Employability at University of Birmingham Foundation Pathways

Birmingham’s collection of dedicated careers services is called the Careers Network. It comprises of dedicated specialists offering a range of services for students at all stages of their academic journey.

Here, you can explore options for after your degree, from further study to different career fields both in the UK and overseas. Whatever you decide, you’ll be supported on your next steps and will benefit from help with writing your CV and LinkedIn profile, applying for jobs and succeeding in interviews.

You can take advantage of one-to-one advice, join group presentations and workshops and speak with advisors who are experts in helping international students to succeed.

During your studies at the University, you’ll have many opportunities to develop your global outlook. This means, when you graduate, you’ll be ready for a career anywhere in the world!

Many graduates have gone on to work with multi-national employers — you can use the University’s GoinGlobal resource to research the global jobs market and find opportunities all over the world.

If you’re interested in setting up your own business or social enterprise, the B-Enterprising team will be available to help. They can offer you expert advice, guidance and the support you need to develop your ideas.

Careers Connect is a portal for Birmingham students and graduates where you can find internship and job opportunities, sign up for career events and make an appointment with a Careers Advisor.

At Birmingham, you’ll be able to take advantage of career fairs, workshops and other employability events tailored to your subject area. You’ll also benefit from the University’s alumni network and strong links with many industry bodies.

The University runs a formal employability programme for undergraduate students called the Personal Skills Award. By following the programme, you’ll develop a range of employability skills and learn to express them in a way that will prepare you for entering the jobs market.

The Award is supported by graduate employers from a range of public and private organisations.

The Insight Into platform allows you to explore your options and learn more about different industry sectors and career paths.

Here, you can browse resources like careers advice and interviews with prominent people in different fields, search job vacancies and find listings for Insight Into’s regular events giving an overview of what it’s like to work in different industries.

The University of Birmingham works collaboratively with the University of Nottingham and the University of Warwick to form the BNW International Careers Network.

You’ll benefit from careers events just for international students, including the Connect series, which offers industry insights and opportunities to engage with global employers through podcasts, videos and webinars.

During the first year of your undergraduate degree, you’ll be able to take part in The Birmingham Project. This is a unique opportunity for students to work directly with employers on a collaborative group project.

It’s a great way to develop both your skills and your confidence, as well as getting some work experience.