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Interested in career mentoring? Taking applications NOW for Autumn 2022

By nc433 | 11 May 2022

Kent Career Mentoring 2022 is now open for applications! We are inviting current first and second year students, as well as students who will be … Read more

End of term event: Europe after the War in Ukraine

By nc433 | 22 March 2022

Join the School of Politics and International Relations end of term event where Hans Kundnani of Chatham House will discuss ‘The Future of Europe after … Read more

Want to work in the development sector?

By nc433 | 23 February 2022

Are you an undergraduate, graduate or young professional interested in kickstarting your career in International Development? Do you wish to pursue a career in policy, … Read more

Working in the Think Tank sector, is it for me?

By nc433 | 09 February 2022

Register for this event About this event Think tanks are research organisations that develop ideas on a whole range of subjects affecting society. They make … Read more

Interested in a career in a think tank?

By nc433 | 13 December 2021

Chatham House open day: Thinking about a career in a think tank? Join us at our Open Day event to find out what makes Chatham … Read more

How to make the most of your Christmas holidays!

By nc433 | 08 December 2021

As we approach the end of term, I’m sure many of you are looking forward to the Christmas break. We hope that you will enjoy … Read more

How to Start a Career in Policy and Think Tanks

By nc433 | 19 October 2021

On the 3rd November Smart Thinking will be hosting an interactive, online webinar looking at careers in policy and think tanks. This will be particularly … Read more

Alumni Careers Event with the POLIR Society

By nvl | 04 March 2021

The POLIR Society is bringing alumni back to university. Hear from a panel of 4 alumni speakers who will share the secrets of their career … Read more

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