFor information on NHS Scotland www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/

One Vision, Many Voices.

When you join the team behind the UK’s leading home enhancement retailer, you’re helping to make every customer visit an inviting, inspiring and fulfillingjourney. And – when you’re ready – you’re also taking the first steps on anexciting journey of your own. This is where great retail careers get started.

Discover more about the fantastic rewards, training and career developmentopportunities at www.homebasecareers.com

Homebase is listed on The Sunday Times ‘Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For’ 2014.

We’ll help you create a career you love too.

You’ll helppeople createa home they love.


Welcome to Futures Fest 2014

4Futures Fest Floorplan

65 Reasons to Love Futures Fest 2014

8Meet our Exhibitors

12Guest Speakers

15Visit Our Interactive Workshop Zone

16�e Importance of Your Social Media Footprint

18Internships: �e Good, �e Bad & �e Pointless

19A Degree Is Not Enough

20�e Power of Posing

22Food Standards Agency in Scotland

24Take Time to Travel

265 Fast Ways To Boost Your CV Now

28Dress For Success with Topshop/Topman

29Make Your Career Dreams Come True

30�e Importance of So� Skills

For more details about Scotcampus and the Futures Fest contact Graeme Barratt | T 0141 221 6241 | E [email protected]

Within these 5 arches, you’ll �nd our exhibitors are friendly, our guest speakers are incredibly inspiring and our interactive workshops are not only informative but very engaging and fun too!

Whether you’re still at school, a recent university or college graduate or already on a career path that you’re just not sure of, you’re sure to �nd something to ignite a spark here at Futures Fest. With so many great opportunities available right here in Scotland, we’ve aimed to showcase the biggest and brightest industries which we think are most relevant to you in 2014. From media to engineering, food, drink and hospitality to graduate schemes, apprenticeships, internships and opportunities abroad, we’ve covered as many bases as possible to make sure you get the most from our event.

All we ask is that you arrive intrigued and leave inspired. Take control of your future and gather as much information and advice from our industry experts before you leave today. Bagging your dream career isn’t easy, but it isn’t impossible either.

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All fire alarm equipment to be fitted to BS 5839 Part 1 1988.

All emergency lighting equipment to be fitted to BS 5266 Part 1 1988.

FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT

Extinguisher (CO2) Fire Blanket

FINAL EXIT WIDTHS

Figures as agreed with Building Control.

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FD30 indicates 1/2 hour fire resistant door fitted with self closing mechanism.

FD60 indicates 1 hour fire resistant door fitted with self closing mechanism.

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All external approach stairs to comply with T2.4 and BS 5810:1979.

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Top landing to have a tactile surface to comply with T2.5.

Handrails to be provided to both sides of stairs to comply with T2.5 and BS 5810:1979.

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For details of all ventilation works refer to separate M&E drawings.

All new ventilation works to be in accordance with current CIBSE Guidelines.

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WT5 (60 Min) / 70mm studs@600ctrs / 12.5mm Duraline (1 per side)

WT6 (60 Min) / 146mm studs@600ctrs / 12.5mm Soundbloc (2 per side)

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All wall and ceiling finishes to public areas to be Class 1 flame spread finishes.

All wall and ceiling finishes to plant room and stair enclosures to be Class 0

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All new drainage to be connected to existing drainage systems all per the latest

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TEACH IN SCOTLAND

LEARNDIRECT

MGT TRAINING

SPRINGBOARD UK

SODEXO PRESTIGE

CORDIA (SERVICES) LLP

SCOTLAND FOOD & DRINK SKILLS ACADEMY

DIAGEO

FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY IN SCOTLAND

ROYAL NAVY RESERVE

NATIONWIDE

HOMEBASE

SCOTTISH DRAMA TRAINING NETWORK

GLASGOW CLYDE COLLEGE

CREATIVE & CULTURAL SKILLS

SKILLS DEVELOPMENT SCOTLAND

EDF ENERGY

KONGSBERG MARITIME

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KAPLAN FINANCIAL

FDM GROUP

GLASGOW COUNCIL ON ALCOHOL

CITB

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SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT - PROCUREMENT PEOPLE OF TOMORROW

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EXHIBITORS



Reasons To Love Futures Fest 2014Not Just Another Careers FairWe’ve all been to those boring, intimidating careers fairs right? You do a quick loop round the stands, grab your free pens or key rings and leave feeling a bit, well uninspired. We know. We’ve been. We fell asleep standing up. Let’s just say Futures Fest is the complete opposite. Our exhibi-tors are fun and friendly, our speakers are motivating and our venue is pretty cool.

18 Inspiring Guest Speakers Located within the 5 arches of our venue is our 100 seated auditorium. From 10.30am-3pm we have a strong schedule of seminars from Radio 1, Topshop, Bene�t, NHS, Mentorn Media, RAF, Diageo, Scottish Drama Training Network, Skills Development Scotland & more o�ering fantastic careers advice and tips.

Our Exhibitors Are FriendlyWe have over 50 exhibitors from key industries including Creative & Media, Energy & Engineering, Food, Drink & Hospitality, �e Armed Forces, Commercial Opportunities and Further Education. All of our exhibitors are happy to answer any questions you may have and you can even pass your CV to the top dogs of each company! Remember to be memorable, you may never get this chance again.

Interactive Workshop AreaGet involved! Take part in our con�dence boosting classes, get tips from Topshop/Topman on dressing for success, visit our CV Advice area, take a seat for our 5 minute Q&A sessions from industry leaders or learn more about the importance of your social media footprint.

One on One Careers Advice From �e ExpertsToo shy to ask questions during our seminars? Not to worry the Careers Service are here to o�er one on one advice. Whether you’re looking for tips on how to improve your CV or if you just want to know more about a speci�c industry, our experts will do their very best to assist you with any queries you may have.



