30/10/23
- Interview Preparation Skills 12:00 – 13:00 – Online event
Different styles of interviews are used by different sectors, organisations and at different stages of the interview process. Join this session to find out about the type of interviews you might face with tips on how to prepare for and ace them - Using LinkedIn: Posting, networking & job searching 14:00 – 15:00 – Online event
How, what and when to post, how to grow your network, and use the job search functionality. If you’re new to LinkedIn and you’ve not yet attended ‘How to Get Started with LinkedIn’ you may want to begin there.
31/10/23
- How to plan your career 12:00 – 13:00 – Online event
Introduction to career planning in the 21st century. - CVs and Cover Letters 13:00 – 14:00 – Online event
Find out the essentials for CVs and cover letters, including trends, hints and tips. Don’t miss this – everyone should come! - Study Plus First Aid By Lee Hudson On Campus 18:00 – 20:00 – CNWsr2(24) – Cornwallis North West – C
Ever wondered what to do in a first aid situation? You want to help but you’re not sure how? Why not come along and join us to find out how you can respond to unexpected situations whilst ensuring your own and others safety!
01/11/23
- Study Plus – ASPIRE Week 3 – Spotting opportunities BC 2 – Spotting a Gap in the Market: How to Find a Business Idea in the Real World CANTERBURY – IN PERSON EVENT 10:00 – 15:00 – MBA Sibson – C
The Business Start-Up Journey is going out out! Join us for an extended practical workshop in Canterbury City Centre where we will work together to identify gaps in the market and create exciting new business solutions. - What Would a Professional Do? 11:00 – 13:00 – CNWsr5(30) – Cornwallis North West – C
In this workshop, we’ll use situations and scenarios to explore what professionalism really is, why it’s so valuable to your personal brand, and how you can develop yours. - Study Plus Canva 12:30 – 14:30 – Online event
An introduction to Canva - Getting the most from the Kent Law Fair 13:00 – 14:00 – KLT6 + live stream – Keynes College – C
Attending the Law Fair is an exciting opportunity to meet employers and find out about a range of legal career options. Join this session to find out how you can prepare for the day to get the most out of it - Commercial Awareness 14:00 – 15:00 – Online event
Graduate recruiters in all job sector expect you to have commercial awareness (it’s not just about commerce!) Find out why it’s important, how it’s tested and how to master this topic. - Study Plus – Cultural Intelligence (CQ) Workshop – Gold Programme 14:00 – 16:00 – JLT(119) – Jennison Building – C
Join us for this workshop about the importance of cultural intelligence in the global workplace. - Making Applications 15:00 – 16:00 – KLT6 + live stream – Keynes College – C
Making applications to graduate schemes, job roles, postgraduate study? Come to this session to discover how to create and submit engaging and targeted applications. - Finding a part-time job 16:00 – 17:00 – KLT6 + live stream – Keynes College – C
Thinking about finding a part time role? Come along to this session to find out what steps you can take to secure a part time role.
02/11/23
- Kent Law Fair 23 10:00 – 15:00 – Eliot Dining Hall, Eliot – C
Visit the Kent Law Fair with over 25 stands including Law Firms, Chambers and other legal organisations - Finding LGBTQ+ Inclusive employers 11:00 – 12:00 – Online event
What is an LGBTQ+-inclusive employer and how do I find one? - Experience an Assessment Centre 12:00 – 14:00 – KLT6(92) – Keynes College – C
You will be able to have a go at trying out real assessment centre exercises, with feedback and insight into what recruiters are looking for. A great way to increase self-awareness and confidence, and prepare you for the recruitment process
03/11/23
- What is a Graduate Scheme and how do I get one? 11:00 – 12:00 – Online event
Want to know more about what a graduate scheme is, what do they involve and hints and tips on how to get one - Study Plus Inclusive Careers: Imposter Syndrome – overcoming self-doubt and anxiety by Sal Pearman Online 13:30 – 15:00 – Online event
This workshop will demystify the truth behind Imposter Syndrome and will provide practical tools and techniques to accurately understand, communicate and celebrate our abilities. - Do something great – volunteer 14:00 – 15:00 – Online event
Interested in Volunteering? Come along to this session to find out how you can get more involved.
Keep up to date with all things Careers and Employability related using the links below:
- The Kent Careers Hub for jobs and opportunities, booking appointments and signing up to workshops and events.
- The Careers and Employability Website for information and resources including CVs, applications, interview preparations, and career research.
- Careers and Employability Instagram and LinkedIn for regular information and updates from CES.