Careers and employability service

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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.

 

 

 

Work Experience Festival

Tuesday 3 October, 11.00am - 2.00pm, Third space, Students' Union

Introducing our first-ever Work Experience Festival! Your one-stop shop for volunteering opportunities and part-time work.

Find out more about the Work Experience Festival

Graduate recruitment and placement fair

Thursday 19 October, 11.00am - 3.00pm, Ravelin Sports Centre

Our largest career fair is back and in-person for the first time since 2019. The event is open to all students from all degree subjects.

Find out more about the Graduate Recruitment and Placement Fair

 

 

Career Essentials

Get started with CVs, applications, interviews, and everything you need to secure a job!
Student getting help at the Careers & Employability centre
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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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Careers advice for international students

More information about working in the UK as an international student.
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Further support

 


 

Get in touch

Visit our career centre:

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

 

Email: careers@port.ac.uk

Phone: +44 (0)23 9284 2684

 

Book an appointment online