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Adopt an Intern

adoptanintern.org.uk

Adopt an Intern connects Scotland's talented graduates with cross-sector organisations through project-based, paid internships in a variety of industries. All of our internships are speci� cally designed with graduates in mind, aiming to o� er one of the best ways into graduate level employment. We're about developing talent, not making tea!

Apprentices in Scotlandapprenticeshipsinscotland.com

Apprenticeships in Scotland is Scotland’s national vacancy handling service for youth opportunities. We are a web clever social enterprise project run by young people with the help of the Scottish careers community. Our aims are to create youth opportunities, stimulate the demand for Apprenticeships and bring employers and young people together in ways that work.

British Army army.mod.uk

Whatever your skills, interest or background, there's a job for you in the Army. With roles from HR specialists to plumbers to Infantry soldiers - and pretty much everything else in between - there will be something right for you. You can join full-time with the Regular Army or if you fancy doing something completely di� erent to your day job or maybe something that enhances it, you could join part-time with the Army Reserve. We're always recruiting for both.Search Army Jobs to � nd out more.

Childcare Management Group

childcaremanagementcompany.co.uk

At Childcare Management Company (CMC) we o� er a wide range of expert services and recruitment within the Early Years and Education sectors.

CIPScips.org

Procurement and supply management lies at the heart of business operations and impacts organisational health. CIPS o� ers a ‘one-stop shop’ for procurement and supply excellence in people, processes and performance. Organisations that employ CIPS quali� ed people, who also undertake Continuing Professional Development, can be con� dent that they have the necessary skills to manage supply chains e� ectively.

CITB citb.co.uk

CITB is a partnership between CITB, � e Construction Industry Council (CIC) and CITB-ConstructionSkills Northern Ireland.

We work with employers, training providers and others to provide a coordinated sector-based approach to skills and help the industry raise standards and provide the products and services employers need to increase their competitive edge

Converge Challengeconvergechallenge.com

Scotland's premier business competition brings together the most ambitious and creative thinkers from academia, research and business o� ering a top prize of £60,000! � e programme is open to sta� and students of all Scottish Universities and Research Institutes. We work with any idea, at any stage of the development process. Can you rise to the Challenge? Apply online by Friday 2nd May 2014.

Cordia

cordia.co.uk

Cordia are Scotland's largest provider of facilities management and home care services. Based in Glasgow, we have an annual turnover of £136M and we have a geographic service delivery covering all Scotland. Our Encore Hospitality Services is one of the UK’s leading catering companies with the skills and experience to deliver a memorable � ne dining experience for weddings, corporate events and more. Operating in iconic venues such as City Chambers, Kelvingrove Art Galleries and Museum, Old Fruitmarket and Riverside Museum but to name a few.

Creative & Cultural Skillsccskills.org.uk

Creative & Cultural Skills gives young people opportunities to work and learn in the creative industries. We want to ensure that employers bene� t from a skilled generation of talent and continue on a course of economic growth. Our network of industry and education supporters - the National Skills Academy for Creative & Cultural – is open to those who are committed to the provision of high quality creative education and training, apprenticeships and careers advice. Together, we’ve created over 3,000 Creative Apprenticeships in the UK since 2008, and we will deliver a further 6,500 jobs in the next two years.

Diageodiageo.com

Diageo is a global company, with its products sold in more than 180 countries around the world. “celebrating life every day, everywhere” is at the core of what we do. Scotland is one of Diageo’s largest spirit supply centres responsible for producing around 50 million cases of leading brands of Scotch whisky and white spirits annually. For more information about Diageo, its people, corporate responsibility and careers visit our website.

MEET OUR EXHIBITORS


EDFedfenergy.com

EDF Energy is one of the UK’s largest energy companies and its largest producer of low-carbon electricity. A wholly-owned subsidiary of the EDF Group, one of Europe's largest energy groups, we generate around one ��h of the UK's electricity and employ around 15,000 people. We supply electricity and gas to around 5.5 million residential and business customers, making us the biggest supplier of electricity by volume.

FDMfdmgroup.com/uk

FDM is an international IT services provider with a unique graduate programme and roles available for Business IT Consultants and Technical IT Consultants. We select and employ high-calibre candidates and a�er the initial training, our trainees progress to represent the company as FDM Consultants on one or more client assignments.

First Group�rstgroup.com

FirstGroup plc is the leading transport operator in the UK and North America. With revenues of more than £6.9 billion per annum and approximately 120,000 employees we transport more than 2.5 billion passengers every year.

Food Standards Agency in Scotlandfood.gov.uk

�e Food Standards Agency is an independent government department improving food standards, safety and nutrition in Scotland, and protecting people's health in relation to food. Everything we do re�ects our vision 'Safer food for the nation'. Jobs within the agency range from nutritionists to vets and meat hygiene inspectors to communications! When vacancies arise, these will be advertised on our website.

Glasgow Clyde Collegeglasgowclyde.ac.uk

Glasgow Clyde College is home to Scotland’s most exciting and well-respected creative courses. If it’s Acting, Art and Design, Dance, Fashion and Textiles, Graphic Design, Jewellery, Media, Music, Sound Production or Television, you’ll want to start your career with us. Formed in 2013 from the merger of Anniesland College, Cardonald College and Langside College, Glasgow Clyde College brings together 150 years of teaching expertise. We o�er full-time, part-time and evening courses from introductory to degree level, all delivered in a relaxed, friendly and modern environment. We look forward to welcoming you!

Glasgow Council on AlcoholGlasgow Council on Alcohol (GCA) was established in 1965. It was the �rst council of its kind in the UK and is the longest continuously operating. A�er some years similar councils were founded in Aberdeen, Dundee and Edinburgh and GCA became the inspiration for a network of Local Councils on Alcohol to be formed across Scotland. Today there are 32 Councils on Alcohol located throughout Scotland.

