CAREERS NEWSLETTER
This newsletter is a collation of all the opportunities we have heard about from employers and universities Please use the links included to read more information and apply to anything you are interested in Links are underlined.
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Year 13 students, you may be wondering what happens once you submit your UCAS application. It is important to note that universities have until 13 May 2026 to respond to you Here is a UCAS guide on “What happens after you submit your application?” and what types of offer you may receive
What’s it like to work at your dream company? HIGHERiN provides lots of reviews for placements, internships, graduate jobs and apprenticeships, all written by university students and school leavers.
The InvestIN Career Quiz is designed to help students aged 15-18 discover an industry that aligns with their aspirations. Through a series of questions, we'll assess your skills and interests, and analyse how these align with different career sectors.
Wed 14th Jan | 18:15 - 19:00. Apprenticeship Hub Live: Interview Preparation and Developing Resilience. Thinking about an apprenticeship whether you’re applying right now or planning ahead? This session gives you the tools to step forward with confidence and show employers exactly why you’re ready for the challenge
Here at RSM UK, we have work shadowing opportunities within Audit, Tax and Consulting for Year 12 and 13s. This three-day in-person work shadowing programme will enable you to immerse yourself into one of our service lines. Apply here - Deadline 31 January 2026. st
“At Virgin Media O₂, we are powered by an epic, diverse and high performing team providing customers with a range of services they love to use and rely on every day. We’re all about working together as one team to put the customer first in everything we do. If your ambition matches ours, see what you can do with us.”
Industrial Cadets: Individual Challenger Experiences with EDT. There are currently two challenger opportunities available; Carbon Capture - Eco Garden project. and TinkerCAD Moon Base Project. They’re aimed at ages 11-16 and take approximately 3 hours. The cost is £25.
If you have any questions or need support, please email lizzie.hedderson@stchris.co.uk
Career of the Week
As a careers advisor you will help people make decisions about their education, training and work options You can work in a variety of fields and may specialise within a number of areas. It's likely you'll work in a generalist role, helping people from many backgrounds and giving impartial advice regarding routes into multiple different careers and industries
In 2024, 87 6% of working age (16-64 years old) graduates were in employment compared to 68.0% of non-graduates.
67.9% of working age (16-64 years old) graduates were in highskilled employment compared to 23 7% of non-graduates
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Delivered by top professionals, InvestIN Summer Experiences enable students to gain up to 65 hours of hands-on experience, featuring excursions to real workplaces, professional development coaching and private networking
Life at a Toyota and Lexus dealership is fast-paced, collaborative, and full of purpose. No matter of your role, you are part of a team that thrives on innovation and customer care. Check out their live apprenticeship opportunities here.
LSE Summer School offers a broad set of courses across a variety of different disciplines. Created by LSE faculty and taught to a degree standard by LSE lecturers, the programmes are designed to give you the same learning experience as full-time students.
The KCL-University Summer School is for students aged 16 and 17 offers the opportunity to prepare you for study at university and get a deeper understanding of subject areas of your choice. Meet with like-minded students from around the world and get a taste of the life on campus at King’s in the heart of London’s iconic landmarks, museums and parks
World Spotlight
Country: Finland
Key Links: Study in Finland | Visa Information
Key Information:
Both types of institution (Universities & Universities of Applied Science) in Finland offer over 500 Bachelors and Masters courses taught in English, in line with the three-tier Bologna process. Annual tuition fees for Bachelors and Masters programmes, typically between €5,000 (£4,301) and €18,000 (£15,483)
As a rough guide you'll need to budget for €700-€900 (£602-£774) per month to live. The cost of living in cities such as Helsinki is more expensive.
More than 22,000 international students study in Finland and there's never been a better time to join them as for the seventh year in a row the country was voted the world's happiest in the World Happiness Report 2024.
“At UCAS, our beneficiaries and customers are central to our purpose, which is rooted in a charity-led mission to connect people to education and lifechanging opportunities. It’s work that feels meaningful, where your expertise contributes to a cause that truly matters. Our culture is inclusive and collaborative, built on trust, accountability, and a shared commitment to increasing participation in education.”
Find out more here.
“At Portsmouth, we’re proud to be a breath of fresh air in the academic world – a place where everyone gets the support they need to achieve their best. We’re always discovering. We don’t fit the mould, we break it. Just as the world keeps moving, so do we. Since the first day we opened our doors, we've looked towards the future. And we're here to help you shape it ”
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