Well, maybe 15 minutes! Why not indulge in a one-to-one chat with a careers consultant? Just enough time for a CV/application check or to think about where your degree will or will not take you unless you get relevant experience in the workplace. Or maybe something else entirely.
www.medcommsnetworking.co.uk/startingout lists resources including videos and a careers guide to download, as well as details of upcoming events.
Although the sessions are primarily intended for post-docs and PhD students from Academic biomedical sciences departments anyone who is interested in learning more about MedComms is very welcome.
The events provide the opportunity to meet with a number of medical communications (MedComms) professionals for a highly engaging session which presents medical writing and account management in MedComms as an attractive career option.
Please register in advance by emailing Peter Llewellyn who will confirm your place by return.
Aspiring reporters interested in a career in newspapers, magazines, online or broadcast can enroll for a free journalism workshop staged at the newsroom of national press agency News Associates.
This practical three-hour session will get you working on your own stories and there will be a chance to meet News Associates tutors, reporters and editors. Each attendee will get individual feedback and time will also be set aside for career advice.
The workshops are staged on Fridays 10.30am-1.30pm.
London dates (247 The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1SD):
Manchester dates (111 Piccadilly, Manchester, M1 2HY):
Space is limited, so email rbull@newsassociates.co.uk now to reserve your place – you will receive confirmation of your place and timetable of the day by email.
‘It was a brilliant day which was both challenging and enjoyable. The exercises were excellent and the time passed very quickly’ – Chavan Kissoon, Manchester Workshop Attendee – June 2011.
The interview – some of the basics:
Well, it’s probably just one of those days that we all get when nothing seems to go right for us. That said, there’s likely to be someone in Brunel who can help. Or, just talking to a friend or taking a short break from your studies could be the answer…
It’s the time of year when you may be making applications through local NQT primary and secondary Pools. Take a look at the Getting a teaching job AGCAS resource (PDF) on the PCC Exploring career options Teaching page as this should help you with your applications.
Information on the Get into Teaching – Teaching Agency website should also be helpful.
Thinking about teaching or already made a decision but unsure about the routes into teaching? Find out your options by attending a Train to Teach roadshow.
If you’re not able to attend one of the Roadshows you can always come in and talk it through with a PCC careers consultant.
You can find information and advice on motivations for doing postgraduate research, how to manage your research and yourself, and how to develop on the Vitae website.
Careers
Just starting out on your doctorate or an experienced researcher? Vitae also gives ‘guidance to think about how you can manage your career. It will help you to think about what you want to do, navigate recruitment processes and manage your career over the long term.’
You’ll also find examples of academic and skills based CVs at www.vitae.ac.uk/researchers/1339/Marketing-yourself.html. When you’re ready just contact us for a CV check / advice. Go to www.brunel.ac.uk/pcc/qq to find out how you can do this.
So, what’s QQ?
It stands for Quick Query, and you can find out more here
Enterprise Rent-A-Car offer this internship on a three month rolling cycle throughout the year.
Enterprise are particularly interested in employing Brunel students for this vacancy so watch out for the job advertisement at https://www.enterprisealive.co.uk.
Open to Business and IT students / graduates it’s a really good opportunity to get paid work experience assisting with current projects without needing too much IT knowledge.
Remember to check the PCC site for vacancies. Still can’t find just what you’re looking for? Come into the PCC and see how we can help.
PCC are here to help Brunel graduates for up to two years after graduation and, if you completed your course more than two years ago, you’re welcome to use our information and vacancies, and suggested resources for careers advice.
You may also find the Getting Graduates into Careers website useful.
These resources that may help you:
Don’t restrict your search to these: think laterally, be proactive…
Visit the PCC where you can find CV examples and get your CV checked. If you’re still confused about where to look for work or can’t find opportunities you can ask about this at the same time.
Watch the deadline for making your application – don’t leave it until the 
last minute! Firstly, you won’t give yourself enough time to make the best application that you can. Secondly, it’s possible that the recruiter may review applications on an ongoing basis and, having found suitable candidates, will decide to bring forward the closing date.
You can get your application/CV checked by a PCC Careers Consultant. Don’t worry if you’re not living close to campus as you can email or call us. You can also get help with interview and assessment centre preparation including pyschometric tests.
Remember to keep a copy of the job advertisement: Don’t rely on it still being available 
if you found the vacancy online.
International student?
The UK Border Agency (UKBA) are warning about scam emails and websites claiming to 
be operated by them, and about fake telephone calls:
f you believe that you received a suspicious call or email, or come across a suspicious website: Continue reading
Step-by-step guide by John Lees in the Guardian (Tuesday 27 November 2012). This could be the basic starting point in your job search but booking an appointment to see a PCC careers consultant for a one-to-one discussion should take you further.
UK/China GradLink aims to help Chinese students and graduates research and access graduate opportunities in their home country. UK/China GradLink includes:
Take a look at The Guardian’s teachernetwork – jobs, resources, comments and ideas for teachers.
