A series of skills workshops and webinars designed for students and graduates.
Most sessions are one hour long and are delivered in person or virtually via Zoom.
Select the workshop(s) you wish to attend and book your place via myCareer. Email careers@plymouth.ac.uk or telephone +44 (0)1752 587456 for any queries.
Decision Making
How we go about making decisions can have a real impact on our future. In this workshop you'll explore your own decision-making process and how you can improve this to ensure you are making effective choices for yourself. You'll also explore the importance of a growth mindset and resilience in decision making, as well as what to look for when assessing whether an employer is right for you.
Wednesday 24 January, Zoom webinar
Tuesday 12 March, Zoom webinar
CVs, cover letters, and applications
This session will walk you through the process of how to structure that all important CV and how to target it towards the role you are applying for. We'll also provide guidance on writing a cover letter and supporting statement so you can find out what to include and how to get yourself noticed. You'll have an opportunity to shortlist CV examples for a fictional job to learn how your applications are being scored by the employer.
Thursday 25 January, Student Hub Room 3, Charles Seale-Hayne Library
Thursday 1 February, Student Hub Room 3, Charles Seale-Hayne Library
Tuesday 6 February, Virtual
Wednesday 14 February, Virtual
Wednesday 21 February, Student Hub Room 3, Charles Seale-Hayne Library
Monday 26 February, Student Hub Room 3, Charles Seale-Hayne Library
Wednesday 6 March, Student Hub Room 3, Charles Seale-Hayne Library
Thursday 14 March, Student Hub Room 3, Charles Seale-Hayne Library
How to search and apply for advertised jobs
Explore the hidden job market! 60% of jobs aren't advertised. Learn effective job search techniques, speculative applications and networking. Reach out to organisations, showcase unique skills, craft compelling applications and secure desired roles.
Tuesday 30 January, Student Hub Room 3, Charles Seale-Hayne Library
LinkedIn masterclass
LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network and has become a key tool to help you market yourself effectively to potential employers. In this session, you'll gain knowledge of how LinkedIn can benefit you and how to use it to network effectively. You'll also get tips on how to increase your connections, reach employers and use LinkedIn with greater confidence.
Tuesday 30 January, Student Hub Room 3, Charles Seale-Hayne Library
Thursday 22 February, Student Hub Room 3, Charles Seale-Hayne Library
Tuesday 19 March, Student Hub Room 3, Charles Seale-Hayne Library
Book here: https://mycareer.plymouth.ac.uk/leap/event.html?id=9944
How to apply for jobs with little or no experience
This workshop aims to develop your confidence when applying for part time or graduate roles when you lack work experience. You will also learn about a variety of opportunities to develop your skills and experience.
Wednesday 31 January, Student Hub Room 3, Charles Seale-Hayne Library
Psychometric tests unravelled
Many large employers utilise online assessments as part of their selection processes for graduate jobs, placements and internships. Join this workshop to discover the types of assessments commonly used, how to perform well and get selected for an exciting graduate career.
Monday 12 February, Virtual
Selling your skills
Make applying for jobs a lot easier for yourself! Join this session to learn how to identify and effectively communicate what you can do. You’ll leave with a step-by-step process to follow, which will provide you with relevant and sharp content for your CV, job applications, and answers for job interviews.
Monday 12 February, Zoom webinar
Tuesday 5 March, Zoom webinar
Job search techniques
his session helps you to think creatively and utilise a diverse range of strategies as part of your job and opportunity search. You'll discover the range of graduate opportunities available to you, identify where to look for advertised opportunities and understand the importance of the hidden job market.
Tuesday 13 February, Virtual
Friday 8 March, Virtual
Thursday 21 March, Student Hub Room 3, Charles Seale-Hayne Library
Preparing for interviews
In this workshop, you'll explore the best ways to prepare for an interview across many different formats, including video, telephone and face to face. We'll cover the types of interview questions you can expect to be asked and how best to answer these questions, as well as how to present yourself.
Thursday 15 February, Zoom webinar
Tuesday 5 March, Student Hub Room 3, Charles Seale-Hayne Library
Monday 25 March, Zoom webinar
Considering postgraduate studies
If you're considering postgraduate study and want to gain an understanding of what is involved, where to find information to make an informed decision, and what the financial implications and the application process are, then this workshop is for you.
Thursday 29 February, Virtual
Monday 18 March, Virtual
Making an effective Masters application
During the session we'll take a detailed look at what to expect from the process of applying for a masters programme and how to address each application section to give you the best possible chance of success. We consider each key aspect of a masters application, including the supporting statement, essays and interviews.
Thursday 29 February, Virtual
Monday 18 March, Virtual