Considering a job in the Public Service? Get TARGETjobs Public Service! November 11, 2009
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We have copies of the brand new, 2010 edition of TARGETjobs Public Service magazine
Featuring:
Guide to job hunting: Three steps to application
Featured career sectors:
- Civil Service and public bodies
- Local government
- Health service
- Emergency services
- Armed forces
- Charities
- Social care
Come and pick up your free copy today from the Careers Centre!
New Target Magazines – Available from the Careers Centre October 22, 2009
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We now have copies of the following TARGETjobs magazines available to take away from the Careers Centre:
Teaching
- Take Control – Create a postive classroom environment
- Application Success – Top tips for course and job applications
- Bring on the boys – Be a positive role model: teach primary
Retail, Management & Sales
- I’m doing nicely, thanks! – Why there are always good jobs for the right type of candidate
- From seminar to boardroom – Essays are out, £million budgets are in
- I think therefore I earn – Using your head to get ahead in the competitive world of sales
Diversity
- Diversity in depth – Essential employment advice about disability, age, race, gender and sexuality
- Dealing with discrimination – Stand up for your rights in the workplace
- Graduate jobs – Equal opportunities employers who are looking to recruit you
Come and pick up your free copy today!
New TARGETjobs magazine May 7, 2009
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We have copies of the brand new May edition of TARGETjobs magazine available for you to take away from the Careers Centre.
Featuring:
Fixing business: a career in professional services – if you want to help companies function better and give them legal, financial or management advice, then a career in professional services could be for you.
Five recession busting ways to find a job: find out how to show recruiters that you can tick all their boxes while also thinking outside them.
Careers advice: at your service – your university careers service will be there for you over the summer. We reveal how you can access expert careers advice even if you’re not on campus.
Now hiring: jobs starting now and when you graduate.
Come and pick up your free copy today!
New copies of TARGETjobs (March 2009) out now! March 11, 2009
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The latest edition of TARGETjobs is out now and available to take away from the Careers Centre.
Featuring:
- Survival of the fittest: Which job-hunter species are you?
- The force behind your career: The armed forces are open to graduates from all backgrounds and with all degrees. Find out how you could fit into the forces
- Spread a little happiness…with your CV: It’s more important than ever to make your CV word perfect. We show you how
- Now hiring: Jobs starting now and when you graduate
Come and pick up your free copy today!
TARGETchances City law for ethnic minorities 2009 February 2, 2009
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Date: June 2009
Place: London
Format: Two-day event
Who’s eligible: Ethnic minority students in the first year of a law degree or the second year of a non-law degree studying at university in the UK or Ireland. All students must have a demonstrable high level of academic achievement.
Number of places available: 200
* We accept applications up to a week before the event, but as many of our events are over subscibed, we encourage students to apply as soon as possible.
Further information:
* Travel expenses are reimbursed
* Refreshments provided
* Overnight accommodation provided
The success of TARGETchances City law for ethnic minorities continues and, with 20 leading City law firms sponsoring the event, this is one of the largest events in the TARGETchances calendar. During the two days you will be able to visit the firms and meet trainees and lawyers to get a valuable insight into this high-profile industry. Find out about the key skills needed for a career in City law and get tips on making a successful application.
For more information and to apply go to www.targetchances.co.uk
TARGETchances investment banking for women 2009 February 2, 2009
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Date: June 2009
Place: London
Format: Two-day event
Who’s eligible: This event is open to all first-year female students from any degree discipline studying at university in the UK, Ireland and Europe. Students should have a demonstrable high level of academic achievement.
Number of places available: tbc
* We accept applications up to a week before the event, but as many of our events are over subscribed, we encourage students to apply as soon as possible.
Further information:
* Travel expenses are reimbursed
* Refreshments provided
* Overnight accommodation provided
TARGETchances investment banking for women is the longest running TARGETchances event and is still one of the most popular and well respected. Open to students in the UK and Europe this event gives you a fantastic insight into investment banking. The event lets you visit leading banks and meet successful people from the industry, a great networking opportunity! During the two days you take part in realistic business games, case studies and get valuable tips from recruiters.
For more information and to apply go to www.targetchances.co.uk
TARGETchances investment banking for ethnic minorities 2009 February 2, 2009
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Date: April 2009
Place: London
Format: Two-day event
Who’s eligible: This event is open to all first-year ethnic minority students from any degree discipline studying at university in the UK or Ireland. Students should have a demonstrable high level of academic achievement.
Number of places available: tbc
* We accept applications up to a week before the event, but as many of our events are over subscribed, we encourage students to apply as soon as possible.
Further information:
* Travel expenses are reimbursed
* Refreshments provided
* Overnight accommodation provided
As one of the longest running events, TARGETchances investment banking for ethnic minorities continues to be one of the most popular and successful in the TARGETchances calendar. It gives you a unique insight into leading investment banks and the wide range of opportunities they offer. A great chance to network with successful people from the industry to ask them the questions you want answers to and make useful contacts.
For more information and to apply go to www.targetchances.co.uk
TARGETchances regional law for ethnic minorities 2009 – Event February 2, 2009
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Date: Spring 2009
Place: Birmingham
Format: One-day event
Who’s eligible: This event is open to ethnic minority students who are in any year of study of a law or non-law degree at university in the UK or Ireland. Students must have a demonstrable high level of academic achievement and be motivated to work in a regional firm.
Number of places available: tbc
* We accept applications up to a week before the event, but as many of our events are over subscribed, we encourage students to apply as soon as possible.
Further information:
* Travel expenses are reimbursed
* Refreshments provided
TARGETchances regional law for ethnic minorities lets you find out about the opportunities available with leading law firms in Birmingham and other regional offices. Building on the success of the first event in 2007, it gives a unique insight into careers in law and offers the chance to meet recent trainees and lawyers from the firms involved. By taking part in business games and case studies you will be able to use and develop the skills needed for a career in this field. Use this event to find out first hand about living and working in a regional firm.
For more information and to apply go to www.targetchances.co.uk
TARGETchances Law Event for Students with Disabilities February 2, 2009
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TARGETchances law for students with disabilities in association with Employment Opportunities
Date: 19 March 2009
Place: London
Format: One day event
Who’s eligible: This event is open to students with a disability who are in any year of study from any degree discipline at a university in the UK and Ireland.
Number of places available: 30
How to apply: Places are limited so apply NOW by submitting your CV and a covering letter to Employment Opportunities at the following e-mail address: bryn.roberts@eopps.org
Further information:
*Travel expenses are reimbursed
*Refreshments provided
TARGETchances law for students with disabilities is a new event sponsored by four leading City law firms in association with Employment Opportunities. It is a one-day event that gives students an opportunity to see inside a law firm, meet representatives from the four firms involved, take part in business games with like-minded students and develop key skills. This is also a fantastic chance to meet the graduate recruiters and network with recent trainees and lawyers to find out first-hand about a career in law.
For more information and to apply go to www.targetchances.co.uk
Postgraduate Fair – Midlands, 4th February 2009 January 16, 2009
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TARGET courses Postgraduate Fair Midlands
12-4pm, 4th February 2009
The Great Hall
University of Birmingham
- The only national postgraduate fair in the Midlands
- Free entry and careers talks
- Talk to representatives from over 45 universities
£10 towards your travel (see website for details)
Pre-register online to skip the queues and collect your free chocolate bar at the fair
