Find out about our events that are coming up on campus in the week commencing 9 February and beyond. Find more information on CareerHub http://www.careerhub.herts.ac.uk

2. Effective Interviews
Interviews for undergraduate and
graduate opportunities are
demanding. To succeed you will need
to perform to a very high standard.
This workshop will help you know
what to expect and how to prepare.
Date: Monday 9 February
Time: 13:00 - 14:00
Location: C402, College Lane
Guidance through the
recruitment process

3. Effective Applications
Increasingly employers are using application forms to
shortlist candidates for placement and job interviews. This
workshop will maximise the chances of your application
being successful. There will be practical exercises on
competency questions and personal statements.
Date: Tuesday 10 February
Time: 11:00 - 12:00
Location: N212, de Havilland
Guidance through the
recruitment process

4. Thomas Cook Group - Variety of
Overseas opportunities
One hour presentation providing information about overseas job
opportunities Summer 2015 in our International team. Job roles
include destination representatives, Transfer reps,
Administrators, Virtual Representatives, kids clubs and
entertainment.
Time: 13:00 - 14:00
Date: Wednesday 11 February
Location: N002, de Havilland
Employer presentations

5. CVs (resumes) for International Students
International students are welcome to attend this session to find out
more about UK style résumés, known as Curriculum Vitaes (CVs),
which are commonly used for part-time and full-time job applications.
Date: Wednesday 11 February
Time: 13:00 - 14:00
Location: B200, College Lane
Guidance through the
recruitment process

6. Researching your
career options
PAMtastic careers and
alumni conference
Mini fair exclusively for students
from School of Physics, Astronomy
and Maths. Meet employers and
former students - find out about
placements and graduate roles,
postgraduate opportunities.
Date: Wednesday 11 February
Time: 13:00 - 16:00
Location: Lindop foyer, College Lane

7. Webinar: How to find sandwich placements for
Biosciences students including Biomedical
Are you a Biosciences 2nd year student thinking about doing a
placement year, but don’t know where to start? Lab, non-lab,
hospital, industry, abroad in a university in Spain, Sweden or
Holland? Students who complete placements are more likely
to secure professional jobs as graduates. Find out more!
Date: Wednesday 11 February
Time: 13:00 - 14:00
Guidance through the
recruitment process

8. Starting a Business
Are you considering starting
your own business? Come
along to this great workshop
to gain tips and advice and
find out all you need to know
before you take the plunge
into setting up your own
business.
Date: Wednesday 11 February
Time: 14:00 - 15:30
Location: N212, de Havilland
Researching your
career options

9. Webinar: How to find sandwich placements for Sports,
Geography, Environmental M & Nutrition students
Are you thinking about doing a placement year, but don’t
know where to start?
This workshop will help you to understand the requirements
of the placement year, as well as helping you to decide the
direction of your placement search and where to look.
Date: Wednesday 11 February
Time: 15:00 - 16:00
Guidance through the
recruitment process

10. Getting into self-
employment
Are you considering starting
your own business? Come
along to this great workshop
to gain tips and advice and
find out all you need to know
before you take the self-
employment plunge.
Date: Thursday 12 February
Time:11:00 - 12:30
Location: W125, de Havilland
Researching your
career options

11. UH Law Alumni Event
UH Law Alumni and employers will be sharing their career experiences and
practical knowledge to give you a head start in the competitive graduate
jobs market.
Date: Thursday 12 February
Time: 11:30 - 12:30
Location: N101, de Havilland
Researching your
career options

12. Webinar: Get that job! Brilliant CVs that get
results
Want to know how to produce a really effective and targeted CV and
cover letter that will get you an interview? Come along to this
workshop to find out more!
Date: Thursday 12 February
Time: 13:00 - 14:00
Guidance through the
recruitment process

13. Researching your
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Graduate Job Search
Be prepared for when you finish uni – this workshop
will cover deciding what to do next, how to look for
jobs, graduate schemes and internships and other
strategies for finding that dream job.
Date: Friday 13 February
Time: 12:00 - 13:00
Location: N212, de Havilland

14. Get that job! Brilliant
CVs that get results
Want to know how to produce a really
effective and targeted CV and cover letter
that will get you an interview? Come along
to this workshop to find out more!
Date: Monday 16 February
Time: 13:00 - 14:00
Location: N212, de Havilland
Guidance through the
recruitment process

15. Researching your
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Parker Hannifin Drop In Sessions (12 month
placements)
Parker Hannifin are offering 5 x 12 month placement roles for
2015-2016 and are offering a unique drop in session where
you will be able to speak to them in person.
Date: Tuesday 17 & Wednesday 18 February
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Location: Computer Labs (off D Corridor)

16. Researching your
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Webinar - Effective
Interviews
Interviews for undergraduate and
graduate opportunities are
demanding, and to succeed you will
need to perform to a very high
standard. This workshop will help
you know what to expect and how
to prepare.
Date: Tuesday 17 February
Time: 13:00 - 16:00

17. Graduate Entry to
Medicine
Considering a career in
medicine? Want to know more
about courses on offer, entry
requirements, application
techniques and funding? Our
workshop will help you to find
out more and plan your next
steps.
Date: Tuesday 17 February
Time:14:00 - 15:00
Location: B154, College Lane
Researching your
career options

18. Preregistration Pharmacy Fair
The University of Hertfordshire will be holding its Preregistration
Pharmacy Fair on Wednesday 18th February 2015. This will be for our
current 3rd year students who are progressing towards preregistration
placements in 2016.
Date: Wednesday 18 February
Time: 12:30 - 16:00
Location: Lindop foyer, College Lane
Guidance through the
recruitment process

19. A Career in Sales: Truth explained.
Myths dismissed
Let’s Get Britain Selling!
A career in sales offers loads of good jobs, excellent pay from day
one, career progression in almost every direction and the chance
to turn yourself into a well-paid, well-connected young
professional with many options.
Date: Wednesday 18 February
Time: 13:00-14:00
Location: N002, de Havilland
Employer presentations

20. Finding jobs and
internships abroad
If you dream of working
abroad, come along to this
workshop to find out more
about working overseas as a
student or graduate.
Date: Wednesday 18 February
Time: 14:00 - 15:00
Location: N212, de Havilland
Researching your
career options

21. Researching your
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School of Humanities Assessment Centre
Assessment Centres - be prepared ! This workshop will give
you an opportunity to practice the kinds of activities used by
employers. Come along and get top tips that will help you give
your best performance on the day.
Date: Wednesday 18 February
Time: 15:00 - 17:00
Location: N212, de Havilland

22. Researching your
career options
How to fundraise and crowdfund your first project -
SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS EVENT
What skills do you need to become a creative producer? How
to fundraise and crowdfund your first project
Laura Drane, RSA Fellow
Date: Thursday 19 February
Time: 13:00 - 14:30
Location: A166, College Lane

23. Interview practice for
Teacher training courses
Have you applied to do teacher training? If
so, come and find out more about what to
expect at teacher training interviews at this
practical 'have-a-go' workshop.
Date: Friday 20 February
Time: 13:00 - 14:00
Location: N212, de Havilland
Guidance through the
recruitment process

25. Business Start-Up Programme
Take your business idea from
concept to market readiness with
our business start-up programme.
Mentoring, business advice,
business planning frameworks,
workshops and much more!
Email careers@herts.ac.uk for
more information and how to
apply!
Applications now open!

26. How to book
Remember, you can book appointments
online for:
• CVs and Cover Letters
• Application Forms
• Personal Statements
• Interview practice and guidance
• Career queries and advice
• Enterprise advice and information
careerhub.herts.ac.uk