Homebasehomebase.co.uk

Homebase is the leading home enhancement retailer in the UK and Republic of Ireland. We’re also part of Home Retail Group, the UK’s top home and general merchandise retailer. Our sister brands within this close-knit group include Argos, Habitat and our �nancial services business. We’re recognised for increasingly high levels of choice, style and customer service. �rough our evolving store network, our mobile app and our website, we o�er over 38,000 products to 1.5 million customers every week. Did you know? Homebase was awarded a place in �e Sunday Times 25 Best Big Companies to Work For 2014.

Improve Scotlandimproveltd.co.uk

Improve provides the strategic overview for the food & drink manufacturing sector to help increase performance and productivity. Being partly government and partly self-funded, Improve is perfectly placed to be the voice of employers and government – articulating and championing the sector’s needs to government skills bodies, reporting back on government policy and how it a�ects the sector.

Jobs & Business Glasgowjbg.org.uk

Jobs & Business Glasgow support eligible Glasgow residents to create CVs, prepare for interviews, complete job applications, and to improve their chances of getting a job. Our range of training courses and workshops provide the opportunity to gain new skills and quali�cations, meet new people and improve con�dence and self-esteem. We also work closely with employers across the city so that our clients have direct access to the latest job opportunities.

Kaplan Financial �nancial.kaplan.co.uk

Kaplan, part of Kaplan, Inc is the UK’s leading global provider of diverse education and training. Programmes include professional accountancy and �nancial training, vocational quali�cations and Apprenticeships, �nancial markets, postgraduate and undergraduate degrees.

Kongsbergkongsberg.com

Kongsberg is a multi-national knowledge based group with more than 7,000 employees in 25+ countries. Supplying high technology systems and solutions to customers engaged in the oil & gas industry, the merchant marine industry and the defence and aerospace industries. Within the group, Kongsberg Maritime Ltd delivers innovative and reliable solutions and systems for o�shore marine, subsea and merchant marine.



KPMGkpmg.com

KPMG in the UK is a leading provider of professional services including audit, tax and advisory. As part of KPMG Europe LLP we are part of the largest integrated accounting �rm in Europe. KPMG in the UK has over 10,000 partners and sta� working in 22 o�ces and is part of a strong global network of member �rms. Our vision is simple - to turn knowledge into value for the bene�t of our clients, people and our capital markets.

learndirectlearndirect.com

Every day thousands of people up and down the country are learning new skills with learndirect. We are the UK’s largest provider of skills, training and employment services. We can help kick-start your career with a Modern Apprenticeship. �ey are completed on the job, so you get hands-on experience and real money. It’s a great way into lots of careers.

MGT Trainingmgttraining.com

MGT Training Ltd provides vocational training to the retail, leisure and tourism industries in Scotland. Michelle Batt and Patricia Middleton established MGT Training Ltd in 2004. As mothers with families of their own, they were convinced that e�ective vocational training depends on one-to-one engagement with and motivation of young people. Our sta� relates and contributes to trainees through personal example.

Nationwide nationwide.co.uk

Nationwide Building Society is the world’s largest building society, one the UK’s largest savings providers and a top-three provider of mortgages. With around 15 million members, Nationwide has a relationship with almost a quarter of the UK population. In the �rst half of 2013/2014 we helped 30,400 people buy their �rst home and made a strong underlying pro�t of £332 million. We’ve demonstrated, time and time again, that we’ll remain true to our core building society principles – helping people to save, helping them to buy their own homes and helping them to make the most of their money.

NHSjobs.scot.nhs.uk

Everyone knows the NHS and how important it is to each of us and our families. But have you thought about how important you may be to us? We are meeting the challenge of delivering world class care and are looking for the best talent to work with us. Come along and meet people who are already making a di�erence. We look forward to meeting you.

�e Professional Diving Academy professionaldivingacademy.com

�e Professional Diving Academy is leading the way in advanced commercial diver training techniques. Our certi�cation is recognised worldwide and provides exciting and lucrative global employment opportunities for our graduates. As one of the most modern diver training schools in the world, the PDA bene�ts from its unique position of being directly connected with the diving industry. Our sister company Shearwater Marine Services is one of the largest marine civil engineering diving companies in the UK, with two decades of contracting experience at an international level. It is because of this vital interface with the diving world that the PDA has been able to develop a comprehensive diver training program which we feel is unmatched by any other training organisation. So why not tap into our unique wealth of background knowledge and experience if you have a passion for diving into an exciting new career.

Procurement People of Tomorrowcityofglasgowcollege.ac.uk/commercial/ procurement

Endorsed by the Deputy First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, at the National Procurement Conference in October 2013, �e Procurement People of Tomorrow (PPoT) initiative is a Scottish Government and Academia-led initiative to build and sustain our own talent pool, backed by the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply and supported by public and private sectors. It focuses on engaging with young people and designing a range of �exible academic and vocational pathways for them to build their skills and enter the profession. Future Fest is a great opportunity to help raise awareness of procurement and supply chain as a career of choice and a fantastic platform to �nd young talent for Modern Apprenticeship and Graduate programmes.

Progressio progressio.org.uk

Progressio ICS o�ers 18 to 25 year olds the opportunity to volunteer in El Salvador, Honduras, Malawi, Nicaragua or Zimbabwe for 10 weeks, supporting local communities to overcome the barriers keeping them in poverty. �is is government funded and open to all. Come and meet us to �nd out more!

QA Apprenticeships apprenticeships.qa.com

QA Apprenticeships is a multi-award winning provider of IT and business services apprenticeships rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. QA’s programme won Apprenticeship Programme of the Year 2012, 2013 and 2014. 94% of QA Apprentices secure permanent jobs at the end of their IT apprenticeship. In the last year QA has trained over 1,700 apprentices and created over 1,000 new jobs for the UK’s young people.Visit www.qa.com/apprenticeships to �nd out more!


