A collection of really interesting opportunities to explore different careers this week... if you want insights into any of the areas covered, it is a great chance to learn more, or if you are still exploring your options... come with an open mind and see what grabs your attention.
Also are you a Historian with an interesting idea for a business or social enterprise? If so, two great opportunities.. see below! QM has fantastic Enterprise support... don't miss out on training, mentoring and funding!!
Don't forget that the Careers & Enterprise Centre on the ground floor of the Queens' Building is open Monday to Friday 9.30 - 5.00 and you can drop in anytime to find out how we can help you...
Events:
FINAL REMINDER - TONIGHT: 6pm - 7.45pm, Exploring Careers in Law for Non-Law Students. Two of our guests are QM History graduates now working as solicitors. You don’t have to study Law as an undergraduate to become a lawyer - either a Solicitor or a Barrister… law firms are very interested in students from other disciplines. If you would like to find out HOW to become a lawyer and also to hear from QM alumni working in law about how their careers have developed so far.
BOOK YOUR PLACE & more details at https://qmul.targetconnect.net/leap/event.html?id=4717&service=Careers+Service
TOMORROW (Wednesday): 6 - 7.30pm, Exploring Careers in Charities. There's more to the charity sector than raising money, and the industry needs a range of skillsets. Join us as we hear from Charityworks, the organisation behind a 12-month graduate scheme which gives you all the tools you need to build a career in the UK non-profit sector. Through their graduate programme you'll build experience of the sector, gain an understanding of the key issues, and have access to a national network dedicated to making a difference. You’ll do a real job in a placement organisation ranging from national charities like AgeUK and NSPCC to award-winning local housing associations like Poplar HARCA in the East End of London, to national organisations like the National Housing Federation. BOOK YOUR PLACE & more details at https://qmul.targetconnect.net/leap/event.html?id=4785&service=Careers+Service
THURSDAY: 6 - 8pm, Careers in the Community - Working in the Public Sector. The work carried out by public sector workers impacts our day-to-day lives, and public service jobs span a huge range of careers - from central and local government jobs, to those in teaching, health and social work, mental health and the police force. During this event we will hear from a selection of employers offering graduate schemes and opportunities to you, and you will be able to network with a range of recruiters from the public sector. Featured employers: Civil Service, Teach First, Unlocked Graduates, Frontline, Ambitious Futures, Think Ahead
QEnterprise is on the hunt for the most innovative businesses and social enterprises emerging from QMUL.
Are you a QMUL student or graduated less than two years ago? Do you have a business idea or have already started trading? Is your idea the next big thing? Whatever stage you’re at, and whatever subject you study, this is your opportunity to win up to £10,000 in equity-free awards, as well as expert mentoring and dedicated start-up support through our 12-week QIncubator programme.
Apply for one of three QEnterprise funding awards by Sunday 28th October:
• Try It Award: Up to £500
• Grow It Award: Up to £5,000
• Build It Award: Up to £10,000
If you would like to book an appointment to discuss your application, either give us a call on 02078828533 or visit the Careers Information Desk (WG3, Queens’ Building). Applications close on Sunday 28th October at 11:59pm. For more info and how to apply, visit our website.
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Do you want to build a business or social enterprise in a weekend?
On 23rd – 25th November, Gradventure will be hosting the first VentureHack at Queen Mary University of London -
a 3 day event where students from seven University of London colleges will come together to build a start-up from scratch in a weekend.
The competition is open to all ambitious QMUL students who would like to find out what it takes to start a business.
Who is the event for?
- Are you passionate about entrepreneurship and have an idea that can solve a social, economic or environmental issue?
- Are you a student or recent QMUL graduate interested in being mentored by industry experts and business advisers?
- Do you want to get hands on and learn by doing about business design, market research and developing a prototype?
Applications close on Friday 9th November, 11:59pm.
