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 DROP-IN SESSION
    Get quick, one-to-one careers advice
    12:00 Mon 29 Sept 2025
    Dubai Social Space/Student Lounge - Ground Floor
  • 🚀 Discover Gowling WLG: Sector Series – Now Live!
    Whether Gowling WLG is your future firm or you're simply curious, this event series is your chance to boost your commercial awareness and connect with the people shaping the legal world. Join us!
    11:00 Thu 02 Oct 2025
    Online - see URL listed in event description
  • Early Careers Connect events series with BP
    Join us at our virtual sessions – we’ll have sessions covering different business areas, including Supply, Trading & Shipping , Business, Engineering and Science, as well as sessions providing insights into the recruitment process.
    12:00 Mon 06 Oct 2025
    Online - see URL listed in event description
  • Irwin Mitchell Webinar series
    Join Irwin Mitchell for their series of online webinars to find out more on how to apply!
    17:00 Tue 14 Oct 2025
    Online
  • Coffee and Chat with a Newton Consultant
    Come and meet our consultants on campus and grab a free coffee! We’ll be available to answer all your questions about our graduate roles, life at Newton, and the application process. We look forward to meeting you!
    09:30 Wed 15 Oct 2025
    Law Arches (near Old Joe)
  • KPMG Career essentials virtual series
    Don't Miss It: KPMG's Career Essentials Virtual Series 2025/26 is here!
    16:00 Wed 22 Oct 2025
    Online
  • National Grid: Women In Business and Finance
    Exclusive Event Alert – National Grid: Women in Business & Finance! Join National Grid (FTSE 100) for an exclusive insight day — meet their team, chat with current grads, and find out how you could kickstart your career in business & finance.
    11:00 Fri 24 Oct 2025
    Off campus
  • 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.
    15:00 Fri 24 Oct 2025
    Online
  • Should I do a PhD?
    This workshop is for students who are considering a PhD and would like to reflect on whether it's right for them.
    13:00 Mon 27 Oct 2025
    Online
  • How to get a summer internship - panel event edition
    Want a Summer Internship? Come along to this session and listen to alumni and recruiters to receive guidance and tips on how you can secure a competitive internship. Increase your knowledge and awareness, boosting your confidence.
    13:00 Mon 27 Oct 2025
    Biosciences E102
  • The Birmingham Award for College of Social Sciences
    The Birmingham Award is the University’s employability award for undergraduate students. Come along to this session to find out everything you need to know about the award.
    15:30 Mon 27 Oct 2025
    Alan Walters Building – Room 103 (First Floor)
  • 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.
    17:00 Mon 27 Oct 2025
    Online
  • Top Tips for Graduate Applications and Meet Ambassadors with Teach First!
    Come along to this session, to gain some top tips for making graduate applications and find out what a Times Top Graduate Employer really looks for. We will cover top tips for answering competency-based questions, how to stand out during each stage!
    12:00 Tue 28 Oct 2025
    Online - see URL listed in event description
  • The Birmingham Award for Engineering and Physical Sciences
    The Birmingham Award is the University’s employability award for undergraduate students. Come along to this session to find out everything you need to know about the award.
    12:00 Tue 28 Oct 2025
    Engineering, Room 127
  • The Hiring Manager's Desk - Mastering Application Form Questions
    Want to give your applications the edge? In this interactive workshop, you’ll step into the shoes of a hiring manager to spot what makes application answers stand out.
    13:00 Tue 28 Oct 2025
    Alan Walters Building – Room 103 (First Floor)
  • Extra Curricular Workshop: Career Discovery Series – Consultancy
    Explore career opportunities in consultancy and the skills needed to succeed.
    13:00 Tue 28 Oct 2025
    Room 1410, Dubai campus
  • 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.
    15:00 Tue 28 Oct 2025
    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.
