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.

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The Enterprise Programme

Ever considered freelancing or starting your own business? This programme is delivered in a flexible style, and designed to meet you where you are in your start-up journey so you can get involved with the activities that are most relevant to you.

Develop your enterprise skills

 

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Minor Setback, Major Comeback: The Art of Resillience

Karen Blackett, Chancellor of the University of Portsmouth, personally invites you to "Minor Setback, Major Comeback - The Art of Resilience" an event you won't want to miss, featuring special guests including Tim Campbell, winner of BBC One's The Apprentice.

Reserve your palce

 

 

CVs, applications and interviews

PLUS support with assessment centres, psychometric tests, portfolios and LinkedIn - all the essentials!
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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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Placements and Volunteering

Get hands-on industry experience and showcase your knowledge before you graduate!
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Career options and guides

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