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Gain carbon literate certification from the Carbon Literacy Project – apply now!

By nc433 | 08 March 2023

Carbon Literacy Training Develop your knowledge of climate change and addressing the worldwide climate crisis by taking accredited Carbon Literacy Training here at the University … Read more

Government Economic Service Summer Scheme 2023 – now open!

By nc433 | 08 March 2023

The GES Summer Scheme 2023 application portal is now open! Applicants must submit their completed applications before 11:55 PM, Monday 20th March 2023. The Government … Read more

Employability Points – register for internships and rewards now!

By nc433 | 07 March 2023

Congratulations on a great year of point collecting! The deadline to log all of your employability points has now closed. If you have earned enough … Read more

ASPIRE workshops – How to be brilliant at networking: Weds 8th March

By nc433 | 06 March 2023

This week, our amazing guest will be Diana Robertson, a professional communication trainer, TEDx speaker and founder of Skillsme. We will focus on developing communication, … Read more

Paid work experience – Field Surveyor (bat surveys)

By nc433 | 06 March 2023

Would you like to gain experience within the ecological sector over the summer survey season? PJC Consultancy is looking for field surveyors to assist with … Read more

Environment Agency – diversity internship and graduate schemes

By nc433 | 06 March 2023

The Environment Agency is excited to announce that the Career Entry Programme 2023 is open for applications from 27 February for 3 weeks via the … Read more

Are you doing – or planning to do – an Economics Master’s?

By nc433 | 28 February 2023

Summer Intern, Economic Consulting, Cambridge/London (Start Date: Summer 2023) Are you interested in using economic theory and analytical thinking to solve everyday business and policy … Read more

Discover impactful careers at MI5, MI6 & GCHQ

By nc433 | 28 February 2023

Want to kick start your career with a fast-growing, world-leading agency? Looking for a place to earn while you learn and start a career you … Read more

Future Black Leaders Programme – McKinsey mentoring & work experience

By nc433 | 22 February 2023

Future Black Leaders Programme (FBLP). This programme offers talented first year students who self-identify as Black, the opportunity to receive mentorship from our colleagues, learn … Read more

Wildlife volunteer in South Africa – volunteer or apply for a scholarship

By nc433 | 21 February 2023

South African Wildlife experience An incredible opportunity to gain real world practical skills and experience relating to your academic studies and to enhance your career … Read more

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