    17:00 Tue 28 Oct 2025
    Online
  • Low traffic time - Business 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 29 Oct 2025
    The Great Hall, Aston Webb
  • Business Careers Fair 2025
    Come along to our Business 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 29 Oct 2025
    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 29 Oct 2025
    Careers Network, Employer 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 29 Oct 2025
    Aston Webb WG12
  • Introduction to Alphasights - springboard your commercial career
    ​​Are you looking for a fast-paced commercial position where you can drive results from day one? Join our Introduction to AlphaSights session to get an insight into our industry and the heights to which a commercial career can take you.
    12:00 Wed 29 Oct 2025
    Careers Network, Employer Training Room, G30 Aston Webb
  • STEM Women Graduate Careers Event
    Ready to Launch Your STEM Career? Join the Birmingham STEM Women Graduate Careers Event and connect with the future you’ve been working toward.
    13:00 Wed 29 Oct 2025
    Off campus
  • Drop Ins with Careers Network
    Get help and advice on your applications, work experience, and career plans.
    13:00 Wed 29 Oct 2025
    Careers Network, Employer Training Room, G30 Aston Webb
  • Mock Assessment Centre: Volkswagen Group UK
    The Birmingham Award team presents a mock assessment centre session with Volkswagen Group UK
    15:00 Wed 29 Oct 2025
    Teaching and Learning Building
  • Cornerstone Research Analyst and Summer Analyst Presentation
    Discover information on the analyst role, including background on the firm, our values, culture and how to apply, as well as a case introduction demonstrating the types of cases analysts work on.
    18:00 Wed 29 Oct 2025
    Online
  • Extra Curricular Workshop: Career Discovery Series – Legal
    Discover career opportunities in the legal sector and how to get started.
    13:00 Thu 30 Oct 2025
    Room 1407, Dubai campus
  • ‘In Conversation’ with Sports Commentator Simon Brotherton
    Ever wondered what it’s like to comment on the final moments of a World Cup match or travel the global covering the biggest sporting events? Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the life of sports commentator Simon Brotherton, one of the UK’s most
    15:30 Thu 30 Oct 2025
    Sports & Exercise Science Lecture Room 2
  • UK Work Visas: What you need to know
    An introduction to UK work visas with specialist immigration law firm Paragon Law.
    16:00 Thu 30 Oct 2025
    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.
    15:00 Fri 31 Oct 2025
    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.
    12:00 Mon 03 Nov 2025
    Online
  • Info Session: Applications open for the Barclays Mentorship Scheme
    Get key information on applying for the Barclays Mentorship Scheme.
    12:30 Mon 03 Nov 2025
    Innovation Lounge, Dubai campus
  • Interactive Interview Skills Workshop (BBS Careers)
    Get top tips how to approach interviews
    13:00 Mon 03 Nov 2025
    University House, Room 103 (Business School)
  • You’ve Graduated: What Next? webinar with AGCAS
    Kick-start your graduate career! Connect with graduate employers, gain insider tips, and boost your job search in our live, interactive webinar.
    10:00 Tue 04 Nov 2025
    Online - see URL listed in event description
  • Job Hunting Within & Beyond Academia: Tips for Postgrads
    A workshop for PGT and PGR students to explore different approaches to their job search, no matter what sector you’re interested in.
    11:00 Tue 04 Nov 2025
    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 Tue 04 Nov 2025
    Online
  • InterBank Proud Futures: LGBTQ+ Student Career Event
    InterBank, a leading LGBT+ Forum formed in 2002, is excited to host its first-ever student-focused event. This is your chance to connect with inclusive companies and industry leaders who are passionate about fostering inclusion in the workplace. Join
    14:30 Tue 04 Nov 2025
    Online
  • University of Law Coffee Cart drop in
    Come visit our coffee cart is to see what PG courses we offer at the University of Law - we would love to see you!
    12:00 Wed 05 Nov 2025
    Law Arches (near Old Joe)
  • The Birmingham Project 2025 (Reunion)
    The Birmingham Project Reunion - for June 2025 (cohort)
    12:30 Wed 05 Nov 2025

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