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Job and sector insights

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Are you interested in a specific sector and want to hear from alumni and professionals working in your area of interest?

These events cover a wide range of jobs and sectors that interest UoN students and include our Spotlight On events. At these sessions, you'll discover:

  • the range of jobs on offer within a sector
  • what different jobs involve
  • how to make a successful application

Before the event think about the questions you'd like to ask the speakers. Don't shy away from asking a question as the speakers are there to help you.

Missed one of the online events? Watch the recording of 25+ job and sector webinars on our SharePoint site

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Attending talks like these can only help when exploring your options and is ultimately a great way to take advantage of the university’s resources and connections...

Upcoming events - click on the event title to book your place

  • Learn with a Leader - Jon Moore, CEO of BloombergNEF
    Starts: 17 Feb 2025, 12:00 pm
    Finishes: 17 Feb 2025, 1:30 pm
    Venue: University Park, Monica Partridge Building, D13
    Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a UoN alumnus about his career in the finance sector and what contributed to his success.
  • An evening with Jacob Farley from Epicentre and the IEA
    Starts: 17 Feb 2025, 4:30 pm
    Finishes: 17 Feb 2025, 6:30 pm
    Venue: University Park, Monica Partridge Building, B03
    Politics Society are holding a presentation with Jacob Farley from Epicentre and the IEA on 'The Authoritarian Populism Index', which we will collaborate with SPIR on. This event will delve into the evolving landscape of European politics. 
  • An Audience with Jack Randall (Zoologist and Filmmaker) - Live
    Starts: 17 Feb 2025, 5:30 pm
    Finishes: 17 Feb 2025, 6:30 pm
    Venue: University Park, Engineering Science Learning Centre (ESLC), A09
    Remaining places: 97
    Jack Randall, Made in the Wild founder and host, will be covering his personal experiences in field biology and how to apply your skills for a future career in wildlife conservation, research & media.
  • Spotlight on: Film, TV and Radio
    Starts: 18 Feb 2025, 5:30 pm
    Finishes: 18 Feb 2025, 7:00 pm
    Discover how to break into the Film, TV and Radio industry at our event. Learn from industry professionals about diverse career paths, gain insider tips, and explore how your skills can apply to this exciting field.
  • Insights into the Indian job market
    Starts: 19 Feb 2025, 2:00 pm
    Finishes: 19 Feb 2025, 3:15 pm
    ​Hear from employers, recruitment professionals and alumni about the latest industry trends and how to get a step ahead in the Indian Job Market.
  • School of Politics and International Relations Alumni Conference 2025
    Starts: 20 Feb 2025, 4:00 pm
    Finishes: 20 Feb 2025, 6:30 pm
    Venue: University Park, Portland Building, D37 Careers Event Space
    Remaining places: 20
    Come along to this in-person event to hear from Politics and International Relations Alumni working in a variety of careers. Discover the potential that your degree can unlock! Don't miss out - there'll also be networking opportunities and refreshments.
  • Economics Alumni Careers Conference 2025
    Starts: 24 Feb 2025, 6:00 pm
    Finishes: 24 Feb 2025, 8:00 pm
    Venue: University Park, Sir Clive Granger Building, A48
    Meet UoN Economics graduates from a range of sectors
  • Spotlight On: Research Careers in Industry and Academia
    Starts: 25 Feb 2025, 5:00 pm
    Finishes: 25 Feb 2025, 6:30 pm
    Join our Spotlight On: Research Careers in Industry and Academia to hear a range of speakers talk about their roles, careers journeys and any tips and guidance on entering their field.
  • Spotlight On: Explore roles in Property
    Starts: 4 Mar 2025, 5:30 pm
    Finishes: 4 Mar 2025, 7:00 pm
    Are you interested in a career working with property? Join us at this event where you'll hear from speakers talking about their roles within the sector, their career journey and any advice and guidance on entering their field.
  • Spotlight On: Getting into Teaching
    Starts: 6 Mar 2025, 4:00 pm
    Finishes: 6 Mar 2025, 5:30 pm
    Book onto this online event to hear from a panel of speakers who will demystify the various routes into teaching.
  • Working in the Government Legal Profession
    Starts: 13 Mar 2025, 1:00 pm
    Finishes: 13 Mar 2025, 2:00 pm
    Venue: University Park, Portland Building, D37 Careers Event Space
    Remaining places: 69
    Book your place for the chance to learn what it's like working in the government legal profession. You'll hear from Henry Ripley, Legal Director of the DWP, and Hanna Kokot, a lawyer for the DWP.

 

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