City employability events 2019/20: School of Mathematics, Computer Science & Engineering

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School of Mathematics, Computer Science & Engineering Employability events 2019/20

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Sponsors of the School of Mathematics, Computer Science & Engineering Employability events guide 2019/20 KPMG is proud to be sponsoring the guide this year and as the Recruitment Officer I look forward to meeting as many of you as possible at the Engineering and Technology Fair and throughout the year at campus events.

KPMG in the UK is part of a global network of firms offering audit, tax and pensions, consulting, deal advisory and technology services.

We work shoulder-to-shoulder with clients, to help them to solve some of the most complex business challenges, applying innovative approaches, deep expertise and the power of new technologies.

Graduate and undergraduate trainees at KPMG have the opportunity to join a people-led organisation, be part of an inspiring team and work with some of the brightest minds in business – all while embracing technologies of the future. We work across the broadest range of clients and sectors, from the biggest multinationals through to the most innovative start-ups. Focused on delivering the highest quality, we have a simple vision: to be the clear choice for our clients, our people and the communities we work in.

Mat Fowler Recruitment Officer, KPMG

We are delighted to present our programme of employability events for the School of Mathematics, Computer Science & Engineering (SMCSE) 2019/20, designed in collaboration with the School.

These events aim to give you an insight into a range of career options and the skills you will need to successfully apply for work experience, summer placements, year-long placements, graduate and postgraduate jobs within the mathematics, computer science and engineering sectors.

You will have numerous opportunities to hear from and network with a range of professionals, employers and alumni from the School.

This guide will help you identify what you want from a future career, choose a sector or role that interests you and help you to explore and achieve your career goals and maximise your student experience at City.

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Email enquiries careersevents@city.ac.uk

Telephone enquiries +44 (0)20 7040 8093

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Help with your career Professional Liaison Unit (PLU) The School of Mathematics, Computer Science & Engineering strongly encourages all of its students to undertake valuable professional experience as part of their degree as it is an excellent way to get an insight in to the industry. The Professional Liaison Unit (PLU) works closely with students and employers to support internships and industrial placements, which usually take place during the penultimate year of study.

There are numerous benefits to gaining professional experience, including: • Having a competitive edge when entering the graduate job market • Placements are paid • Placement students develop professional skills as well as industry-specific technical skills.

Each year, the PLU advertise hundreds of placement and internship vacancies which students can access through InPlace.

Each departmen is allocated a specialist Work Based Learning Advisor from the PLU to support their students.

Email enquiries smcse-placements@city.ac.uk

Find out more and view previous placement student profiles www.city.ac.uk/smcse/ placements-internships

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Meet your careers consultant The careers consultants deliver specific careers workshops throughout the year for all School of Mathematics, Computer Science & Engineering students, including offering general career advice and CV and application checking. These can be booked online via CareersHub.

Neela Nawathe Careers Consultant +44 (0)20 7040 4698 careers@city.ac.uk Neela’s specialisms include: Education (primary, secondary, apprenticeships, pre-entry, university, postgraduate), business management and retail.

Events Programme 2019/20 The location for each event will be published on careershub.ac.uk.uk/students once they are confirmed.

Critical analysis, decision making and communication with Redrow Homes

Introduction to the UK technology sector

Monday 7th October 2019, 18:00 – 20:00

Find out what this industry really looks like in 2019/20. The event is suitable for any students with a curiosity about or interest in working in the technology sector in the UK. By the attending this workshop you will discover: • The scope and scale of the UK technology industry • What the current key technology sector trends are and the jobs attached to them • How to be competitive as a student job hunter in this ever-changing marketplace.

Students will work in three critical analysis groups where each individual will make decisions based on their analysis and we will then see what impacts their analysis have. We will cover the importance of communication during analysis, decision making and implementation. On a real work site these skills are extremely important but are normally neglected.

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The Civil Service Fast Stream: Preparing for recruitment tests Wednesday 9th October 2019, 18:00 – 19:30 Graduates from the Civil Service Fast Stream will give an introduction to the programme and their experience of it.

They will talk you through the application process and provide advice on preparing for each stage, especially recruitment tests and where they use them during the recruitment process.

By attending this event you will: • Understand what opportunities the Civil Service Fast Stream has • Have a clear understanding of what the application process looks like • Understand how to maximise your chances of success when it comes to tackling recruitment tests.

