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Spring Careers Fairs and Employer Events

This Spring we are pleased to confirm we will be providing an extensive programme of employer events and a Careers Opportunities Fair on Wednesday 09 March. This will provide the opportunity for all to develop your employability skills and meet potential future employers.

Employer Events

Please see below the list of events we are currently organising this Spring term. Further details and how to join will be added soon or alternatively email fairs@southampton.ac.uk and we will let you know when we have updates of interest.

Summer Internship Event - Monday 21 February (on-campus)

This is your chance to meet with employers and internal departments who have opportunities for paid internships this summer. Open to all students, its never too early to start thinking about career enhancing roles.

Mock Interviews Date TBC (virtual)

Book a 121 appointment virtually to gain some valuable experience with interview situations.

Careers Inclusive Event - Thursday 24 February (virtual)

Listen to two fantastic webinars from our new partners EmployAbility and key recruiters. Further information to follow.

Archaeology Panel Event Date TBC (virtual)

This is your chance to gain insight from Wessex Archaeology and ask questions.

Social Mobility Event Date TBC (virtual)

Further details to follow.

Insight into Publishing Date TBC (virtual)

Ever thought about a career in publishing and want to find out more? We are hosting leading employers in the field who will share their insights.

International Student Careers Event - Monday 07 March (on-campus)

Hear from the VISA team and leading employers for guidance and a chance to learn more about the new Graduate Visa route to working in the UK once you have graduated.

Prepare for the Careers Opportunities Fair - Tuesday 08 March (virtual)

Learn how to make the most of your time at the fair and how to best network with employers from Careers Consultants and the Fairs team.

Careers Opportunities Fair - Wednesday 09 March 11:00 - 16:00 (virtual)

See full details below

Careers Opportunities Fair - Wednesday 09 March 11:00 - 16:00

Hosted on MyCareer, this unmissable Virtual Careers Fair is a fantastic opportunity to network and explore a career with sector-leading organisations. Browse the virtual stands prior to the event and book a 121 chat to find out more and ask your own questions in a private setting. You will also be able to join employer group chats, view job opportunities and company profiles. Open to all students and all year groups.

Information on how to register will be available soon! If you would like further information or would like to discuss accessibility please email fairs@southampton.ac.uk

Why attend Careers Fairs and Employer Events?

Gain valuable insight into potential career areas and sectors.
Increase confidence when making applications and help yourself stand out from the rest.
It is a great chance to ask questions 121 and in group settings.
Developing understanding of the skills and competencies employers are looking for in their recruitment processes.
Sector specific events help give real, personal insight in interested industries and ask any questions you may have.
It is never too early to think about work experience or graduate roles, employers at fairs often have either or both.