Careers Network events

Our broad programme of events covers all your careers needs, from help with making career choices to meeting employers and succeeding in your job applications. Filter using the menu or scroll down to see all events. 

Careers Network events

Please use your UoB student or graduate Careers Connect account to access full details of these events. 

  • The UK Careers Fair
    Looking for a Career? The UK Careers Fair returns for you to meet local and national employers face-to-face, and apply directly for hundreds of vacancies. With nationwide events there will be one local to you!
    10:00 Wed 03 Jun 2026
    Off campus
  • Impact Challenge 2026 - Day 3
    Day 3 of Impact Challenge 2026
    09:00 Wed 17 Jun 2026
    Arts Building - Lecture Room 7
  • Give Back, Gain Skills: Volunteering Day
    Want to build skills, boost your CV, and make a difference? Drop in to our Volunteering Day to meet local charities, explore summer volunteering opportunities, and try our interactive matching game to find the right fit for you. No booking needed!
    10:00 Wed 17 Jun 2026
    Careers Network, Training Room & Board Room, G30/G31 Aston Webb,Careers Network, Training Room & Board Room, G30/G31 Aston Webb
  • Ten Talks - Session 3: Why Does Infrastructure Matter?
    Returning for its third year, Ten Talks 2026 pairs leading academics with student experts to explore the major challenges shaping our world today.
    11:00 Wed 17 Jun 2026
    Hybrid event
  • Spotlight on Health and Science
    Get top top tips and guidance from the Careers Network Team.
    12:00 Wed 17 Jun 2026
    Medical School, Learning Hub (ground floor)
  • Drop-ins with Careers Network
    Get top top tips and guidance from the Careers Network Team.
    13:00 Wed 17 Jun 2026
    Careers Corner at the Main Library G/F
  • Ten Talks - Session 4: Does the Law Understand the World?
    Returning for its third year, Ten Talks 2026 pairs leading academics with student experts to explore the major challenges shaping our world today.
    13:00 Wed 17 Jun 2026
    Hybrid event
  • Spotlight on Creative, Culture and Legal
    Come along to our dedicated drop ins to find out more about possible career paths in our listed sectors. We will share lots of useful resources, tips for finding opportunities, and the latest vacancies in the region and beyond.
    13:00 Wed 17 Jun 2026
    Main Library, Wolfson Room
  • Environmental Health Careers Day
    Dedicated careers event for students studying an Environmental Health related discipline.
    13:00 Wed 17 Jun 2026
    Y3 (formerly Engineering Building) G36,Y3 (formerly Engineering Building) G36
  • Ten Talks - Session 5: How Do We Understand Complex Human Challenges?
    Returning for its third year, Ten Talks 2026 pairs leading academics with student experts to explore the major challenges shaping our world today.
    15:30 Wed 17 Jun 2026
    Hybrid event
  • You’re invited to Own Your Story – A KPMG LGBTQIA+ Event.
    A KPMG LGBTQIA+ Event
    16:30 Wed 17 Jun 2026
  • Virtual Open Evening: One Essex Court
    A series of short talks from members of One Essex Court, in relation to One Essex Court and the Commercial Bar more generally, pupillage, routes to the Bar, life as a junior tenant and the application process. Followed by Q&A.
    18:00 Wed 17 Jun 2026
    Online
  • Level-Up with LinkedIn Learning
    Learn how to develop your skills and confidence with LinkedIn Learning!
    10:00 Thu 18 Jun 2026
    Online
  • Spotlight on Health & Medicine
    Come along to our dedicated drop ins to find out more about possible career paths in our listed sectors. We will share lots of useful resources, tips for finding opportunities, and the latest vacancies in the region and beyond.
    12:00 Thu 18 Jun 2026
    Main Library, Wolfson Room
  • UoB Graduate Internship Programme - Interview Support Workshop
    This workshop will provide you with information and advice to help you prepare for interviews as part of the UoB Graduate Internship Programme.
    14:00 Thu 18 Jun 2026
    Online
  • Top Tips for CVs, Cover Letters and Applications
    Our innovative ‘Top Tips’ sessions are designed to give you the confidence and tools to make your way successfully through the application and selection process.
    17:00 Thu 18 Jun 2026
    Online
  • China Connections: UK Degree, China Career - Career Pathways for STEM Graduates in Railway Industry
    Interested in building a career in China's rail industry? Join this exclusive webinar for STEM PGT and PhD students, delivered by Hollysys, a leading Chinese rail signalling company, featuring industry experts, HR leaders, and UoB alumni.
    10:30 Mon 22 Jun 2026
    Online
  • Top Tips for using LinkedIn
    Find out how to create your profile and learn top tips to get you ahead when using this social media tool in your job search.
    11:00 Mon 22 Jun 2026
    Online
  • Promoting your Postgrad Skills in CVs and Cover Letters
    Learn more about how to highlight the skills gained through postgraduate study in your CV and Cover Letter.
    11:00 Mon 22 Jun 2026
    Online
  • Profit From Your Passion
    This session will show you how people are making money from the things they already know how to do, from creative skills and social media to organising, writing, editing, photography, gaming, fitness, and more. You’ll learn simple ways to get started
    12:00 Mon 22 Jun 2026
    Online
  • Spotlight on Business & Finance
    Come along to our dedicated drop ins to find out more about possible career paths in our listed sectors. We will share lots of useful resources, tips for finding opportunities, and the latest vacancies in the region and beyond.
    13:00 Mon 22 Jun 2026
    Main Library, Wolfson Room
  • Find a Job in Your Home Country or Another Country - For international students and graduates only
