Careers Fair October 2024

(Please note that that the fair will be open between 9.30-10.00 for those students that prefer a quieter space to speak with the exhibitors)

Connect with employers from a range of sectors, explore different industries and find out about volunteering, placements, part-time employment and graduate opportunities on offer. On the day, you’ll find exhibitors on both levels of The Hub, Hale Hall and in Sages.

Who is offering what?

Preview the opportunities that organisations are offering ahead of the day.

Why should I attend?

• Find out about opportunities that interest you.
• Ask employers anything and get advice on how to apply.
• Access EHU postgraduate study information and advice.
• Visit our LinkedIn stand, get your photo taken for your profile and receive expert advice on how to create a professional LinkedIn profile.
• Speak to the Student Opportunity Fund to see how their funding can help you achieve your dream job.
• Get advice from the Careers team during the event. Importantly offering tips on what to ask employers, which employers you should meet and much more.

Get Ready For The Fair

Why not book onto one of our Prepare for the Fair Workshops, we are running three workshops prior to the Careers Fair to help you make the most of the day.

Thursday 10th October 12.00-12.30 Room B004 (Business School)

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Tuesday 15th October 12.30-1.00 Room Willow (Catalyst Building)

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Thursday 16th October 1.00-1.30 virtual workshop via Teams

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Stand out from the crowd and do some preparation for the fair

Watch our short video about making the most of the day:

Have a look at this article:

5 Ways to make the most of careers fairs

Take this 30 minute course which is full of great advice about taking advantage of the opportunities presented by Uni Careers Fairs: Target Jobs Pathway:

Taking advantage of opportunities

Come and see us at the Careers stand in Hale Hall to find out more about our short “communicating confidently with employers” sessions which will be running throughout the day.

What else is taking place throughout the day?

NWROCU (North West Regional Crime Unit) 12 month paid Industry Placement Opportunity Presentation

1.30-2.30 – Room: LP 0.25 (Lecture Theatre) Psychology and Law Building.

Come along and meet the team from NWROCU who will be delivering a presentation about the year in industry opportunity that is open to 2nd year students a Edge Hill University.

This opportunity is within the Finance Intelligence Team at NWROCU , the team will give an overview of the role and the department that students will be working within along with the recruitment and vetting process too.

To book a place please click the link below:

Book your place here

Employer Mentoring Programme Information Session

12:00-1:00 – Room THF02/03, Tech Hub

• Edge Hill University has partnered with world-leading commercial and government organisations to offer mentoring to Edge Hill students.
• With a limited number of places on the Employer Mentoring Programme starting in January 2025, you will be assigned a mentor from one of our industry partners.
• Your mentor will guide you through the world of work and help you deal with the challenges of being at university.
• You and your mentor will meet regularly between January 2025 and May 2025 to discuss topics of your choice such as goal setting, building confidence or networking. 
• Open to all Edge Hill students studying any degree subject in all year groups.
• If you want a career as a problem solver, a leader, a decision maker, a creator, The Employer Mentoring Programme is for you.

Come to this information session to find out more about getting your own mentor and how to apply.

Feedback from last year’s mentoring programme:

• “The Mentoring Programme has provided me with a robust foundation in professional skills and confidence”
• “I developed critical skills that enhanced my CV and made me a stronger candidate in the job market”
• “I wholeheartedly recommend the Mentoring Project to anyone seeking to advance their career”

To book a place please click the link below:

Book your place here

Edge Hill Entrepreneurs and West Lancashire Borough Council

10.00-3.00 – Room: Hale Hall (near to The Hub)

Supporting you to freelance or run your own business, come and meet the Careers Team accompanied by Chris Eriksen, Business Engagement Officer from West Lancashire Borough Council.

Hear about new business support and opportunities that you can access too.

There will be an exciting competition for students to enter along with 1-2-1 advice from Chris Eriksen.

Come along and sign up for support to help you with your business ideas, for more information about Edge Hill Entrepreneurs please email: [email protected]

LinkedIn Photography

10:00-3:00 -Room: Hale Hall (near to The Hub)

Have you got a photograph on your LinkedIn profile but it doesn’t look professional?

If you are looking to update your headshot on your LinkedIn profile, come and have your photograph taken by the EHU Media Production Team.

This is a FREE service and open to all EHU students and staff too, please register at the desk in Hale Hall with your EHU email address.

Cyber Security Talk

Tech Hub

More information to follow

To book a place please click the link below:

EHU Zone

Come and speak to the following teams from across Edge Hill University within the EHU Zone.

10:00-3:00 Room: Hale Hall (near to the Hub)

Careers Team

Come and chat with the Careers Team to see what support is available for you whilst you studying at university or if you are a recent graduate. The team can offer support and guide you through the resources and tools to support you to find relevant opportunities and prepare you for the world of work.

You will get a chance to meet with our team within Careers Corner who will be on tour for the day from the Catalyst building, have a chat with the team or they can advise and signpost you how to make an appointment to discuss your career options, CV, placement or any other area using the Careers Vacancy Portal.

Postgraduate Recruitment

Whether you’re interested in postgraduate study with a particular subject or career in mind, to learn new skills or gain fresh insights, or take the next step towards a doctorate award, we can offer you a highly engaging learning experience.

Postgraduate study allows you to develop a deeper knowledge and comprehensive understanding of topics you may have previously studied at undergraduate level or that you are looking to newly explore.

Student Union

Meet the Student Union Team who can offer advice and support whilst you are a student at Edge Hill University. You can also find out more about joining Clubs and Societies, Student Union Facilities on campus, Student Voice and Campaigns and help and advice around money, housing, wellbeing, complaints, disciplinary and any academic issues students may face.

Edge Hill Sport

If you would like to get involved with sporting activities or join one of the sports teams whilst you are at Edge Hill University, come and speak with the team from the EHU Sports Centre. You can also find out about volunteering and part-time employment opportunities at the the centre along with membership and the amazing facilities available for you to use too.

Edge Hill University Human Resources Department

Edge Hill University Human Resources Department will be available to speak to for you to find out about employment opportunities and how to access the vacancies as they go live. The team can advise you on the roles available and able to answer any questions you have about current opportunities that the university are advertising.

Who’s going to be there?

Click on each exhibitor link below to be directed to the organisation webpage to find out more about their company and opportunities available.