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Monthly Archives: February 2014

The Art of Sustainability…
Work experience

The Art of Sustainability…

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Ian Scrase • Leave a comment

We have once again opened applications for the Green Steps @ Warwick sustainability programme. We are often inundated by applications from engineering, law, psychology and business students, which is great as these students bring a range of experiences, skills and approaches and make a really valuable contribution. But we do have just one question: where … Continue reading →

Work experience: Variety is the spice of life!
Warwick / Work experience

Work experience: Variety is the spice of life!

Posted on February 20, 2014 by Helen Stringer • Leave a comment

To celebrate  #getexp2014 week in Student Careers & Skills, we asked Kimberley Brett, final year psychology student, to blog about her experiences as volunteer and Warwick intern and share her thoughts on the value, benefits and learning that she has taken from these varied experiences. I think she rather enjoyed herself too…! Continue reading →

Be a STAR! How to shine at applications and interviews
Applications / Interviews

Be a STAR! How to shine at applications and interviews

Posted on February 17, 2014 by Helen Stringer • 4 Comments

Whether you are completing an application form or preparing for an interview, the STAR approach can help you structure your answers and focus on the evidence. It’s a good way to optimise your responses and use the space or time available to persuade the employer you have what it takes. Continue reading →

Tips for getting into publishing and journalism
Job market / Work experience

Tips for getting into publishing and journalism

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Helen Stringer • 1 Comment

We’ve been busy this term hosting our series job sector events, designed to give you a window into the professional world. Last week it was the turn of publishing and journalism – a big draw for Warwick students. Julia Morrongiello, final year PPE student and careers rep, went along to get the inside view. Continue reading →

Do 3 things to help yourself….
Job market / Work experience

Do 3 things to help yourself….

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Helen Stringer • Leave a comment

A few weeks ago, I wrote a post catchily titled, “Five ways we can help you” as an open invitation to make good use of all the (free!) services we provide. I promised a follow on post, and here it is. There’s just one difference: this time the focus is squarely on you. Continue reading →

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