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� e Royal Air Force’s vision is to be an agile, responsive and candidate-focussed organisation that attracts, recruits and selects the best people from across society into one of our 57 di� erent careers to meet the RAF Regular and Reserve requirements. Our aim is to promote the opportunities for not just careers, but for the travel, sport, personal and professional development prospects that the Service o� ers.

Royal Naval Reserve royalnavy.mod.uk/navyreserves

Royal Naval Reserve is the part time element of the Royal Navy. � e force is around 2,300 strong and HMS DALRIADA in Glasgow is the home of the RNR in the West of Scotland. Sailors from DALRIADA regularly train alongside their regular colleagues and get paid the same daily rate. If you achieve 24 days annually and you get a Tax free bounty up to £1600. We’ll be talking about opportunities with DALRIADA (recruiting now) and our open evenings on the last Wednesday of every month.

SAE Institutesae.edu

SAE Institute was founded in 1976 by Dr Tom Misner in Sydney, Australia o� ering post-secondary courses in audio engineering. SAE Institute has since grown to become the world’s largest practical creative media educator with � � y-four campuses in twenty-six countries and an expanded course portfolio in creative media technologies with a strong tradition of practical application and industry recognition.

In the UK, SAE Institute has four campuses in London, Liverpool, Glasgow and the world headquarters in Oxford. � e Glasgow campus opened in 1990 and has since established itself as a premier training facility for audio and digital � lmmaking creatives with a strong reputation in the industry.

Scotland Food and Drink Skills Academysfd-skillsacademy.co.uk

More than ever before a focus on skills development will be crucial in determining which companies succeed in the competitive sector that is food and drink. It is essential therefore that � e Skills Academy delivers the support the industry needs in terms of in� uencing Government policy, developing new training initiatives, increasing our stakeholder partnerships and promoting best practice.

Scot Grad scotgrad.co.uk

ScotGrad –Graduate Placements for Growing Businesses, aims to provide an enhanced graduate and student placement service for Scotland. We provide opportunities for those looking to build a future career and help graduates get that crucial, initial, graduate-level work experience, whilst providing Scottish companies and social enterprises with the talent and skills they need to thrive and grow.

� e Scottish Drama Training Network

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� e Scottish Drama Training Network aims to promote, support and enhance practical drama training in Scotland. Based at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in Glasgow, the SDTN is a network of 11 colleges and 5 higher education institutions from across Scotland which o� er training in Acting, Musical � eatre, Television, Film, Technical � eatre Skills and Radio.

Scottish Institute for Enterprise (SIE)sie.ac.uk

� e Scottish Institute for Enterprise (SIE) is the national organisation for supporting enterprise and entrepreneurship in Scotland's universities and colleges. For over 10 years SIE has helped students discover enterprise and unlock their potential through competitions, workshops, one-to-one business support and national events.

Skills Development Scotland myworldofwork.co.uk

On myworldofwork.co.uk you can � nd out which careers suit you and start planning your next steps: � nd out what you’re good at, see jobs in action, search for training and job opportunities, build CVs, get interview tips and much more!

Springboard UKspringboard.uk.net

Promoting Hospitality, leisure and tourism as a great place to work and providing specialist services to businesses to attract talent and support HR and CSR priorities.

Sodexo

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Our positioning in the services industry is original and unique. It is what makes our brand di� erent. In combining the diverse talents of our teams, Sodexo is the only company to integrate a complete o� er of innovative services, based on over 100 professions.

Target Jobstargetjobs.co.uk

Ready to hunt for graduate schemes and internships? We've got vacan-cies aplenty, great advice and top tips on employers to help you get hired.

Teach in Scotland teachinginscotland.com

Teach in Scotland provides helpful advice and guidance on entry requirements to those (graduates, students, general public) who are interested in becoming a Primary or Secondary school teacher in Scotland’s schools.



Meet Our guest speakersFutures Fest 2014 features 18 guests speaking about the range of careers available in their companies and the paths they took that led to their current jobs. In these half hourly sessions they'll also be on hand to answer any questions and make sure you have all of the information you want. Here's a brief overview of our guests and when you can hear them:

Scottish Drama Training Network 10:30am - 11am Rachel Robinson will be talking about ways to improve the creative chances of gaining careers available to students and teachers of practical drama in Scotland.

Mentorn Media 11am - 11:30am Amanda McGlynn from Mentorn Media will be on hand to provide an overview of working in a modern television environment. Having spent over 15 years in current a�airs and factual television, she's encountered some exciting and o�en di�cult challenges. With lots of graduates hoping to work in the media, it helps to know a little bit about how it all works and she'll be happy to help with some good advice.

Skills Development Scotland 11:30am - 12pm Skills Development Scotland will be focusing on myworldofwork.co.uk, which can help you get into the career you want. You can �nd out what you’re good at and which careers suit you, hear from people working in areas that interest you and from employers creating the jobs of the future.

Isolated Heroes 12pm - 12:30pm If you're interested in a career in fashion, Isolated Heroes will provide an insight into how the fashion industry works from a small brand's perspective and advice on how to break into the industry.

Diageo 12:30pm - 1pm Diageo Scotland employs 4,000 people and are passionate about discovering new talent. �ey’re looking for people bursting with real energy and �air to join them via their apprenticeships, internships, graduate programmes and direct entry jobs. Come and hear more about what they are looking for when they recruit the best people. Hear what it’s like to work for Diageo from the people who know best: the employees.

Bene�t 1pm - 1:30pm Bene�t's Claire McKinley will be focussing on her journey from college to Bene�t, the promotions that came along the way and what her role involved through these ranks.

Improve Scotland 1:30pm - 2pm Improve Scotland are here to talk about building a career in the Food, Drink & Hospitality industry.

