Get into international development using UNICEF Manager Utty’s top tips
Utonnwa (Utty) Akinlaja, Resourcing Manager at UNICEF, shares her top tips for starting a career in international development. Follow UNICEF on the OU’s OpportunityHub to keep up to date with opportunities in the organisation. Discover skills, career opportunities and potential employers in Environment and Development and how to build your work experience to prepare for a career move. Improve your networking skills and if you’re considering working abroad, check out our international job search […]
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Explore a world of career opportunities with your psychology qualification, like Amanda and Anne
Amanda moved from working as a Learning Support Assistant to become a Remote Children’s Wellbeing Practitioner. Anne was an administrator in a drug and alcohol service and is now a Counselling Psychologist in Training. Both studied an OU Psychology degree and worked closer to their goals via sideways moves as they studied. Explore the wide […]
Tips for a great law firm application
Writing a great law firm application is crucial for standing out in a competitive field. Jakob Sexton, Early Careers Specialist at Brabners independent law firm, gives key tips to help you craft an impressive application. View the latest Brabners opportunities and use the save button to receive alerts about new opportunities. Research the firm Before […]
Overcome challenges and achieve your goals like proud OU graduate Jade
Life is full of ups and downs, tests and bumps in the road. Jade achieved a first-class honours degree in Psychology and Counselling while managing to juggle motherhood, work, study and severe long-term health problems. “I was feeling a little lost after completing my degree and not yet well enough to return to work,” says […]
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Digital internships- OU students share the benefits
Open University students Helen, Emma and Antonina completed internships with Marketing Advisers for Schools (and DES digital platform) and share why they recommend an internship as a way to progress your career. They developed their skills, from communication to problem solving and taking initiative, and put what they learned from OU studies into practice. Explore […]
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Find your way in job seeking
Looking for work and need help? This job seeking pack brings together the resources you need to achieve your goals. 1. Map out your journey Every journey starts with a single step, but it’s good to know where you’re heading. Before diving straight into applications, take time to review where you are currently and where […]
OU graduate Linda: My MA is still serving me as a volunteer 20 years later
When Linda Johns studied for a Masters in Education with The Open University 20 years ago, she never expected it would still be serving her at 71 years old. Linda transferred skills from her earlier studies to a volunteering role at the Wren Project, a UK charity offering listening support to people with autoimmune disease. […]
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‘I retrained as a counsellor at 50. Now I see the transformative power of listening in helping others,’ says volunteer manager Sean
OU Psychology and Counselling graduate Sean went on to study for his CPCAB diploma in Integrative Counselling after he graduated. Below, he shares how volunteering for the Wren Project, a charity offering listening support to people with autoimmune disease, led to a rewarding career as Volunteer Manager for the charity. Dive into the Wren Project’s […]
Work towards your dream job, even if it doesn’t exist yet
Thinking about what to do after graduating? Maybe you’re wondering what the job market will be like in 5 years? How will the growth of artificial intelligence affect you? Your dream job might not even exist yet so how can you plan for it and what skills will you need? Here’s some tips from OU […]
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Get workplace ready and future-proof your career
The Open University’s latest research reveals that 54% of UK organisations have a skills shortage, and 71% of young people say they have been considering their career prospects based on which skills are in-demand in the UK. Using Labour Market Information like this helps you make informed decisions, plan for the future, and explore career […]
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From Open University graduate to policing professional – Lindsey’s story
OU psychology and criminology graduate Lindsey Shipton, now Recruitment, Marketing and Engagement Officer at Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary (HIOWC), shares her career journey in policing after graduating. Explore HIOWC’s current exciting career opportunities and optimise your application, CV and interview skills. Hi, I’m Lindsey — a proud Open University graduate and now the […]
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Diversity matters in financial advice – new voices are reshaping the profession
St. James’s Place Financial Adviser Academy is working to challenge outdated perceptions and build a more inclusive pipeline of future advisers. Explore St. James’s Place’s current opportunities. Since its launch, the Academy has supported over 1,800 individuals into advice roles and continues to attract candidates from all walks of life, including career changers, returners, and […]
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From code to confidence: volunteering in a neurodivergent-led tech space
Carole McNally, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Atypify, shares her passion for helping young neurodivergent people gain tech skills in an understanding and inclusive space. Explore volunteering opportunities with Atypify, who are especially keen to hear from neurodivergent women students and graduates who want to explore their strengths in a supportive space. Find out more about […]
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at The Wildlife Trusts
Miriam Bentley-Rose, OU Masters graduate and Strategic Lead for EDI at The Wildlife Trusts, shares her passion and experience in providing an inclusive and supportive work environment and increasing diversity in the environmental sector. Follow The Wildlife Trusts on OpportunityHub and explore opportunities at the organisation. Find out more about Equality and diversity in the […]
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Change the world and change your life by volunteering: Citizen Science with The Woodland Trust
Judith Garforth, Citizen Science Officer at The Woodland Trust, talks about her work with volunteers on the Nature’s Calendar project. Explore Woodland Trust’s current jobs and volunteering opportunities. Read more about environment and development careers, skills and potential employers. Explore work experience and volunteering, how they can help your career, how to find and apply for opportunities […]
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