Thursday 10th October 2019, 12:00 – 13:00

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Computer Science speed networking Monday 14th October 2019, 14:00 – 17:00 Industry experts including City alumni will talk about their career journeys in financial technology, software development, web technologies and support and analyst roles. Through networking with industry professionals at this event, you will be better able to make informed decisions about your career and write stronger applications for jobs.

Students are required to register for the event as limited places are available. Information about registration will be sent at the start of term.

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What an outstanding technology graduate looks like in 2019/2020 Thursday 17th October 2019, 12:00 – 13:00 It’s regularly reported that there is a major shortage of IT professionals in the UK compared to how many tech vacancies there are. Technology vacancies, including graduate opportunities go unfilled every year. Having a degree is just not enough.

Attend this event and understand better: • The skill-set that makes a technology student or graduate really employable • The mentalities that make a technology student or graduate really employable • The opinions of real-life employers and recruiters.

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Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering speed networking

A career in foreign exchange Monday 21st October 2019, 18:00 – 20:00 This session introduces the foreign exchange (FX) industry, enabling you to gain an understanding of different FX transactions and the market participants involved. You will learn financial vocabulary relating to FX concepts that will be useful to understand prior to an interview.

By attending the event you will: • Learn about FX transactions and its role in the financial markets • Gain an understanding of the roles available in the FX industry and the skills required to succeed • Understand commercial awareness and how to use it during interviews.

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Friday 18th October 2019, 18:00 – 21:00 Experts from the mechanical and aeronautical engineering industry will be represented at this event, with time allocated for you to network over refreshments. Through networking with industry professionals, you will be better able to make informed decisions about your career and understand how to submit stronger applications for placements, summer internships and jobs. As places are limited you are required to register to attend this event. Information about registration will be at the start of term.

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Tech@City Placements & Internships Recruitment Fair Monday 21st October 2019, 14:00 – 16:30 This Fair is a placements and internship recruitment event with a focus on tech careers, programming, games development, tech support and a variety of technical opportunities. Some of the exhibiting employers will be carrying out informal interviews and running tech tests on the day. If you make a good impression and bring along copies of your CV, this event may help you secure your placement or summer internship.

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Electrical and Electronic Engineering speed networking Tuesday 22nd October 2019, 17:30 – 21:00 Experts from the electrical and electronic engineering industries will be represented at this event, with time allocated for you to network over refreshments. Through networking with industry professionals, you will be better able to make informed decisions about your career and understand how to submit stronger applications for placements, summer internships and jobs. As places are limited you are required to register to attend this event. Information about registration will be at the start of term.

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Writing application forms for technology graduate programmes Thursday 24th October 2019, 12:00 – 13:00 This interactive webinar is intended for students who are finding graduate programme application forms lengthy, overwhelming and time-consuming.

By watching this webinar, you will discover: • How to answer the competency and motivational questions • The difference behind an employer rejecting you at online application stage and progressing you to the next stage in the process • Real-life examples from technology graduate program application forms.

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Developing a behavioural scoring model for customers and estimating the probability of default Thursday 24th October 2019, 18:00 – 20:00 This workshop is for any student interested in the application of mathematical modelling in financial institutions. We will explore the use of rating models across different areas of financial institutions and the different steps involved in the development of a behavioural scoring model, followed by a practical case study.

Learning outcomes: • How to develop a behavioural scoring model • Assess the performance of a behavioural scoring model • Use the output of the behavioural scoring model to estimate the probability of default and how to calibrate the model.

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Mathematics speed networking Friday 25th October 2019, 17:30 – 21:00 Through networking with industry professionals at this event, you will be better able to make informed decisions about your career and understand how to submit stronger applications for jobs.

Experts from sectors such as finance, banking and accountancy will be represented. Time is also allocated after the main event for students to network over refreshments. Students are required to register for the event as limited places are available. Information about registration will be sent at the start of term.

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A career in corporate B2B sales Monday 28th October 2019, 18:00 – 20:00 Led by Carl Latham, Head of Account Management at GlobalData, this session will cover the skills and attitudes needed to succeed, as well as progression and financial rewards.

Carl will cover what employers are looking for, tips for highlighting key points on your CV as well as interview advice. He will also discuss how public speaking has helped advance his career.

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Pivotal software Industry Insight Tuesday 29th October 2019, 08:45 – 12:30 With offices around the world, Pivotal is a software development company working across industries including automotive, financial services, industrial, media, retail, government, technology and telecommunications.

Pivotal is looking for ten City students to join them for this Industry Insight, which will be open to all SMCSE and Cass final year and postgraduate students. Pivotal is deeply committed to hiring people with diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.

