Adam Janickyj and Jim Reali are Careers Consultants in Aston’s Careers+Placements team, with responsibilities for supporting both undergraduate and postgraduate … Read More
The Silver Linings of Flexible Placements
The world we currently live in has seen us have to consider alternative options when it comes to our careers. … Read More
Skills are important, but what details are employers interested in?
When you’re applying for a role, it’s likely you’ll need to be able to demonstrate that you possess skills relevant … Read More
Why you should volunteer: the benefits and experience you’ll gain
The global pandemic has been a difficult time for all people – especially us. As university students we have had … Read More
Preparing for an assessment centre
If you’re applying for placements or graduate roles, you might be invited along to an assessment centre as part of … Read More
Developing your skills from home
Now we’re spending more time at home due to social distancing restrictions, you may be worried how that will impact … Read More
Writing a speculative application
Not all placements and graduate roles are advertised – sometimes you need to use your initiative to seek out work … Read More
How to think outside the box and explore other career paths
In some ways, there are more career choices than ever right now. Advances in technology, the rise in small businesses … Read More
Where to find volunteering opportunities
There are so many benefits to volunteering, especially if you’re applying for placements or graduate roles. However, we appreciate it’s … Read More
How to build your network virtually
Networking is one of those things that can either fill you with enthusiasm or a feeling of quiet horror – … Read More