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Discover – What can I do with my degree?

Nutrition and Health degree gives you the skills, knowledge and experience to help people make the right dietary choices.  There are several careers directly related to your degree such as community education officer, dietitian, food technologist, nutritionist and postgraduate study.  You can also explore careers that directly relate to your degree.  Did you know that over 80% of graduate employers will recruit from any degree discipline.      

Develop – Developing skills and experience

If you already have some career ideas, the next step will be to develop your skills and gain some experience to build your confidence and increase your knowledge. You may want to consider volunteering, part-time work or undertaking a placement, which will look fantastic on your CV and increase your chances of gaining graduate employment after completing your degree. It’s also a great way to try out career paths to see what you enjoy and if it’s a good fit for you.

Compete – Getting ready to apply for work or postgraduate study

When you know what you want to do and you’re ready to apply, we have all the tools, tips and advice right here. You can also use this information to help you if you’re at a earlier stage of your career thinking and are applying for part-time work or work placements.

Complete this online pathway to find out where to search online and get faster and more relevant job search results. Then search and apply for all opportunities on our vacancy portal.

Online learning pathway – Job SearchingFind opportunities on our vacancy portal

Your go-to guide, including examples and templates to get you started. You can also get instant detailed feedback on your CV and covering letter using CareerSet.

CV and application adviceOnline pathway – Making applicationsReview your CV online using CareerSet

Get ahead of the competition by reading our top tips or follow our online self-led pathway.

Interview adviceOnline pathway – interviews and assessments

Practice using our online tools or book a mock interview with a Careers Adviser.

Practice online tests at Graduates FirstPractice interviews at Shortlist MeBook a mock interview

How to decide if postgraduate study is right for you, what you should consider and how to apply.

Our top tips and adviceOnline pathway – Postgraduate study

Live opportunities

Take a look at the latest part-time jobs, placements, volunteering opportunities and graduate vacancies that may be of interest to Nutrition and Health students. Select any of the following opportunities to find out more and apply, or search for other opportunities on our vacancy portal.

  • Closing Date: 01/12/2024Location: England – North West.Cats Protection are now recruiting for the position of Rehoming and Welfare Assistant.Work pattern: 15 hours per week working 5 hours per day, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday  Salary: Up to £9,404.25 per year Contract: 18-month fixed term contract We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, […]
  • Closing Date: 27/11/2024Location: England – North West.Environmental Safety Group Industrial Placement – Heysham Power Stations At EDF UK success is personal. We don’t define it, you do. Join our Environmental Safety Group Industrial Placement and you’ll achieve your career goals in the way you want to. All while contributing to our mission […]
  • Closing Date: 29/11/2024Location: England – North West.,England – South East.,England – South West.,Scotland. Overview of the programme Graduates are fundamental to our future. Our programme is unparalleled in supporting talented and ambitious graduates to build a first-class foundation for a rewarding career in the nuclear sector. Sponsored and hosted by the NDA […]
  • Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: England – South East.Please note you must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program. Graduates will not be considered. This is a one-year paid internship June 2025-June 2026. Otsuka Pharmaceutical Europe is proud to be an equal opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive […]
  • Closing Date: 08/01/2025Location: Rest of the world.Fully Funded PhD Positions in Astronomy, Biology, Computer Science, Chemistry & Materials, Data Science & Scientific Computing, Earth Science, Mathematics, Neuroscience, and Physics The Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) is looking for highly qualified candidates with Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees to apply for our PhD program. […]
  • Closing Date: 09/12/2024Location: England – South East.Kent County Council   The Environment Act 2021 has resulted in significant change to how biodiversity is dealt with at the local government level, placing Kent County Council in an important position as it takes the strategic lead across the county in delivering on the Local […]
  • Closing Date: 03/12/2024Location: England – East.Roche fosters diversity, equity and inclusion, representing the communities we serve. When dealing with healthcare on a global scale, diversity is an essential ingredient to success. We believe that inclusion is key to understanding people’s varied healthcare needs. Together, we embrace individuality and share a passion for […]
  • Closing Date: 02/12/2024Location: England – North West.At EDF UK success is personal. We don’t define it, you do. Join our Nuclear Safety Group Industrial Placement and you’ll achieve your career goals in the way you want to. All while contributing to our mission to help Britain achieve Net Zero.  "Electricity is such […]
  • Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: England – South East.As a member of the Europe based part of Otsuka’s Global BD team, this role will be supporting the delivery of due-diligence and scouting priorities. The candidate will gain exposure to the various parts of a global pharmaceutical company including marketing, finance, market access and pricing. […]
  • Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: England – South East.To assist Project Managers in delivering efficient and effective project management across Otsuka Europe and European national Otsuka business. ​To provide project management support on projects, including maintaining the project plan & risk logs.​To assist in supporting and managing administrative aspects of assigned projects from project […]
  • Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: England – South East.To provide business administrative support to the OPEL Medical affairs Team. In collaboration with OPEL Medical lead support medical and scientific initiatives necessary to achieve specific product related business objectives​.Perform medical affairs activities related to a specific pharmaceutical product or scientific purpose.Deliver activities based on sound […]
  • Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: England – South East.Assist in the support of the of Logistics & Distribution operations for Otsuka’s European Pharmaceutical Products.?The role of Logistics & Distribution Intern will include, but is not necessarily limited to;? Support of all aspects of the transport logistics for Otsuka’s pharmaceutical raw materials, intermediates & finished […]
  • Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: England – South East.The market access intern is an entry grade role into pharmaceutical market access. The role aims to provide a broad experience of market access in Europe and related areas, including health technology assessment and pricing. In addition, the role will provide exposure to a wide range […]
  • Closing Date: 13/12/2024Location: England – North West.The proposed placement project focuses on independent research to source resources exemplifying best teaching practices in higher education. The work experience individual will be tasked with identifying a variety of multimedia resources—such as articles, videos, podcasts, and case studies—that demonstrate effective pedagogical approaches. These resources will […]
  • Closing Date: 13/12/2024Location: England – North West.As part of a newly established greenhouse consortium (video link: https://youtu.be/6Nqjg96pwgI?feature=shared), we are looking for students that would be interested in getting involved in the collecting and processing of data from commercial greenhouses. The project is part of a larger initiative, that aims to improve light […]
  • Closing Date: 02/12/2024Location: England – North West.90% of schools use CGP books, making us the UK’s No.1 educational publisher. We’re successful because we’re adaptable and quick to market with new products, and that’s where you come in.We’re looking for a Product Developer to join us at our Lake District Head Office. You’ll […]
  • Closing Date: 27/11/2024Location: England – North West.Science and Engineering Industrial Placements – Heysham Power Station At EDF UK success is personal. We don’t define it, you do. Join our Science and Engineering Industrial Placement and you’ll achieve your career goals in the way you want to. All while contributing to our mission […]
  • Closing Date: 01/12/2024Location: England – East.About Roche: We believe it’s urgent to deliver medical solutions right now – even as we develop innovations for the future. We are passionate about transforming patients’ lives. We are courageous in both decision and action. We believe that good business means a better world. That is […]
  • Closing Date: 05/12/2024Location: England – North West.,England – South West.,England – West Midlands.Shape a sustainable tomorrow Do you want to join a team that asks questions and dares to see things differently? A team that is engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We are AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering […]
  • Closing Date: 10/12/2024Location: Scotland. Overview of the programme Graduates are fundamental to our future. Our programme is unparalleled in supporting talented and ambitious graduates to build a first-class foundation for a rewarding career in the nuclear sector. As a Dounreay direct entrant Graduate, during your time on the programme you will be given […]

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