    For international students and graduates only. Explore how to apply for jobs internationally and explain your UK experience with confidence.
    14:00 Mon 22 Jun 2026
    Online - see URL listed in event description
  • Explore Careers Beyond Academia for STEM PGRs & ECRs
    Hear from a range of former PGRs and ECRs now working in a variety of different industries and kick-start your exploration of career options beyond academia.
    09:45 Tue 23 Jun 2026
    Edgbaston Park Hotel, Lloyd Suite
  • Main Character Energy: Turning Your Story Into Your Brand
    Discover the importance of telling your story and building your own personal brand.
    12:00 Tue 23 Jun 2026
    Online
  • UK Job Search Skills: Navigating Employers, Visas and Applications
    Are you an international student, graduate or researcher exploring your career options in the UK? This session will help you understand what UK employers look for, how to search for roles, and tips to create strong applications.
    14:00 Tue 23 Jun 2026
    Online
  • Top Tips for CVs, Cover Letters and Applications
    Our innovative ‘Top Tips’ sessions are designed to give you the confidence and tools to make your way successfully through the application and selection process.
    17:00 Tue 23 Jun 2026
    Online
  • Video Content Creation Workshop - Build Your Brand Through Video
    Want to share your idea or business but not sure how to show it on camera? This practical workshop will help you turn your ideas, skills or business into confident, professional video content using just your phone.
    09:15 Wed 24 Jun 2026
    Careers Network, Training Room, G30 Aston Webb
  • (not so) Artificial Intelligence: Making AI work for you, your skills and your career
    Come along to this practical workshop to find out about the essential ‘human’ attributes that employers value, ways to use GAI prompts for applications and how to discuss your use of AI with employers.
    11:00 Wed 24 Jun 2026
    Learning Centre LG13
  • China Connections: UK Degree, China Career – Career Opportunities and Overseas Talent Policies in Hangzhou
    Join us for a session with Ms Junqi Han, Director of the Hangzhou Global Youth Talent Centre, the local government-affiliated organisation supporting overseas returnees. The session will cover the favourable policies Hangzhou offers
    11:00 Wed 24 Jun 2026
    Online
  • Promoting your Postgrad Skills in Job Applications
    Learn more about the job application process and how to highlight the skills gained through postgraduate study in your applications.
    13:00 Wed 24 Jun 2026
    Arts Building - Lecture Room 5
  • Video Content Creation Workshop - Build Your Brand Through Video
    Want to share your idea or business but not sure how to show it on camera? This exclusive practical workshop will help you turn your ideas, skills or business into confident, professional video content using just your phone.
    09:30 Thu 25 Jun 2026
    JG Smith Building G08,JG Smith Building G08
  • China Connections: Building a STEM Career in China
    Chinese employers and alumni working in STEM-related industries in China will share their insights into industry trends, recruitment expectations, in-demand skills, and how students can position themselves in the Chinese job market.
    11:00 Thu 25 Jun 2026
    Online ,Online
  • India Connections Alumni Panel: Building a Career in India
    Join us for an alumni panel featuring alumni who are now working in India across a range of sectors. Our alumni will share practical insights into transitioning from studying in the UK to building a career in India.
    14:00 Fri 26 Jun 2026
    Online
  • Top Tips for Interview and Assessment Centre Success
    Our innovative ‘Top Tips’ sessions are designed to give you the confidence and tools to make your way successfully through the application and selection process.
    14:00 Fri 26 Jun 2026
    Online
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    09:00 Wed 01 Jul 2026
    Alan Walters Building – Room 103 (First Floor)
  • Get application ready – Learn how to perfect your CV with UBS
    2026 Get recruitment ready: Skills session series (virtual) - Join our interactive workshop series, designed to help you get recruitment ready. You can attend one, a few or all of our events in the series, it's up to you!
    12:00 Tue 04 Aug 2026
    Online - see URL listed in event description,Online - see URL listed in event description
  • Get assessment ready – Dive into online assessments and video interviews with UBS
    2026 Get recruitment ready: Skills session series (virtual) - Join our interactive workshop series, designed to help you get recruitment ready. You can attend one, a few or all of our events in the series, it's up to you!
    12:00 Wed 05 Aug 2026
    Online - see URL listed in event description,Online - see URL listed in event description
  • Get career ready – Build skills that'll help transition from campus to corporate
    2026 Get recruitment ready: Skills session series (virtual) - Join our interactive workshop series, designed to help you get recruitment ready. You can attend one, a few or all of our events in the series, it's up to you!
    12:00 Tue 11 Aug 2026
    Online - see URL listed in event description,Online - see URL listed in event description
  • Get interview ready with SEO London – Gain tips on how to impress at your assessment day
    2026 Get recruitment ready: Skills session series (virtual) - Join our interactive workshop series, designed to help you get recruitment ready. You can attend one, a few or all of our events in the series, it's up to you!
    12:00 Tue 11 Aug 2026
    Online - see URL listed in event description,Online - see URL listed in event description

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