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Mastering the application process for your dream role in mathematics Thursday 7th November 2019, 12:00 – 13:00 This session will focus on the application processes involved in securing your dream graduate job in mathematics. The session will be attended by an employer from a top firm, an alumnus of City and your dedicated maths careers consultant.

By the end of the session you will be able to write an effective application.

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Engineering and Technology Fair by EqualEngineers Wednesday 30 October 2019, 12:00 – 16:00 th

EqualEngineers connects inclusive employers with diverse talent in engineering and technology.

EqualEngineers want to increase social mobility by specifically targeting female, ethnic minority, LGBT+, disabled engineers and other underrepresented groups in the profession. At this Fair you can find out about apprenticeships, placements, internships, graduate and returnship opportunities from engineering and technology employers.

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Thursday 31st October 2019, 12:00 – 13:00 Technical interviews can form a core part of the technology industry recruitment process.

It is not always clear what happens in them and how you should handle them. This workshop addresses these questions head on.

Attend this event and understand better: • Different formats of technical interview • Example questions and how to tackle them • W hat employers and recruiters are really looking for in their questions.

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Thursday 21st November 2019, 18:00 – 20:00 Final year students and recent graduates from selected courses are invited to take part in a speed recruitment session with employers who have live opportunities. The speed recruitment events provide you with the great opportunity to: • Network with employers to hear more about their opportunities • Potentially be shortlisted by employers and launch your graduate job hunt • Get familiarised with the various roles that are available within organisations.

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Succeeding in technical job interviews

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STEM speed recruitment

Off-campus careers events Throughout the year employers open their doors to students by offering insight opportunities, presentations and networking opportunities at their offices.

View the off-campus careers event listing on City CareersHub.

Find out more careershub.city.ac.uk/students

PANEL EVENTS Our panel events are a fantastic opportunity to explore and discover the range of sectors, industries and opportunities available to you; from investment banking to engineering, government and international relations to creative industries.

You will have the opportunity to ask questions to a range of industry professionals and experts who will share their own career stories, top-tips and industry news. These panels are a great way to network and are open to all City students, regardless of year group or course.

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Monday 14 October 2019

18:00 – 20:00

Discover options with an engineering degree panel

Thursday 17th October 2019

18:00 – 20:00

Explore opportunities in finance and accountancy panel

Thursday 17th October 2019

18:00 – 20:00

Discover options with a technology degree panel

Thursday 24th October 2019

18:00 – 20:00

Explore opportunities in cyber security panel

Monday 3rd February 2020

18:00 – 20:00

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Experts from top organisations will typically cover: • Their own employability journey including “a day in their role” • Soft skills, academic qualifications and work experience that students need in order to secure a placement or graduate position • Top tips for applications, interviews and assessment centres.

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CAREERS ESSENTIALS The following workshops are delivered by careers consultants and are open to all students from any degree discipline. They are designed to cover the essential information you will need to plan your career. All events can be booked through CareersHub: careershub.city.ac.uk/students.

Finding part-time work Wednesday 25th September 2019, 12:00 – 13:00 Do you want to earn while you learn and develop your skills? Join us to find out more about City’s Unitemps service and other ways to find part-time work on and off campus. We will look at what makes an effective CV and covering letter for part-time work and you will gain practical tips and resources to support you in gaining part-time work during your studies.

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Understanding yourself and your career choices Wednesday 2nd October 2019, 12:00 – 13:00 The first step in making an effective career plan is to understand yourself and what you want from your career.

This session will help you reflect on your skills, strengths, values, interests and how these will impact your future plans. By the end of the session you will have a clearer sense of what you want from your career, which will support you in your future research.

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How to find an internship, placement or volunteering opportunity Wednesday 25 September 2019, 13:00 – 14:00 th

This session will help you understand the value of internships, placements and volunteering and how to find and secure opportunities. You will learn about resources that can help you with your search, understand what the recruitment process might involve and make more effective applications. By the end of the session, you will have gained tips and resources which will support you in gaining relevant professional experience.

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Planning your future Wednesday 9th October 2019, 13:00 – 14:00 Making career decisions can be a difficult and complex process. This session will help you to identify resources which can help you with your career research and discuss factors which might influence your decision making. You will consider different models of decision-making and consider which might be most appropriate for you. By the end of the session you will have produced a basic career plan.

