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. 

  • CAREERS NETWORK DUBAI: DROP-INS
    Time to ask quick careers questions and get answers on the spot — no appointment needed.
    10:00 Tue 29 Sept 2026
    Dubai Campus Student Hub,Dubai Campus Student Hub
  • AllAboutLaw - Virtual Law Fair
    Step inside commercial law at the online Virtual Law Fair from AllAboutLaw. Over 60 Events over 5 days from 19-23 October 2026 partnered with top Law Firms. For All Years
    09:00 Tue 20 Oct 2026
    Online ,Online
  • Meet PwC at University of Birmingham
    PwC will be visiting University of Birmingham on 20 October from 11:00am to 3:00pm, and you’ll be able to find us at the Law Arches.
    11:00 Tue 20 Oct 2026
    Law Arches (near Old Joe),Law Arches (near Old Joe)
  • Insight Into The BBS Future Leaders Programme (FLC)
    Get an insight into Birmingham Business Schools Future Leaders Certificate, an award winning employability and leadership program exclusively for BBS Masters Student
    11:00 Tue 20 Oct 2026
  • Get UK Work Experience (International Students)
    For international students. Discover UK work experience options and how to find, balance, and make the most of them during your studies. Please note that international graduates are also welcome to attend this webinar.
    12:00 Tue 20 Oct 2026
    Online ,Online
  • Making the most of careers events: networking as your authentic self
    Build connections. Grow your confidence. Unlock new opportunities.
    12:00 Tue 20 Oct 2026
    Online ,Online
  • Your PhD what next? Understanding what you want from life after PhD
    An interactive, reflective workshop designed to help you work out what's really important to you for your career post-PhD.
    13:00 Tue 20 Oct 2026
    Online ,Online
  • BBS Placement Success Panel: Hear from Students Who've Been There
    Join us for this exclusive BBS Placement Success Panel and hear directly from final-year students who have successfully completed a year in industry and returned to university.
    13:00 Tue 20 Oct 2026
    University House, Room 108,University House, Room 108
  • Disability, Careers and Me drop in
    Discover how your disability can be supported throughout your career journey. Our advisers can help you explore opportunities, adjustments, placements and support, building confidence and strong foundations for your future career.
    13:00 Tue 20 Oct 2026
    Nuffield G07,Nuffield G07
  • Legal Cheek In Person Law Fair - various locations
    Join Legal Cheek for their in person Law Fairs across the country this Autumn - check the link to see the location and date for you!
    13:30 Tue 20 Oct 2026
    Off campus ,Off campus
  • CAREERS NETWORK DUBAI: CVs and Cover Letters Essentials
    What recruiters look for in the first thirty seconds, and how to put it on the page. SESSION STARTS AT 2PM BST (UK) / 5PM GST (UAE)
    14:00 Tue 20 Oct 2026
    Room 0208, Dubai campus,Room 0208, Dubai campus
  • Navigating the selection process with confidence with PwC
    In-person PwC Skills Session
    15:00 Tue 20 Oct 2026
    Aston Webb, WG5,Aston Webb, WG5
  • Meet Simmons & Simmons in Birmingham
    Meet Simmons & Simmons in Birmingham to gain insights about life as a Simmons lawyer, receive top tips from our Early Careers Team and gain the invaluable opportunity to network with our team over drinks and canapés.
    18:00 Tue 20 Oct 2026
    Off campus ,Off campus
  • Low traffic time - Business & Finance Careers Fair
    A 30 minute bookable time slot before the Business Careers Fair for students who find busy environments challenging and would benefit from a less busy setting to interact with employers.
    10:30 Wed 21 Oct 2026
    The Great Hall, Aston Webb,The Great Hall, Aston Webb
  • Business & Finance Careers Fair 2026
    Come along to our Business & Finance Fair in the Great Hall for the opportunity to meet a range of graduate recruiters and discover options for your future career.
    10:30 Wed 21 Oct 2026
    The Great Hall, Aston Webb,The Great Hall, Aston Webb
  • 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.
    11:00 Wed 21 Oct 2026
    Careers Network, Training Room, G30 Aston Webb,Careers Network, Training Room, G30 Aston Webb
  • 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.
    12:00 Wed 21 Oct 2026
    Careers Network, Training Room, G30 Aston Webb,Careers Network, Training Room, G30 Aston Webb
  • How to: Apply for a B-Experienced Internship
    Interested in B-Experienced? Find out how to apply below!
    12:00 Wed 21 Oct 2026
  • Drop Ins with Careers Network
    Get top top tips and guidance from the Careers Network Team.
    13:00 Wed 21 Oct 2026
    Careers Network, Training Room, G30 Aston Webb,Careers Network, Training Room, G30 Aston Webb
  • The Student Co-op Challenge: Help Shape the Future of a Local Cooperative
    Take part in an interactive Business Challenge Event that will put your skills to the test and give you the opportunity to work directly with a local organisation. Working in teams, you'll explore a live challenge faced by the cooperative and deve
    13:30 Wed 21 Oct 2026
    University House, Room 108,University House, Room 108
  • Measurement in the Real World - InstMC Webinar (4-part Series)
    How do we know a measurement is right and why does it matter? Join this four‑part lunchtime webinar series from the InstMC Measurement Special Interest Group (M‑SIG) explores how measurement shows up in everyday engineering decisions.
    14:00 Wed 21 Oct 2026
    Online ,Online
  • Careers Network Dubai: Campus Jobs - Results and Resilience
    This session is at 10:00AM BST (UK) / 1:00PM GST (UAE) Didn't get the campus job? Learn how to use the feedback, or the lack of it, to make your next application stronger.
    10:00 Thu 22 Oct 2026
    Room 1410, Dubai campus,Room 1410, Dubai campus
  • Investing in Talent in-person careers insight event for disabled students with MyPlus Students' Club
