Starting from Monday 21 February, the Careers and Employability Service will be hosting an extensive series of career and employer events over 3 weeks, taking place both on-campus and online.
The Careers Spring Fair is open to all students, across all disciplines and year groups, and is a great chance for you to scope out your next career move and opportunities to better your future. Whether you’re interested in finding out more about summer internships, work placements, graduate roles and routes, or just looking to build on your employability skills for now, there’s something for everyone.
Expect talks with a fantastic panel of guest alumni and speakers with diverse experiences, including from IBM, BBC Audio, Hampshire Constabulary, EmployAbility and many more.
You can also browse and speak to over 30 employers and organisations from a wide range of sectors, such as IQE, Red Funnel, Civil Service Fast Stream and Give A Grad A Go.
Find out more about what’s on at Highfield Campus, Winchester School of Arts and virtually below.
What’s on (Highfield Campus and virtual)
| Date | Event | Information |
| Monday 21 February | Summer Internship Event | Engage with employers and internal departments offering paid summer internships and other work experience opportunities. Learn more about opportunities at EY, McKenzie Limited, the Kings Foundation and more. |
| Wednesday 23 February | Mock Interviews with the National Careers Service | Get some interview practice by booking a virtual 121 appointment with a friendly advisor from the National Careers Service. |
| Thursday 24 February | Inclusive Careers: EmployAbility | Join EmployAbility for the first of our two-part Inclusive Careers Event. This webinar: ‘Mental health: your rights and adjustments in the workplace’ promises to be an empowering and informative session. |
| Thursday 24 February | Inclusive Careers: Employer Insights | Hear from Hampshire Constabulary, FDM Group, the Civil Service Fast Stream and more. The session will explore key areas in inclusive recruitment, reasonable adjustments and accessible workplaces. |
| Monday 28 February | What is the Careers Opportunities Fair all about? | The Careers Opportunities Fair, hosted in March, will consist of virtual stands from 30-40 companies, with opportunities for all students. It can feel daunting using new platforms and navigating around the platform. Join this event and find out everything you need to know about attending the Careers Opportunities Fair! |
| Wednesday 2 March | Exploring Social Mobility: Being Your Authentic Self | Hear an open and honest discussion of social mobility. There will be the opportunity to hear first-hand perspectives on social mobility in education and the workplace with Hampshire Constabulary, KPMG, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and more. |
| Thursday 3 March | Insight into Publishing | Ever thought about a career in publishing? Employers including Chichester Life, InChief, Penguin Random House and HarperCollins will share their insights. |
| Monday 7 March | International Student Careers Event | Hear from alumni, the Careers and Employability Team, the Visas Team and employers to help you navigate visa routes and employment once you leave university. Find out more about opportunities in the UK and internationally. |
| Wednesday 09 March | Careers Opportunities Fair | Register for a space at the unmissable Virtual Careers Fair with stands from over 30 companies and guidance and opportunities for all students. It is a fantastic opportunity to network and explore a career with sector leading organisations. |
For a list of the full programme of events, more information and to book your space, visit the Careers website.
What’s on (Winchester School of Arts)
If you’re looking for work experience within the creative industries, career advice and guidance, interested in working as a freelancer or starting your own business, or need help with your portfolio, CV or cover letter – WSA Careers Week is for you.
Find out more about the range of events, workshops and webinars taking place over on the Students’ Union (SUSU) website.
How to prepare
- Book online in advance of the events. Research the work, opportunities and employers you are interested in and write down a list of questions so you can get all the answers you are looking for.
- Make a good impression. The people you meet during the Careers Spring Fair could potentially be your future colleagues or manager so make sure to wear smart, comfy clothes.
- Be prepared to network. Networking with employers, as well as other like-minded students and alumni, is a great start towards working within your industry/sector.
- Bring your CV and business card. Not necessary for all, however there may be an opportunity to get feedback on your CV from recruiters, and business cards with your contact details can be useful for networking too (or connect online via LinkedIn).
