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Career support during your degree and for up to 5 years after you graduate.
Careers and Employability 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.
16-20 November 2026
Join us for a week of celebrations and activities focused on student enterprise. Learn where to start if you're thinking of working for yourself, and meet like-minded people at our Entrepreneurial Collective networking.
1-1 coaching with professionals at IBM
Gain personalised career coaching from an IBM professional through one-to-one sessions designed to build your confidence, develop employability skills and help you make informed decisions about your future career.
CVs, applications and interviews
CVs, applications and interviews plus support with assessment centres, psychometric tests, portfolios and LinkedIn - all the essentials.
Finding a job
Whether you're looking for part-time work, casual roles or graduate jobs - we've got you covered.
Placements, Volunteering and Internships
Get hands-on industry experience and showcase your knowledge before you graduate.
Career options and guides
Explore our career guides to get an insight into industries, and understand where your skills and interests can take you.
Student Startup support
Whether you're looking to freelance, start a new business or develop an idea, the Student Startup team can support you.
Career events
We run skills workshops, employer sessions and career fairs. Come along to meet new employers and boost your skills.
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.
International Student Career Guide
More information about working in the UK as an international student.
Further support
Access Career Support
You can get online or in-person support throughout your degree and for up to 5 years after you graduate.
Visit our Careers Centre
Rosalind Franklin East, 28 Guildhall Walk, PO1 2DD
Opening Times:
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Monday: 9.30am-4.00pm
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Tuesday: 9.30am-4.00pm
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Wednesday: 10.30am-4.00pm
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Thursday: 9.30am-4.00pm
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Friday: 9.30am-4.00pm
Email us: [email protected]
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