Career insights
Explore inspiring career journeys from our alumni, read student experiences and stay informed with expert advice from our team.
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- Inchirah Adala shares her journey from achieving her PhD to becoming an entrepreneur with the support of the Ingenuity Lab at the University of Nottingham. She offers advice to students thinking about starting their own business.
- Date:
- 14/10/2025
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- Laura Herman shares her experience with psychometric tests during legal applications, highlighting the importance of preparation for situational judgement and Watson Glaser tests, and offering practical tips and resources for success.
- Date:
- 09/10/2025
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- Tim Daglish, a law student, completed a 12-week summer placement at HMCTS, learning new skills, building confidence, and meeting professionals. Tim discovered how the justice system works and explored future career options in the Civil Service.
- Date:
- 09/10/2025
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- Bernadette Dooley provides advice for students graduating in 2026 on how you can stand out from the crowd when making job applications and also how many jobs to apply for - don't go for a scattergun approach, instead target the vacancies or companies that appeal to you.
- Date:
- 07/10/2025
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- Ali Kerem Atansay graduated from UoN and wasn't sure what he wanted to do. After watching a Netflix documentary he was inspired to study for a master's and he now works in Berlin. He shares his tips if you're thinking of working overseas.
- Date:
- 07/10/2025
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- Grace Baranowski talks about her experience on the Nottingham Advantage Award having completed two modules giving her an insight into developing cultural awareness.
- Date:
- 02/10/2025
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- Find out to break to cycle of career procrastination using these top tips to kick-start your career
- Date:
- 02/10/2025
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- Oscar Jenson, natural sciences alumni, talks about his desire to work overseas and how he ended up working in the Netherlands. He also offers advice if you're thinking of working abroad when you graduate.
- Date:
- 30/09/2025
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- Zak Gollings talks about his experience of networking in his local community - simply chatting to people he knew.. He offers his top four tips to help you get started with networking.
- Date:
- 25/09/2025
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- Sejal, UoN student, talks about a module she chose on the Nottingham Advantage Award. She shares her learning, the stand out moments and how the skills gained will help her in the future career.
- Date:
- 23/09/2025
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- Ben Stone, law student, shares his experiences of psychometric tests when applying to law firms. He offers advice on how to prepare for Watson Glaser and situational judgment tests, and he highlights the importance of understanding firm values and competencies.
- Date:
- 18/09/2025
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- Emma O'Flaherty, a geography graduate, transitioned from her studies to working as a program officer for the Australian Government in Canberra. She provides her top tips if you want to work abroad based on her experience.
- Date:
- 20/08/2025
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- Interview anxiety is common. By researching the company, practicing with the STAR technique, using calming strategies like breathing exercises, and reflecting on past interviews, you can build confidence and perform better.
- Date:
- 20/08/2025
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- Tegan Yapp reflects on her month in Fiji with Think Pacific, where she led mental health workshops, immersed herself in the local culture, and developed resilience, communication skills, and lifelong connections.
- Date:
- 15/08/2025
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- Helen Cridland took time out after securing a training contract to travel and reset mentally, exploring Southeast Asia and Australia. The experience boosted her confidence and offered valuable reflection before starting her legal career.
- Date:
- 13/08/2025