Careers Network - Class of 2021

Class of 2021Careers Network are here to help. As a Birmingham Graduate, you don’t have to navigate a complex employment market alone.

Careers Network are here to support you through each step of your career journey – now, and into the future. Watch the video to find out all the ways we support you after you graduate.

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Please ensure you create a graduate account in Careers Connect in order to book your place, and to explore all events and graduate job vacancies.

Top tips to boost your employability

Here are some top tips Careers Network recommends you explore to boost your employability as a recent graduate: 

  1. Register with us to create a graduate account in Careers Connect. This will allow you to browse graduate jobs and internships, book your place on an event or arrange a 1-1 careers appointment to discuss your next steps
  2. Check our latest online programme of events and activities (scroll below) tailored for you to develop your skills and enhance your professional network
  3. Apply for the Careers Mentoring scheme to help you crystallise your career goals and plan your next steps by learning from a professional working in an area of interest
  4. Get instant feedback on your CV with our online tool ‘CV Checker’ and practice your interview technique online
  5. Keep up to date by following us on Brum Alum LinkedIn group or subscribing to our Careers Network blog for the latest news, guidance and advice.

As a recent alumnus you will receive the Birmingham Graduate newsletter which offers industry insights and careers support on a monthly basis too.

Access our graduate pathways and careers support for graduates which have been designed to help, no matter where you are in your career journey.

Local graduates from the West Midlands

  1. Attend events on campus - join exclusive activity designed for local graduates seeking graduate work in their home region. Contact Project Lead: Alison Sharp, Transformation West Midlands  a.sharp@bham.ac.uk for more information.
  2. Networking opportunities - get connected to regional and local organisations, employability programmes and for graduate jobs or entry into self-employment by joining the Transformation West Midlands LinkedIn Group 
  3. Access careers advice - if you were on the A2B programme, you can access a progression coach to support you with careers advice and your personal development. To find out more and express your interest go to the Progression coaching webpage

Event highlights

  • Top Tips for Online Applications
    Information on why employers use online forms, how to prepare and some top tips for tackling the most common types of questions.
    Start Date: 12:00 Fri 14 May 2021
    End Date: 13:00 Fri 14 May 2021
    Online - link will be sent prior to the event
  • Top Tips to a great CV
    Information on what a CV is, why you need one and our top tips for getting started.
    Start Date: 12:00 Mon 17 May 2021
    End Date: 13:00 Mon 17 May 2021
    Online - link will be sent prior to the event
  • The Business Model Canvas workshop
    Business Model Canvas workshop to help your business or business idea
    Start Date: 14:00 Wed 19 May 2021
    End Date: 16:00 Wed 19 May 2021
    Online - link will be sent prior to the event
  • Top Tips for Applying for a Masters
    Come along to our 60 minute session to find out what makes a good Masters application and top tips and resources on funding and searching for the perfect course for you.
    Start Date: 12:00 Fri 21 May 2021
    End Date: 13:00 Fri 21 May 2021
    Online - link will be sent prior to the event
  • Top Tips for Interview Success
    Find out how to prepare, top tips when answering interview questions and what to keep in mind on the day itself.
    Start Date: 12:00 Mon 24 May 2021
    End Date: 13:00 Mon 24 May 2021
    Online - link will be sent prior to the event
  • Writing a great 60 second pitch workshop
    Get tips on pitching or presenting yourself.
    Start Date: 14:00 Wed 26 May 2021
    End Date: 16:00 Wed 26 May 2021
    Online
  • 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.
    Start Date: 12:00 Fri 28 May 2021
    End Date: 13:00 Fri 28 May 2021
    Online - link will be sent prior to the event
  • Top Tips for Preparing for Psychometric Tests
    Gain insight into online tests and hints and tips on how to tackle them with confidence
    Start Date: 17:00 Tue 01 Jun 2021
    End Date: 18:00 Tue 01 Jun 2021
    Online - link will be sent prior to the event
  • Top Tips to a great CV
    Information on what a CV is, why you need one and our top tips for getting started.
    Start Date: 12:00 Fri 04 Jun 2021
    End Date: 13:00 Fri 04 Jun 2021
    Online - link will be sent prior to the event
  • Top Tips for a successful cover letter
    Information on how to create a persuasive cover letter to send to an employer.
    Start Date: 12:00 Mon 07 Jun 2021
    End Date: 13:00 Mon 07 Jun 2021
    Online - link will be sent prior to the event