Careers events for Postgraduates In 'Events' All eventsB-EnterprisingCareers fairsGraduate recruiter eventsInternational studentsLeading AcademicsPast eventsPostgraduatesThe Birmingham AwardTop Tips workshopsTen Talks Back to 'Careers Support' Careers Network run careers events which are specifically for postgraduate taught and postgraduate research students. If you are applying for a Masters or PhD, take a look at our Top Tips sessions. We also run careers events for international students as well as graduate recruiter events and sector events. You may also want to look at the University Graduate School events page. Please note: You may need to create a graduate account on Careers Connect to book onto some of these events. Postgraduate careers events Browse and sign up to the latest events below using your Careers Connect account: Preparing for Academic Interviews: tips and techniquesGet top tips on what to expect and how to prepare for academic job interviews.13:00 Tue 27 May 2025Online Postgraduate Pathways: Sector Success in ResearchA carousel networking event focused towards the postgraduate community to gain an insight into four organisation's experiences of the research sector.14:00 Thu 29 May 2025Alan Walters Building – Room G11 (Ground Floor) 'In the Business of Ideas': Using Entrepreneurial Thinking to Stand Out in AcademiaPick up tips on how taking an enterprising approach to your research can help you to get ahead in your academic career.11:00 Wed 04 Jun 2025Online BBS Consultancy Skills WeekDuring this week-long event, we will give you insights on how consultancies solve problems from consultants currently working in industry, two employer challenges to put the theory into practice and networking with UoB alumni working in consultancy13:00 Mon 09 Jun 2025This will be confirmed via emailExplore Careers Beyond Academia for STEM PGRs & ECRsHear 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.09:15 Tue 10 Jun 2025Edgbaston Park Hotel, 53 Edgbaston Park RoadJob hunting - Top Tips for PGTsTop tips for searching for jobs after your postgraduate taught studies.14:00 Mon 16 Jun 2025Online Job hunting for those with 2+ years professional experienceDo you already have significant professional work experience? This event is for students who have already spent 2+ years working and are looking for experienced hire roles.15:00 Tue 17 Jun 2025Alan Walters Building – Room G11 (Ground Floor) Thinking of doing a PhD after graduation? Explore reasons funding and network with current PhDsExplore why do a PhD, sources of funding and ask current PhDs any questions you may have.12:00 Wed 18 Jun 2025Learning Centre UG05Promoting your Postgrad Skills in Job ApplicationsTop tips for articulating the skills developed through your postgrad studies in your job applications.12:00 Tue 24 Jun 2025Online Postgraduate Professional Development Award: Completing your PortfolioThis session is designed to support students who have been working towards the Postgraduate Professional Development Award to complete their portfolio before submitting it.12:00 Wed 25 Jun 2025Online Postgraduate Professional Development Award: Completing your PortfolioThis session is designed to support students who have been working towards the Postgraduate Professional Development Award to complete their portfolio before submitting it.13:00 Wed 06 Aug 2025Online