Unit nameCareers, Placement and Experience Centre

Headstart careers eventsAutumn 2013 | www.reading.ac.uk/careers/events

Wednesday 9 October, 1pm–1.50pm CV workshop for undergraduates*Bring your CV to this interactive session to gain invaluable feedback.

Monday 14 October, 1pm–1.50pm No career ideas*If you are confused about what’s the right career for you, this session is for you!

Tuesday 15 October, 1pm–1.50pm Job hunting made easy*The Careers Centre advertises 5000 vacancies each year – find out how to access these at this session.

Wednesday 16 October, 1pm–1.50pm Getting into teachingHow you can train to become a teacher, important deadlines not to be missed.

Thursday 17 October, 1pm–1.50pm Where are the jobs?Come to this session and find out where to find the hidden job market.

Wednesday 23 October, 1pm–1.50pm Successful application forms – hosted by PwCFind out from graduate recruiters what makes a good form stand out from others.

Friday 25 October, 1pm–1.50pm Get employable!*Find out about the RED Employability Award, UROP, RIS and STEP.

Monday 28 October, 1pm–2pm Psychometric tests – hosted by PwCTry this paper based test used by the major graduate recruiters.

Wednesday 30 October, 11am–3.00pm Careers and placement fairThis is the largest recruitment event of the year!

Thursday 31 October, 1pm–1.50pm International students: want to work in the UK after studying?Presented by the University Senior Immigration Advisor.

Friday 1 November, by appointment Mock interviews – hosted by PwCPrepare for the real thing! (Not just for careers with PwC).

Monday 4 November, 1pm–1.50pm Application forms in practiceTry out an online application form for a placement or graduate job with a Careers Adviser by your side.

Wednesday 6 November, 1pm–1.50pm Interview skills for the nervousHow to do well at interviews and how to keep those nerves under control!

Wednesday 6 November 2pm–4pm Law careers fairWant to know more about a career in law? This fair is open to all subjects and years.

Tuesday 12 November, 1pm–1.50pm Postgraduate studyFind out more about options, funding arrangements and when to apply.

Wednesday 13 November, 1pm–1.50pm Discover what makes you tick – MBTIThis session will use Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator in a light hearted and interactive session.

Wednesday 13 November, by appointment Mock interviews – hosted by IntelPrepare for the real thing! (Not just for careers with Intel).

Thursday 14 November, 1pm–1.50pm Assessment centres – hosted by Teach FirstFind out what Assessment Centres are, what can happen, and how to do well.

*These sessions are repeated throughout the term, please see website for times and dates. For queries, please email careerscentre@reading.ac.uk or telephone +44(0)118 378 8359

To see all the events please visit My Jobs Online, linked from our website: www.reading.ac.uk/careers/myjobsonline.asp

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