Careers and employability service

Discover the Careers and Employability Service

Career support for now and your future

 

Our Careers and Employability Service supports you with finding part-time jobs, career planning, work experience and volunteering, graduate jobs, further study or starting up a business.

Whether you're currently studying at the University of Portsmouth or if you've already graduated, we'll help you with your personal and professional development.

 

October career fairs

October Career Fairs

Whether you're looking for work experience, part-time jobs or a graduate career - we've got you covered

October Career Fairs

The Portsmouth Award

The Portsmouth Award

Get recognition for going above and beyond during your time as a student. If you're working part-time, volunteering with the Students' Union, or planning your career journey, you could already be earning The Portsmouth Award! 

Learn more about The Portsmouth Award

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Get Placement Support!

Whether you've just started thinking about completing a placement or you're actively searching for a role, we can help you through our 1-1 appointments. 

Learn more about Placements

 

 

Career Essentials

Get started with CVs, applications, interviews, and everything you need to secure a job!
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Your options

Explore our career guides to get an insight into industries, and understand where your skills and interests can take you.
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Finding a job

Whether you're looking for part-time work, casual roles or graduate jobs - we've got you covered!
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Building work experience

Get hands-on industry experience and showcase your knowledge before you graduate!
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Student Startup support

Whether you're looking to freelance, start a new business or develop an idea, the Student Startup team can support you.
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Career events

We run skills workshops, employer sessions and career fairs. Come along to meet new employers and boost your skills.
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The Portsmouth Award

Our new award is designed to enhance your self-awareness, build your confidence and prepare you for transitioning from course to career.
The Portsmouth Award
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International Student Career Guide

More information about working in the UK as an international student.
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Graduate Careers

Did you know you can access our support for up to 5 years after you graduate? Visit our graduate careers pages to get dedicated support after you complete your degree. 

 

Further support

 


 

Contact Us

Visit our career centre:

Rosalind Franklin East, 28 Guildhall Walk, Portsmouth, PO1 2DD

 

Email us: careers@port.ac.uk

Phone: 023 9284 2684

 

Book an appointment with us