Fettes Career Partnership Programme GET INVOLVED AND MAKE CONNECTIONS
A UNIQUE COMMUNITY The Fettes Community is a supportive global network of Old Fettesians, current and past parents with a strong connection to Fettes. Our rich, collective experiences create a powerful knowledge base that we can all access. Our careers are diverse, our locations equally so.
“As little as a ten minute conversation can make a big difference.� OF (Inv, Mo 2002-2010)
CAREER DISCOVERY Truly understanding a profession while “Having recently graduated and begun you are still at school or university can a serious job search, the timing of the be a daunting task. By bringing careers Fettes Finance career event was perfect. to life via the Lifting the Lid events we I was able to gain specific knowledge by open a dialogue to aid career discovery. talking to the OF/Parents who work in Finance.” OF (Gl 2007-2009) “I was able to get first hand-advice from people who have managed to succeed in the sector as well as understanding the steps I should be taking to pursue this career.” 6th Form Pupil
UNIVERSITY CHOICES There is only so much you can learn from a university brochure or by touring the campus. We engage recent Fettes leavers with current pupils so that they can share real, first-hand insights.
“It was so funny to hear from a recent leaver who I remember leaving school when I was in 3rd Form. They had some great advice about what the courses are really like.” 6th Form Pupil “Meeting people I knew from school and hearing about the transition from Fettes to university was hugely reassuring.” 6th Form Pupil
WORK EXPERIENCE Getting valid work experience is vital to “Thanks to the Fettes Community career discovery and the subsequent and the work experience advice, job application process. The Fettes I have managed to fill up my summer Community provides a wealth of with an incredible work opportunity. contacts able to provide access to The experience I will gain and the impact work experience. on my CV will be invaluable.” OF (Inv, Mo 2000-2008) “George made a very good impression on my colleagues; he fitted in very well. He showed an enquiring mind and asked a lot of very pertinent questions showing a true interest in studying Law.” Current Parent
CV ADVICE In an increasingly competitive marketplace, job applicants need a CV that stands out with relevant experience and skill. By accessing a professional in your chosen industry, the Fettes Community provides genuine support.
“It was great to be able to speak to someone with such experience in my chosen field. The advice that Alex was able to pass on to me in that short phone call really helped my application.” OF (Inv, Mo 2002-2010) “Sharing my knowledge with a fellow OF was incredibly rewarding. It took minutes of my time but I know how helpful it was.” OF (Ki 93-95)
NETWORKING Growing your own network of “Striking up conversations was professional contacts can take a great easy due to the Fettes connection. deal of time especially when starting From a CEO to a recent fellow graduate out. The Fettes Community Business I felt confident and at ease.” Networking events provide an informal OF (Ki 2003-2008) forum to meet new people from a “I am very keen to start networking in diverse range of careers and roles. the local area and the OF network is undoubtedly a very high calibre one.” OF (Inv, Gl 1990-1997) “I have already received a follow up email from a fellow attendee, so the networking opportunity facilitated a new business contact immediately.” Current Parent
GETTING INVOLVED The best way to keep up to date with the Fettes Career Partnership Programme is to connect with us at www.linkedin.com/school/16194443/ If you can help make a difference by providing CV advice, running a skills session, offering access to internships or work experience or simply bringing your industry to life, please email Karen Jones at kp.jones@fettes.com
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