    Meet leading disability-inclusive employers and explore career opportunities at Investing in Talent.
    10:30 Thu 22 Oct 2026
    Off campus (to be confirmed upon registration with employer),Off campus (to be confirmed upon registration with employer)
  • The Birmingham Award: For College of Arts and Law students
    A guide to The Birmingham Award. This session is designed for College of Arts and Law students but open to all.
    12:30 Thu 22 Oct 2026
    Arts Building - Lecture Room 3,Arts Building - Lecture Room 3
  • What can I do with a Masters degree?
    A webinar for PGT students to explore options after your studies.
    13:00 Thu 22 Oct 2026
    Online ,Online
  • CAREERS NETWORK DUBAI: CVs and Cover Letters Lab
    Rewrite your own CV and letter against a real advert, with feedback in the room. SESSION STARTS AT 2PM BST (UK) / 5PM GST (UAE)
    14:00 Thu 22 Oct 2026
    Room 0209, Dubai campus,Room 0209, Dubai campus
  • Gowling WLG sector webinar series: The Aviation, Aerospace & Defence Sector
    Discover where a career in commercial law could take you. Join Gowling WLG’s virtual series for sector insights from our lawyers, practical Early Talent tips and a closer look at life at an international law firm.
    14:00 Thu 22 Oct 2026
    Online - see URL listed in event description,Online - see URL listed in event description
  • "Foundations": Construction Law Training webinar 4
    "Foundations" is a free training programme suitable for students seeking an introduction to construction law in England and Wales. The programme will run across five Thursday afternoon sessions, covering core areas of practice.
    14:30 Thu 22 Oct 2026
    Online - link will be sent in confirmation email or prior to the event
  • Talk to Employers About Visas & Find Sponsored Jobs (for international students, postgraduate researchers and graduates)
    For international students and graduates only. Learn how to talk confidently to employers about your visa and explain your right to work.
    12:00 Mon 26 Oct 2026
    Online - see URL listed in event description,Online - see URL listed in event description
  • Discovering careers in Public Relations (PR)
    THIS SESSION STARTS AT 5PM GST (UAE) / 1PM BST (UK) Curious about a career in public relations? Join Vlada Lomova, CEO and Co-founder of PRHub.ae, and Kathrine Hamdan, PR Manager at PRHub.ae, as they take you inside the world of PR in Dubai.
    13:00 Mon 26 Oct 2026
    Room 0410, Dubai campus,Room 0410, Dubai campus
  • 3 Simple Steps for Interview Success
    Discover and practice 3 simple steps for interview success
    09:30 Tue 27 Oct 2026
    Teaching and Learning Building 202,Teaching and Learning Building 202
  • Gowling WLG sector webinar series: The Automotive Sector
    Discover where a career in commercial law could take you. Join Gowling WLG’s virtual series for sector insights from our lawyers, practical Early Talent tips and a closer look at life at an international law firm.
    09:30 Tue 27 Oct 2026
    Online - see URL listed in event description,Online - see URL listed in event description
  • CAREERS NETWORK DUBAI: Careers Expo Prep Session
    Arrive with a plan and a pitch: who to see, what to ask, and how to introduce yourself. SESSION STARTS AT 1PM GMT (UK) / 5PM GST (UAE)
    13:00 Tue 27 Oct 2026
    Room 0208, Dubai campus,Room 0208, Dubai campus
  • Mock Assessment Centre with Careers Network
    Come along to learn about assessment centres and to get involved in two group activities
    13:00 Tue 27 Oct 2026
    Gisbert Kapp - Seminar Room N334,Gisbert Kapp - Seminar Room N334
  • Discover bp at our Early Careers Virtual Event Series: ace your online assessments
    Join our virtual early careers connect sessions –we’ll have sessions covering different business areas, including Supply, Trading & Shipping, Business, Engineering and Science, and also sessions providing insights into the recruitment process stages.
    13:00 Tue 27 Oct 2026
    Online ,Online
  • Work Experience opportunity on campus - Employer Challenge
    Secure work experience by taking part in this Employer Challenge on campus! Open to all degree disciplines. Gain skills from an international employer. You could be fast tracked to an interview for a placement or grad scheme.
    14:00 Tue 27 Oct 2026
    Learning Centre LG14,Learning Centre LG14
  • The Table with Newton
    Pull up a chair. Think like a consultant.
    10:00 Wed 28 Oct 2026
    Law Arches (near Old Joe),Law Arches (near Old Joe)
  • Mathematics and Physics Careers Fair
    Mathematics and Physics Careers Fair (Watson, The Bridge, 28/10/26) is offering you a range of employers from various sectors of economy. Attend and apply for graduate job, internship or one-year placement.
    11:00 Wed 28 Oct 2026
    Watson Building, The Bridge,Watson Building, The Bridge
  • Public Sector & Teaching Careers Fair
    Connect with employers in teaching and the public sector at this careers fair. Explore diverse career paths, teacher training options, and discover job and work experience opportunities to support your next steps.
    11:00 Wed 28 Oct 2026
    Careers Network, Training Room, G30 Aston Webb,Careers Network, Training Room, G30 Aston Webb
  • Deloitte Birmingham In-office Insight Event 28.10.26
    Join us for an exclusive insight event at our brand-new Birmingham office. This is your chance to explore the exciting world of Deloitte and learn about the diverse early careers opportunities that have just gone live this Autumn.
    12:00 Wed 28 Oct 2026
    Off campus ,Off campus

If you have accessibility requirements that might affect your ability to attend or participate in a Careers Network event, please contact us with details of any adjustments or support you require in order to participate in the event, and we will pass this information on to the event organiser who will do everything they can to accommodate these adjustments.

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