looking to the future informatics postgraduates carol macdonald careers adviser
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Looking to the FutureInformatics postgraduates
Carol MacdonaldCareers Adviser
Session Aim:
Introduce the Careers Service Outline recruitment time-lines for major
employers Highlight careers events / programmes
this semester
“Begin with the end in mind”
Steven Covey, management guru & author of ‘Seven Habits of highly effective people’
Your Career Strategy! Set goals - short, medium…& longer term
What do you want to achieve during your MSc? How can you make the most of your time at Edinburgh? What do you want to achieve immediately after?...and longer term?
Identify what will help you to achieve your goals Find out what’s going on at Edinburgh Research career options and potential employers Clarify requirements – skills, experience required or beneficial Identify any gaps Check entry routes – recruitment methods used
Network! Network! Network!
Market yourself – (Applications, Interviews & other situations)
Prepare a ‘Career Action Plan’ - set SMART objectives - keep it alive!
Recruitment Timelines
Advertising already underwaywww.ed.ac.uk/careers/sagewww.prospects.ac.uk
www.get.hobsons.co.ukwww.targetjobs.co.uk
Employer’s presentations start 4th October Application deadlines from October First interviews begin this semester
Some application closing dates for 2011
Standard Bank 7 November Bank of England 15 November Virgin Media 26 November Sky Technology 30 November Credit Suisse 17 December Standard Life (IT leadership) 10 December Sainsbury’s 12 December Catlin Group 14 December SELEX Galileo applns from Sept (1st come 1st served) RBS assessment centres from Nov
General Guidelines Investment banks Blue chip/ International Orgs Management consultancies November
Finding out more! Careers Fair - 5/6 October www.ed.ac.uk/careers/fairs
Employer presentations www.ed.ac.uk/careers/talks-events
Vacancies - www.ed.ac.uk/careers/sage
Directories – Prospects, Get, Times Top 100 UK graduate careers sites include:
www.prospects.ac.uk www.get.hobsons.co.uk www.targetjobs.co.uk
Informatics website - www.ed.ac.uk/informatics
Industry info & vacancy sites – www.ed.ac.uk/careers/occupations Computer Weekly www.insidecareers.co.uk (IT Industry Guide & job alerts) www.scotlandis.com
Recruitment Agencies - www.rec.uk.com & local surveys
Be pro-active – be creative, network!
What are employers looking for?
Good academic background Technical skills
and more……….
Competency Framework
IBM Adaptability Client focus Communication Creative problem
solving Drive to achieve
Passion for business Taking ownership Teamwork and
collaboration Trustworthiness
What makes a good CV?• Careful targeting (job and employer)
• Highlights relevant experience, skills and achievements
• Gives space and importance to the most relevant material
• Makes an impact • Visually appealing
clear layout, avoiding lengthy text
• Appropriate headings & order - reverse chronological or themed
• Appropriate length
• Accompanied by a strong covering letter
Careers Service – What we offer!
Information Centres - staff available to help
Drop-in sessions daily
Appointments with Careers Adviser
Events
Website: www.ed.ac.uk/careers
Graduate Applications Tues 28th Sept 1.10pm Successful Interviews Thurs 14th Oct 1.10pm School Drop-in sessions:
Thurs 28th Oct & Tues 9th Nov 1pm - 2pm
International students
Do you need a UK national insurance number?
Job Centre Plus staff will be in Careers Service, 33 Buccleuch Place, on Tues 22nd/Wed 23rd September to process NI numbers for non UK students.
Careers Service - Where to find us?33 Buccleuch Place, Central AreaTel: 0131 650 4670Weir Building, KBTel: 0131 650 5773
Email: [email protected] hours on website
www.ed.ac.uk/careers