Procurement 2pm - 2:30pm Head of Scottish Procurement Policy and Strategy, Nikki Bell will take us through what procurement and supply chain is really all about; why this is a fantastic time to get in to profession; the reasons why you should consider it as a career option of choice; and sharing some real life experiences of the job.

Professional Diving Academy 2:30pm - 3pm If a career in Oil, Gas or Engineering interests you, the Professional Diving Academy will be delivering a talk on how to start your career.

Tuesday 18th March wednesday 19th MarchScotgrad 10:30am - 11am ScotGrad will be taking us through an overview of the ScotGrad placements programme and what it can o�er Scotland’s recent graduates.

NHS 11am - 11:30am Everyone knows the NHS and how important it is to each of us and our families. But have you thought about how important you may be to them? NHS are meeting the challenge of delivering world class care and are looking for the best talent to work with us. Come along and meet people who are already making a di�erence.

Character Scotland 11:30am - 12pm Character Scotland's Gary Walsh will be looking at character, values and employment. He will be addressing questions such as: What is character? What character attributes are employers looking for? How can you focus more on character and values?

Radio 1 12pm - 12:30pm BBC Radio 1 Producer Lee-ann Howieson will be talking about her unconventional route into radio, her day to day job and advice on how to get into the industry.

Topshop 12:30pm - 1pm Topshop will be focusing on advice on how to secure a job with its parent company the Arcadia Group.

Native Publishing 1pm - 1:30pm Yvonne McLellan from Native Publishing will be covering her journey within the music industry from starting o� as an intern at Sony ATV Publishing and education to working with labels such as Island Records, V2 Music, Rawkus Records to running her own record shop and being a lecturer in music business.

Royal Navy 1:30pm - 2pm Royal Naval Reserve is the part time element of the Royal Navy. �e force is around 2,300 strong and HMS DALRIADA in Glasgow is the home of the RNR in the West of Scotland. Sailors from DALRIADA regularly train alongside their regular colleagues and get paid the same daily rate. Hear more about opportunities with DALRIADA (recruiting now) and open evenings.

RAF 2pm - 2:30pm Flight Lieutenant Sam Warren will talk about the range of jobs and careers within the RAF that aren’t very well known, explaining that only 7% of the RAF actually �y.

Progressio 2:30pm - 3pm Rozalyn Wilson from Progressio will be discussing what Progressio is and exactly what they do to help people around the world, her own experiences of volunteering overseas and how you can do the same.

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IT, business and sales apprenticeship provider - will be holding a Q&A session for anyone looking to �nd out more about apprenticeships. Speak to professional sta� and current QA Apprentices about their experiences and get free information, advice and guidance about apprenticeships.

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One on One Careers AdviceToo shy to ask questions during our seminars? Not to worry the Careers Service are here to o�er one on one advice. Whether you’re looking for tips on how to improve your CV or if you just want to know more about a speci�c industry, our experts will do their very best to assist you with any queries you may have.

Visit our Interactive Workshop Zone

Con�dence Building ClassesCon�dence really is the key when it comes to job interviews. Sweaty palms, �dgety hands, a trembling voice – sounds famil-iar? Gary Walsh from Character Scotland will o�er advice and tips on projecting con�dence in stressful situations.

Considering Your Social Media FootprintYou may have the most impressive CV of the bunch but if a quick search on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram reveals embar-rassing or o�ensive posts, your potential employer isn’t going to be happy and your application will most likely be binned. Be aware of your social media footprint and get tips on how to use your social media pages to your advantage when job searching.

Dress to ImpressSo you’ve applied for your dream job and been invited for an interview. Of course you have to know your stu� but you also have to look the part. Fix up and look sharp with a little help from Topshop/Topman Personal Stylists!



1. Follow �e Right PeopleDo you really need to know what Peter Andre was having for lunch the other day? Don’t clog up your newsfeed with useless updates it’ll only cause you to waste time whilst job hunting. If you’re interested in a business, follow them. �is is an easy way to keep up to date with what they’ve been up to and allows you to interact with them.

2. Revise Your Social Media DescriptionsDouble check the security settings on your page and �nd out what others can see when searching your name online. Make visible your education and employment history as well as any relevant interests or links to blogs you follow. Hide or delete photographs you’re not proud of and any inappropriate posts.

3. Keep An Eye On Your FriendsSometimes social media embarrassment isn’t caused by what you write – it could be something one of your friends posts on your page. Enable the function which allows you to check all content before it’s posted onto your wall. Don’t let your friends ruin your reputation.

4. Keep Your CoolShow your interest in topical content without being over opin-ionated. It’s great to show you’re up to date with current events but just remember everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Being slightly forceful with your thoughts online can come across as arrogant and could put o� potential employers.

5. Create a LinkedIn account LinkedIn is used to help connect professionals, encourage collaboration and help people �nd the sta� and jobs they’re looking for. It also allows you to view the people who have been looking at your pro�le and this is a great way of gauging whether prospective recruiters are interested in you. Keep your page up to date and don’t be shy when it comes to linking in with others.

Before the explosion of social media, recruiters would look at your cover letter and CV before moving onto the interview stage. Now all it takes is a quick name search on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram before they get to know the real you. Make sure you clean up your act and present the best possible version of yourself online before applying for your desired career. Don’t let that drunken photo from last weekend jeopardise your chances, bin it and follow our 5 tips to boost your online pro�le.

The Importance of Your Social Media Footprint5 Ways to Boost Your Online Profile


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YOU’LL FULFIL YOUR POTENTIAL.TOGETHER WE’LL REDEFINE ENERGY.Exceptional opportunities for Graduates and Interns from a wide range of disciplines.It’s time to make a difference and feel good about it. To apply fresh thinking and see your ideas in action. To define the UK energy industry for generations to come. Perhaps you’re up for the engineering challenge of building our nuclear future. Or maybe the commercial, logistical and human aspects of managing a fast-growing business are more your thing. Whichever route you choose, expect a rewarding journey with EDF Energy.