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CVs, covering letters and applications Wednesday 16th October 2019, 12:00 – 13:00 This workshop will help you recognise the key factors that make an effective application, looking at both content and structure. This is a great opportunity to pick up some practical tips which will set your application apart from the others. By the end of the session you will be able to write an effective CV, covering letter and application.

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Interviews and assessment centres Wednesday 6th November 2019, 12:00 – 13:00 In this session, you will learn how to prepare for interviews and how to answer competency, strengths-based and tricky questions. We will also look at the various activities that could take place at an assessment centre and what employers are looking for in each of them. The session will help you to present with confidence and minimise your anxiety about going to interviews and assessment centres.

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Developing and demonstrating commercial awareness Wednesday 23 October 2019, 13:00 – 14:00 rd

Commercial awareness is a term you may have heard and be unsure exactly what it means. This session will help you understand what commercial awareness is, how employers assess it and how you can develop it. Crucially, you will also learn how to demonstrate your awareness to employers during the recruitment process.

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Networking and making professional contacts Wednesday 30th October 2019, 15:00 – 17:00 Being able to network in a confident and effective way is important for building personal brand and increasing employability. This session will explore the benefits of networking and developing strong professional relationships. You will learn what makes effective networking and will increase your confidence in handling all kinds of networking scenarios.

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International students: Working in the UK Thursday 7th November 2019, 13:00 – 15:00 This session, run in conjunction with the International Advice team, is for current students on a Tier 4 visa who wish to stay and work in the UK after their course. It will provide an insight into the options for working in the UK for international graduates, what employers are looking for and highlight advice and support open to students.

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Mock assessment centre Wednesday 20th November 2019, 13:00 – 16:00 Try out some of the practical exercises which employers use at assessment centres and receive feedback about your performance. This session will help you prepare both practically and mentally for an employer’s assessment centre. You will feel more confident about taking part in assessment centres and understand their role in recruitment and selection.

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CAREERS FAIRS Fairs offer a unique opportunity for you to meet a vast range of organisations in just a couple of hours who offer graduate and postgraduate roles as well as first year, placement and internship opportunities.

By attending, you will have the chance to network with representatives from a range of public and private sector organisations; including law firms, charities, barristers’ chambers, banks, tech and engineering firms and more, depending on the Fair you attend. You will also have the opportunity to hear from representatives about their responsibilities and personal experiences.

Accessibility hour The first hour (14:00 – 15:00) of the Fairs will be designated as an Accessibility Hour, allowing students who have access needs and requirements advance access to the employers available, in order to have uninterrupted and meaningful conversations about the roles on offer.

Business, Finance and Economics Fair sponsored by Mazars Wednesday 2nd October 2019, 14:00 – 16:30 Find out more https://buff.ly/2vveQot Law and Social Sciences Fair sponsored by Pinsent Masons LLP Wednesday 16th October 2019, 14:00 – 16:30 Find out more https://buff.ly/2PAZHv7 Engineering and Technology Fair sponsored by Tata Consultancy Services Wednesday 6th November 2019, 14:00 – 16:30 Find out more https://buff.ly/2URHiLo Graduate Jobs Fair 2020 Wednesday 24th June 2020, 14:00 – 16:30 Find out more https://buff.ly/2GYeg93

Gain fast track entry to the Fairs: The Careers Service, in partnership with Fair sponsors, will be hosting Fair preparation sessions ahead of the Fairs, to give you their best networking tips and discuss best practice for making the most of the Fair.

Students who register and attend the Fair preparation session will be given a fast track pass which will allow priority entry to the corresponding Fair (30 minutes before general entry).

Fair break-out sessions Making the most of the Business, Finance and Economics Fair Monday 30th September 2019, 13:00 – 14:00 Find out more https://buff.ly/2ZW0kUz Making the most of the Law and Social Sciences Fair Monday 14th October 2019, 13:00 – 14:00 Find out more https://buff.ly/2H00Eu4 Making the most of the Engineering and Technology Fair Monday 4th November 2019, 13:00 – 14:00 Find out more https://buff.ly/2JeTgga

A select group of organisations will deliver break-out sessions during each of the Fairs, aiming to enhance your careerreadiness, confidence and motivation to succeed in your career search. The breakout sessions will explore topics such as commercial awareness and how to write winning application forms to specific industries. The sessions are a great opportunity to get direct tips from the employers exhibiting at the Fair.

During the Fair, there will be a free CV checking service. If you have a CV that you would like reviewed by one of our careers consultants, bring it along.

