WBS CAREERSPLUS AND EMPLOYER RELATIONS
Utilising the resources provided by the CareersPlus team has been a game- changer in my career development journey at WBS. From refining my CV and preparing for interviews to expanding my industry knowledge and professional
Your careers support at WBS Our dedicated WBS CareersPlus team provides specialised careers services solely for WBS students including: ■ 1-2-1 careers coaching appointments and quick query drop-in sessions ■ Job application and career planning workshops ■ Employer-led presentations and skills sessions ■ Placement Year / Year Abroad preparation ■ Advice on how to enhance your career prospects whilst at university. Our workshops cover all aspects of the job application process, from creating your CV to preparing for interviews and assessment centres. Tailored sessions such as ‘Networking your way to success’, ‘Unleashing your potential with Spring Weeks’ and ‘Mock Assessment Centres’ can help you to plan your future career and take your next steps.
Building connections for your future Our Undergraduate Employer Relations team are here to further increase your exposure to employers and offer advice when it comes to placement opportunities and internships. They work to develop strong links with employers from a wide range of sectors and locations, both in the UK and internationally, to source fantastic industry placements and summer internships. We aim to provide you with the best chance to secure graduate employment and achieve your career ambitions. We organise employer events covering internships, placement years and graduate opportunities, sharing industry insight to develop commercial awareness. We also host employer- led skills workshops and run informal networking sessions. Bespoke employer events for our students at WBS have involved companies such as Accenture, Adobe, Deloitte, JP Morgan, L’Oreal, LVMH, Mercedes AMG, PepsiCo, PwC, RSM, Rund and Vertex Pharmaceuticals; providing students with great networking opportunities and links to top local, national and international brands.
See for yourself Our students share their experience of the Undergraduate Bootcamp at WBS London, based at The Shard. The Undergraduate Bootcamp is an event that provides a great opportunity for students and organisations to network, allowing students to gain an insight into the corporate world.
Listen to what our current students gained from the Bootcamp
network, each experience has contributed to my growth. Joanna Varghese BSc Management with Finance
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Read Joanna’s blog to find out more about her experience with the CareersPlus team
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