Find out more at edfenergy.com/graduates



DO your research. Make sure you know about the company, how they work and who to impress.

DO ask for feedback. Set objectives for yourself and review your progress by asking for constructive criticism from members of sta�.

DO become a member of the team. Speak up during meetings and brainstorming sessions if you feel like you have something to add. Being con�dent will make you more memorable.

DON’T worry if you feel nervous on your �rst day. It’s all about identifying how the business works and establishing relationships with colleagues, this won’t happen overnight.

DON’T waste the opportunity. Don’t allow yourself to be underused, if you’re looking for something else to do, ask! Don’t sit on Facebook and count the minutes until lunch.

DON’T stay in your comfort zone. Learn as many new things as you can and if you’re confused or struggling at any point ask for help.

NEVER let anyone take advantage of you. Never agree to doing menial tasks like licking envelopes for hours or cleaning out dirty cupboards. Your time is better spent elsewhere.

NEVER leave without getting valuable names and contact details. �is is your chance to stay in touch and add to your CV references.

Internships�e Good, �e Bad & �e Pointless

As we all know, securing a full time job is no easy task. In a number of industries, having experience in relevant �elds is essential to getting a job. �e best internships will provide you with a real insight into the dynamics of the business whilst giving you an opportunity to gain transferable skills, network and boost your CV. But beware of the pointless ones too. If you �nd yourself licking envelopes and going on lunch runs, chances are your time could be better spent elsewhere. Help yourself to some of our handy tips:

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Here's how:Clubs and SocietiesMost institutions will have a whole array of student-run extra-curricular activities. �e University of Glasgow alone has over 200. Maybe you want to play a sport that you never could at school (water-polo, anyone?) or get your thespian on in student theatre. If your college does not o�er what you want, set up your own society. ‘Self-starting’ is a buzzword for employers, plus you get to do things on your own terms.

InternshipsIf you already have a career path in mind, internships are an op-portunity to get skills while you still have the spare time. �ink of it as being paid in experience. Contact your local paper, law �rm or hospital and see if they will take you on over the Easter break. If you impress, you never know where a placement might take you in future.

VolunteeringEven if your student loan doesn’t allow you to donate huge sums in aid, your time and energy can be just as valuable to charities. Help people in need by training to be a Samaritan. Organise a fundraiser like an Oxjam Music Festival event by being organ-ised and creative. Or put in a few hours weekly at the SSPCA. Good for the conscience and the CV.

Part-time workNot everyone can a�ord to invest their non-study time in unpaid endeavours. A part-time job need not set you back. �ink about how you can make the most of your shi�s. Does the company o�er on-the-job training and promotion? What transferable skills have you learned? (N.B. Making barista-level co�ee might be exactly what makes you popular in an o�ce.)

Supplement your studies or try something completely di�erent - either way, Carpe Diem!

A Degree is Not Enough - Network, Network, Networkby Ellen MacAskill

So you work hard at school. You trawl through prospectuses. You get into higher education, do some studying, and in four years you are ready for the job market. Right? Wrong. Sorry to sound pessimistic, but today a degree alone will not cut it.

University is your time for transition and growth. As Lena Dun-ham once put it, your main job is to “be yourself ”. Networking with peers and professionals will help you get your foot in the door. Make memorable connections. A�er all, it is about who you know. Gain experience, learn new skills and build up an impressive CV.



by Kirsty Fraser

Fake it until you make it may sound like the most stupid advice anyone could ever give to someone hoping to pin down their dream role, but it could be the best advice you ever get.

When social psychologist Amy Cuddy presented her 18 minute Ted Talk - Your Body Language Shapes Who You Are - to an Edinburgh audience back in 2012 it caused many, quite literally, to sit up and pay attention.

What Is It?Alongside her partner in the study, Dana Carney, Cuddy set up an experiment focusing on non-verbal expressions of power and how they a� ect people’s behaviours and hormone levels. � e talk focused on showing that ‘faking’ certain poses associated with dominance and power or ‘power posing’ just before stressful situations - such as job interviews - tends to make individuals perform much better than if they adopted ‘low power poses’.

� e Science BitIt works by increasing testosterone levels in the body. By adopting a pose related to dominance our bodies instinctively react by releasing endorphins, making us take greater risks. Furthermore, cortisol levels - usually released during stress - are shown to decrease.

When Should I Do It?Anytime you’re feeling under pressure, stressed or nervous take two minutes and go away to a quiet space - a bathroom cubicle would work. Once you’ve found a quiet spot, adopt one of the ‘power poses’.

What Not To DoStay away from any pose which makes you shrink into the background, curling up or hunching over will have the opposite e� ect.

Have FunNot only is it scienti� cally proven to work but it’s also a bit of a laugh too. When was the last time an adult genuinely told you that pretending to be Superman could be bene� cial to your career? � is is advice you should de� nitely take.

The Power of Posing (and how it could help you land your dream job)

What Are The Poses?� e Pride Pose� ink Usain Bolt crossing the � nishing line at the Olympics, arms spread wide in dominance.

� e Superhero Pose� ink Superman or Wonder Woman. Hands on the hips with legs spread evenly.

� e Chairman PoseSit with your legs up on a desk or table in front of you and hands behind your head as if you were the chairman of a company that’s just made its � rst million.


A fresh new alternative to the traditional university experienceFor Sophie, all doubts were put to rest on her first day at work. “Walking into the KPMG building, realising this is where I work, and getting involved in the business side of life when you’re 18. That’s exciting!”

Sophie is one of a growing pool of talent who didn’t have to choose between starting a career or going to university straight after their A-Levels or Scottish Highers. Because KPMG’s School and College Leaver Programme is something that allowed her to do both, which appealed to her straightaway.

