Whether you’re a first year looking to boost your CV or a final year looking for a graduate position this summer, our workshops are a great way to get help and advice from a Careers Adviser.
To book your place on these events please log in to Target Connect (using your KentID and password) and select Calender view under the Events tab. Find Target Connect here: https:careers.kent.ac.uk
Friday 29 January 12.00-13.00 M2-04
Postgraduate study options
The Careers and Employability Service will give an overview of postgraduate study options including applications and funding.
Thursday 4 February 12.00-13.00 DA103
CV bootcamp: how to create a high impact CV
This workshop will help you to recognise different CV styles and teach you how to target your CV effectively and market yourself and your skills on paper.
Wednesday 10 February 12.15-12.45 CT202
Bite-size application forms
Get to grips with job applications. Learn to master the STAR approach, find out how to beat applicant tracking systems and get your applications noticed by employers.
Wednesday 17 February 12.00-16.30 G0-06
Extended drop-in
No appointment necessary – just bring your CV along to get feedback from a careers adviser.
Wednesday 24 February 10.00-12.00 PK017
Mock assessment centre
Assessment centres are used by many employers as part of their recruitment processes. This workshop will give you tips on how to succeed at assessment centres. You will then complete a mock assessment centre exercise so that you can practise and receive feedback.
Thursday 3 March 12.00-13.00 DA103
Interview skills
Tips on face-to-face, telephone and online interviews. Have a go at a practice interview in a safe environment. Overcome your nerves and build your interview confidence.
Wednesday 9 March 10.30-12.00 R2-09
Employability Opportunities Fair
Come to this mini fair to find out more about the University of Kent services available to you to help improve your employability. Stands will include EP, Go Abroad, GK Unions Volunteering and Jobshop.
Wednesday 16 March 10am-12pm SCL209
Psychometric assessments
Many employers use psychometric tests as part of their recruitment processes. This session will give you the chance to practise tests on verbal reasoning, abstract reasoning, numeracy and situational judgement tests. You will be given your results on the same day. Booking is essential.
Tuesday 22 March 15.15-16.00 G2-21
Choosing a career
Not sure what career you want to go into or what is open to you? This talk will provide tips on how you can begin to explore your options.
Tuesday 29 March
Job searching
Not sure where to start with your job hunt? This workshop will introduce you to a range of different job searching methods including the use of vacancy websites, networking and social media.