Navigating the UK Job Market: Career Support for International Students at Liverpool
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Choosing the right university is a critical first step towards achieving your career ambitions. At the University of Liverpool, we provide extensive and personalised career support to ensure you are ready to thrive in the competitive global job market, both during your studies and long after you graduate.
Tailored support for international students
We understand the unique journey our international students face. Our support services are tailored to help you navigate the job application process, understand the UK graduate job market, and achieve your career goals in your chosen field.
Key employability services:
The Liverpool Launchpad: Exclusively for University of Liverpool students, the Liverpool Launchpad initiative guarantees access to career-boosting experiences. This unique blend of employability opportunities spans our vibrant city, our dynamic campus, and prestigious top UK employers. We ensure you develop essential skills, build confidence, and connect with leading employers through diverse, work-based learning opportunities you won’t find elsewhere.
Career studio: We offer a unique, dedicated employability space for students and graduates to drop into any time. The Career Studio is led by students, for students, and is empowered by expert career professionals. Our fully trained Career Coaches provide support with all aspects of planning your career journey:
- Exploring career options and pathways.
- Help with updating your CV and perfecting cover letters.
- Guidance on the UK graduate job market and application processes.
- Preparation for interviews and assessment tests.
- Finding part-time jobs, internships, and work placements.
Careers-embedded study: Employability skills are not just an add-on; they are integrated throughout your student journey. This includes specific learning within your curriculum and a wide variety of extra-curricular, experiential activities and events that form an integral part of your course, ensuring you develop professional skills alongside your academic knowledge.
Our bespoke digital employability tools and platforms are your gateway to success in the professional world. We provide you access to:
- Discover exclusive employer events and recruitment fairs.
- Access opportunities to gain vital experience through placements, internships, and graduate schemes. These resources are designed to provide you with the edge needed to build a professional network and secure your dream role.
- Enhance your performance through preparation and practice for recruitment processes, including industry-standard online tests, video interviews, and gamified assessments.
Success story: From Student to Data Analyst
Hear from a former student who leveraged our support to secure their current role:
My top tip to current students would be to make use of the services provided by the Career Studio as much as you can. They give you career guidance as well as help you find and prepare for the right job. I was always in contact with the Careers and Employability Studio, reaching out to them for CV and cover letter reviews. I would also book one-to-one sessions with the career coaches who would guide me on how to apply for jobs, where to look for jobs, and give tips on how to ace tests and interviews. During the summer, I did an internship as an economic analyst which was also a good learning experience.
Kriti Saha
Studied: Economics MSc
Current Role: Data Analyst at Financial Reporting Council
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