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Employability Skills Programme The Employability Skills Programme, sponsored by ProjectSet, will prepare you for your transition from education to work, exploring all aspects of the selection and recruitment process. These sessions will cover the skills that are most valued by recruiters, how you can reflect on these and how to articulate your experiences clearly when talking to employers.

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Tuesday 1st October

13:00 – 14:00

Part 1: What skills are employers actually looking for?

How to develop these through the ESP Programme with HSBC

Tuesday 1st October

18:00 – 19:00

Part 2: Online applications: Tackling them and what happens next with KPMG

Tuesday 8th October

13:00 – 14:00

Part 3: Phone and video interviews: How best to prepare with Transport for London

Tuesday 8th October

18:00 – 19:00

Part 4: In-person interviews: What do employers really want to hear with Barclays

Tuesday 15th October

13:00 – 14:00

Part 5: Commercial awareness: What is this and how to develop it with Linklaters LLP

Tuesday 15th October

18:00 – 19:00

Part 6: Case studies: How to prepare and ace them with Capco

Tuesday 22nd October

13:00 – 14:00

Part 7: Assessment centres: How to get noticed by the recruiters with Experian

Tuesday 22nd October

18:00 – 19:00

Part 8: Identifying your strengths: How to demonstrate them in the workplace with EY

Tuesday 29th October

13:00 – 14:00

Part 9: Personal branding: How to develop your network with Allen and Overy

Tuesday 29th October

18:00 – 19:00

Part 10: What to expect from the workplace: Your first month with Accenture

If you attend eight of the ten sessions and complete a reflective review you will receive a certificate of participation presented on Tuesday 12th November, 18:00 – 20:00 by our sponsor, ProjectSet.

EVENTS TO LOOK OUT FOR Spring term

The following events are planned for the spring term 2020. More information about these events will be provided on City CareersHub. Worldwide careers opportunities panel (part of International City Week) February 2020, 18:00 – 20:00 As part of International City Week, this panel event will provide you with useful insights into the breadth of opportunities available globally to help broaden your scope when applying for jobs globally. This event will enable you to: • Network and connect with like-minded individuals and industry professionals • Appreciate why international experience is an incredible advantage for graduates in today’s job market • Understand the benefits and challenges of pursuing an international career.

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Surviving or thriving: Mental health awareness in the workplace Friday 7th February 2020, 13:00 – 15:00 In this panel you will hear from professionals across various sectors discussing how you can survive and thrive in your professional life with a mental health condition. The aim of the event is to raise awareness on mental health in the workplace, inform you of the types of reasonable adjustments that exist post-disclosure and discuss what well-being is in a practical sense.

All students, whether you have a mental health condition, are interested in the subject or would just like more information about reducing stress are welcome to attend.

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More events to be confirmed throughout the year.

Find out the latest information and updates careershub.city.ac.uk/students 14|15

LGBT+ workplace equality: Increasing inclusion Monday 10th February 2020, 18:00 – 20:00 This event is aimed at the LGBT+ community at City, their friends and allies to discuss ways to create an inclusive work environment. Discover different models of LGBT+ inclusion in diverse sectors with this event hosted by City’s Careers Service in collaboration with the Students’ Union. There is an opportunity for you to participate in a Q&A forum and listen to a range of professionals from top organisations, followed by a networking reception.

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International Women’s Day: Successful women in the workplace Friday 6th March 2020, 13:00 – 15:00 To mark International Women’s Day, the Careers Service is hosting a panel which has an exciting line up of highly successful women in a variety of sectors. The event aims to help women plan, progress and become more successful in their chosen careers. There is an opportunity for you to participate in a Q&A forum and listen to a range of professionals share their thoughts on what success looks like to them, followed by networking.

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Women in tech Friday 6th March 2020, 16:00 – 20:00 With industry professionals in attendance, the aim of this event is to provide you with a platform to ask professionals a range of questions and establish what professional life is like for women in the tech sector over networking and refreshments.

The type of information you can find out is: • How they got to where they are now • A typical day in their role • What skills are needed to succeed.

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SME placements and internship recruitment Fair March 2020, 13:00 – 16:00 This Fair gives MCSE undergraduate students seeking placements, internships or projects the opportunity to meet a range of SMEs, including alumni start-ups with live vacancies.

Students will have the opportunity to provide employers with their CVs and some employers will be offering students the opportunity to sit recruitment tests.

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engineering.com/ webinars Visit this site throughout the year to listen to useful webinars related to the engineering industry, which can develop your commercial awareness and broaden your understanding of the sector.

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