“I didn’t know anything about accountancy or being an accountant. But as soon as I started looking into it, I found it was a lot more interesting than what the stereotype says.”

Unlike typical school leavers’ options such as apprenticeships, KPMG’s programme actually gives young people like Sophie the opportunity to get a university degree at one of England’s top universities – Durham University Business School, the University of Birmingham or the University of Exeter – as well as have all their tuition and accommodation fees paid for, and start their business careers right away – all without building up huge student tuition fees and accommodation debt.

Of course, going straight into work is a big decision for anyone to make.

“I was definitely worried about moving out of home to go to London”, says Sophie. “That’s terribly daunting when you’re 18 – but there’s loads of support available to you. Plus, there’s always a long-term goal to reach, so every day you feel like you’re working towards something.”

The programme isn’t just about getting a foot in the door. It aims to serve as a foundation for young people to develop the skills to build a successful future, exposing them to a range of different businesses from day one.

“The most important thing I’ve learned so far is how different the business world is from the school world. It’s not like homework that you can just redo if it isn’t right – you have to go out of your way to ask questions if you’re not sure on something. Everything you do matters – you have real responsibility.

I know it isn’t for everyone, but if you’re worried about uni fees, know what you want to do and are keen to get started in your career, it’s definitely an option.”

“And”, she adds, “wearing a suit every day and getting off the tube at Canary Wharf is pretty exciting!”

To find out more about KPMG’s School and College Leaver Programme, visit: kpmgcareers.co.uk/school-leavers

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Gap years, student exchange programmes and seasons abroad have become increasingly popular with students over the years, and while it’s a fun experience, it can also help you to further your career. Employers are not just �xated on whether or not you have a degree, but also how much work and life experience you can bring to their company. From Camp America to teaching English in a foreign country, there are hundreds of opportunities for you to gain the experience you need to boost your career. We talked to students, Megan Duncan and Katie Wilson who have both taken time to travel:

What did you do abroad and for how long?Megan: I went abroad to Au Pair for an Italian family in San Martino Buon Albergo for a little under 4 months. I was there to teach English to the two children aged 11 and 9, working from 9am until 2pm, with a�ernoons and weekends free to travel and explore. I was lucky enough to be able to spend my weekends visiting various cities, meeting people, living with locals and seeing all the sights. �e family treated me like one of their own and we still keep in touch.

Was the expense of travelling worth it?Megan: �e experience was 100% worth it

- I met so many amazing people from all over the world that I still keep in touch with, learnt so much about the culture, saw so many sights and got an amazing sun tan - what more can you ask for!

Katie: It’s pretty expensive, and almost impossible to stick to a budget unless you don't want to do any activities (the best part). It’s true that travelling is a once in a lifetime opportunity so unless you have saved up and are willing to spend you won't get the most out of it. I seen some of the most amazing sights from Machu Picchu to Bondi Beach, I surfed in some of the nicest oceans, explored wildlife in Austrailia, climbed Mountains in New Zealand, visited jungles in Asia and so much more!

How has the experience helped you in life?Megan: Italy made me grow up and realise that you can really go out and do anything you put your mind to. I learned that spontaneity and trust are two of the most bene�cial things. I was able to communicate with people despite the initial language barrier, to be self-su�cient, and grow in con�dence in general. When I �rst told people I was going they thought I was crazy to live with strangers but a stranger is simply a friend you don’t know yet- I know a little naive in some contexts but as long as you do your research and are sensible about it then I think that applies.

Katie: Yes, I would say it has helped me. I met so many people, was introduced to di�erent cultures, tried di�erent foods, seen so many sights. Some experiences I liked and some I didn't but everyone

I am grateful for. It taught me so much and I feel I learned a lot about myself, how I want to live my life and where I want to be – CANADA! Even some of the negative experiences like witnessing the poverty of the people in Cambodia or the orphans in Fiji can be bene�cial. I was able to volunteer and now I am aware of these conditions, not just through the news but �rst hand, and I want to continue to help these people. �e experience of travelling has greatly helped me in life and it continues to help me in making decisions in the next stage of my life.

What would you say to other students considering travelling?Megan: DO IT! Travelling and learning about other cultures can easily in�uence your work and mind set when it comes to university. Don’t always think about travelling as a holiday but as a tool to further your life experience that will no doubt in�uence your decisions a�er you graduate. For myself, I think I discovered that travelling is a true passion of mine and something that I hope to shape my degree and quali�cation around, rather than revolving my interests around my degree and working life; so go out, explore, and �nd something beyond what university can give you!

Katie: I would say go for it! Yes it’s expensive but so is going to Ibiza or T in the Park and you get far more out of world travelling. Memories and experiences that you will remember and that will help you throughout your life. Trust me it’s a worthwhile investment!

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1. PresentationA structured CV with a simple layout on crisp A4 paper re�ects a well-presented employee. It’s the simple things such as folding the paper neatly and putting it in a clean envelope that can make the di�erence - if you’re as well-suited for the job as other applicants but the CV is crumpled or dirty, it could put you out the game. �ere are lots of free CV templates available online to download.

2. Make it RelevantAdapt your CV to suit the role. Don’t be lazy - write the position you’re applying for underneath the title and include suitable experience that relates to the job.

3. Include the BasicsAll CVs should include personal contact information, quali�cations, work experience/skills and references. �ese can be bullet-pointed - be clear and concise. Don’t wa�e on about your love of yoga or reading, use this space to include useful skills relevant to the role.

4. Sell Yourself

Use positive language throughout your CV and showcase your skills. Don’t boast but be con�dent about your abilities and describe why past experiences have developed your work ethic. A ‘can-do’ attitude is completely necessary and make yourself diverse in the personal interest section. For example, if you enjoy going to the cinema - what genre interests you most? If you go running - what was the last 10K you completed? Give the employer a feel for who you are.

