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Careers Week: 23-27 February 2026
We know it's scary to think about your career. That’s why we're here to take you through planning and exploring your options step-by-step. You don’t need to have it all figured out – you just need to start.
Careers Week is here to get you started. Find summer work opportunities, hear from inspirational leaders and start thinking about your future.
Coming up this Careers Week
Developing Your Leadership Skills with Hampshire Constabulary
Monday 23 February, 3.30pm-4.30pm, Careers Centre
Join our interactive leadership session with Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary, featuring real police scenarios, guidance, teamwork activities, and practical tips to build confidence and leadership skills.
International students: Graduate job search in the UK
Tuesday 24 February, 10am-11am, Careers Centre
This session shares practical advice on finding UK work after study, including identifying employers and hidden roles, with insights from Tripti Maheshwari, Co-Founder of Student Circus.
Summer Opportunities Fair
Tuesday 24 February, 1pm-4pm, Portland Building
Looking for summer work or an internship? Don’t miss the Summer Opportunities Fair, 1pm-4pm in the Portland Atrium.
Employers will be on hand, offering local and national roles. This is your chance to chat with them, ask questions, and explore opportunities - all in a relaxed setting.
Placement Club
Tuesdays in Richmond Building and Thursdays in Eldon Building, 11am-1pm
Alongside our daily drop-in and 1-1 appointments, you can come to Placement Club and spend a little longer with the team to work on your applications and placement search. You'll be supported by our Placement Advisers and previous placement students.
Psychometric Testing Tips
Thursday 26 February, 1pm-2pm, Careers Centre
If you want to know what a psychometric test is, why they're used and how to perform well, this is the session for you. We will cover the most popular test types employers include in their recruitment and selection processes, looking at what to expect and how to practise.
Minor Setback, Major Comeback - The Art of Resilience hosted by UoP Chancellor Karen Blackett
Thursday 26 February, 4.30pm-7pm, Portland Building
Join us as Karen Blackett, Chancellor of the University of Portsmouth, invites you to our specialist session for PGM students, "Minor Setback, Major Comeback - The Art of Resilience."
This inspiring event features former international athlete Adrian Green alongside the CFO of Sephora UK, a board member of the British Fashion Council and co-founders of a music creative agency - all People of the Global Majority (PGM) excelling in their fields. Discover real-life stories of overcoming setbacks and learn how to build resilience. Whether seeking personal growth or professional insight, this event promises invaluable inspiration.
LinkedIn Essentials and a photograph opportunity for your profile
Friday 27 February, 12.30pm-2.30pm, Eldon Building
Find the whole LinkedIn process intimidating? Want to know why it's important to get your profile right and how to achieve that?
Come along and learn the benefits of using LinkedIn, how to ensure your LinkedIn profile promotes you effectively, and how to make the most out of LinkedIn to improve your job search.
Book your place on LinkedIn Essentials