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You worked for your qualification, now we’ll help it work for you
Since graduating, the OU Careers and Employability Services helped me to achieve fantastic rewards twice in quick succession. Stuart, OU Graduate Have you completed your OU qualification? Are you looking for advice or support with putting your studies into ‘career action’ like OU graduate Stuart was? Our 10-minute webinar The Journey Continues could be that […]
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How can you plan for your dream job if it doesn’t exist yet?
Thinking about what to do after graduating? Maybe you’re wondering what the job market will be like 5 years from now? How will the ‘fourth industrial revolution’ and ‘gig economy’ affect you? Your dream job might not even exist yet so how can you plan for it? What skills will you need? Here’s some […]
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Get Grad Scheme Ready this Autumn
Grad scheme season has started! Graduate schemes offer high quality paid training and experience, often with a professional qualification. They’re usually open for applications around September-January each year, but even if you’re not looking yet it’s a good idea to get familiar with how they work so you can plan well in advance. We’ve put […]
Start your career fitness plan this Summer
Is your career performing at its best? Are you tracking your steps to get where you want to be? Does your CV need a workout? Do you know how to get fit for the job market? Sometimes it’s important to stop and take stock. If you’ve reached the end of your module and thinking about […]
Is your dream job right on your doorstep?
OU students live, work and study everywhere. Some can relocate for their dream career move, but not everyone is able to. If you haven’t thought about finding your dream job near home in the healthcare sector, our careers forum is for you. Join Uncovering career opportunities on your doorstep from 26 June – 2 July […]
Carer, student or career changer? – Who are you today?
We all have different roles – some days I can be a carer, mum, careers consultant, friend, finance manager, admin worker, first aider, grown up daughter, cook, cleaner, event organiser… The list is endless. I bet some of you recognise this, especially if you’re juggling caring responsibilities with your studies and other commitments. But what […]
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Standing with Pride: Could this month be a turning point in your career?
The OU is extremely proud of its role in promoting and driving inclusivity and diversity and our logo is sporting Pride rainbow colours this June to mark the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall riots. Here at Careers and Employability Services we’ve got OU Careers Consultant Cathy, our expert in equality and diversity, to give us […]
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Supercharge your CV with volunteering experience
Think paid work is the only way to put skills and experience on your CV? Think again…
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How to break the career decision deadlock
Are you stuck in a rut with a career decision? Torn between two job offers? Or just starting to plan your career and trying to decide your favourite sector? Whatever your dilemma, OU Careers Consultant Penny Beecroft has a trick up her sleeve which can help you decide. “Students often come to me when facing […]
Is studying physical sciences your final frontier or a gateway to a new career?
Would you grab the chance for further research? Perhaps you want to apply your OU science qualification in industry? As an OU science student you have life and work experience on top of your study. That can give you the edge with future employers. Find out what they are looking for in our careers forum […]
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Unlock the secret doors to a new career
Gaining entry to a new career area can seem daunting, especially when the experience, knowledge and skills require you to go beyond an academic qualification. OU Careers Consultants Claire Blanchard and Leigh Fowkes explain how being inventive and changing your approach might open doors. “If you’re finding breaking into that new career difficult, think differently […]
Sean’s top tips for smashing careers barriers
“Received some great help from Sean. He really helped me prepare for an assessment centre. I was able to attend feeling calm,” said Chris.
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A helping hand when stuck with your career
We can support you along your path Studying with the OU over the past year has helped law student Richard recover from a period of mental illness. He talked to us about his experience: Studying has positively impacted my mental health because it affords me motivation and a goal. I can safely say with the […]
Spring clean your CV
The days are longer and everything has sprung into life. Thinking of a fresh start? What better time to dust the cobwebs off your CV, or start one from scratch. We’ve got everything you need. “The service was exceptional. I was given feedback help on my CV which I have changed and had a more […]
Don’t climb that mountain alone
We understand it can feel like you’re climbing a mountain when you’re studying and planning your career and have mental health difficulties. Help is on hand. For World Mental Health Day, we’re highlighting resources than can help you through the challenges.
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