5. Keep It Up to DateAlways list your work history beginning with your most recent experience. Include recent volunteering opportunities or new projects you’re working on - show the employer that you enjoy being busy.

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Dress for Success with Topshop/topmanOn Wednesday 19th March Topshop / Topman will be hosting a dress to impress space here at Futures Fest. Visit the workshop zone and speak to their specialised personal shopping team and be inspired by their funky work wardrobe styles and products on display. Find out how to create the perfect interview out�t, what makes key items essential work wear staples and how to turn a look from daytime smart to a fun night out. Dull and boring work attire is a thing of the past - be a fashion lover and a business professional - the worlds you oyster.

Topshop / Topman will also be gi�ing one lucky Futures Fest attendee the chance to experience a bespoke dress to impress appointment at their newly refurbished personal shopping suite in their brand new look Argyle St store launching on �ursday the 17th of April. Your appointment will be compete with complimentary cupcakes and refreshments and £50 towards their perfect interview out�t. Simply come along to the Topshop/Topman Futures Fest seminar at 12.30pm on the 19th of March for your chance to win. Good Luck!


Do you think your career dreams are unrealistic? Are you considering a dead-end graduate job for the sake of ‘making money’? Studying accountancy but dream of working for Vogue? In our contemporary education system, the pressure to choose a higher education course is thrust upon us at a young age. Being young is coupled with impulsive decisions and that includes lots opting for courses that seem to be the ‘sensible’ option or sometimes, just the wrong course altogether. Unfortunately, many of us don’t realise our o�-kilter choices until we’re actually halfway through our course and think it’s too late. News�ash: it isn’t too late and the only person who can turn it around is YOU.

1. Dream BigCliché yes - but ‘if your dreams don’t scare you, then they aren’t big enough’. If you spend your lectures daydreaming, good for you. Visualise your dreams to make them happen and be inspired. Research your chosen career no matter how far-fetched it may be, it’s better to try and fail than to not try at all - that way you’ll have no regrets.

2. Get ExperienceGetting a degree is CV gold but

employers want more. Jam-pack your diary with as many opportunities as possible - volunteer, join a society and dra� applications for as many internships and work experience opportunities as possible. If you are seeking work experience unrelated to your degree, be honest in your cover letter and explain you’ve realised you might have made the wrong education choices. �ere is a chance that employers will be understanding and eager to take on passionate individuals - they will want to showcase their industry to fresh open minds regardless of their study choices.

3. Brush Up Your People SkillsTo secure the experience you desire, it’s important to have a good front during interviews and phone calls. We’re all human beings - speaking to a panel of established business-leaders is daunting but they were in your position once. Know your subject and know yourself, if you have a natural passion for something, situations like this should be e�ortless. Be polite and hold eye contact (although you don’t want employers to think you’re trying to hypnotise them).

4. I hate what I’m doing - HELPIf your course is tedious and you’ve already passed the midway point, do not fret - act now. Most Universities/Colleges

have a helpful careers department who will happily discuss your options. �ink about what it is you’re really passionate about and apply for work experience. If your degree doesn’t specialise in the career you want, make sure your work experience does. If it’s still early days, don’t be afraid of dropping out. It takes a strong person to realise they have made a wrong choice and to do something about it.

5. Don’t Be In�uencedA lot of students hold back from pursuing their dreams because of pushy parents and clingy other halves. Some unfortunate students are forced into degrees they don’t want to do because their parents pay for their education and will only allow their children to study subjects that they deem acceptable. In this case, get through your degree and keep in mind that once you have graduated - the world is yours. You are free to start making your own money and choose your career path. Relationships should take a backseat when it comes to making life choices, don’t let anyone hold you back and if it means living in di�erent cities (or countries) to jump start your dream career then let it be. Be sel�sh - your sole commitment at this stage should be to yourself and if you have a strong relationship, you’ll make it work.

Make Your Career Dreams Come Trueby Katy McLaughlin


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The Importance of Soft SkillsSo you've updated your CV with all the quali� cations and courses you think you need, you've written a covering letter that sells you even more, and you're invited to interview.It's a foot in the door, sure, but let's think about what else you need to bag your dream job. So� skills are o� en overlooked but they could be the only di� erence between you and the next person through the door. To put it simply, so� skills are what leaves employers with a general impression of what you're like. You might be the most highly quali� ed person in the world but you won't get anywhere if people don't like you.

We all know � rst impressions count, so try to make good ones.

Turn up on time.� is is the easiest one. If you're late to your interview it gets people's backs up immediately, the same way it's a pain waiting for your friend who somehow always manages to miss the bus. Don't make your potential employer wait around for you.

Dress appropriately.And by this I don't just mean smart. I mean appropriate. For my last o� ce interview I wore a suit because I knew everyone there wore suits. For my previous retail job I tailored a more casual out� t to match their brand colours. Put a bit of thought into your out� t and it'll be clear you've made an e� ort.

Be polite.Massive tip - be super polite. Politer than you would be to your partner's parents, even. It's a simple, subtle way to make people like you. I once heard a story about a man who kept his earphones in during a job interview. Needless to say, this is not polite and he didn't get the job.

Be enthusiastic.Not about getting the job, but about the job itself. Of course the paycheck is a massive incentive, but that's not what the boss wants to hear. � ey want to know why it should be you they hire, not someone else, and if you can show genuine enthusiasm for the job you'll tick the right box. It shows you'll engage with the work and an engaged worker is a better worker.

I once turned up to a job interview � ve hours late, rain-soaked and annoyed (I'd gotten horribly lost), and I still got the job. I credit this to the fact that I was polite (apologising profusely), friendly, compassionate, and determined. Of course if I could have done that interview again I probably would have, but it's evidence enough that so� skills can play a massive part in winning you a job.

Good luck!

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but you won't get anywhere if

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