Weekly University & Jobs Bulletin
Week 10
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Work Experience Opportunity: Hallam i-Lab
Monday 6 – Friday 10 February 2022 (work experience week)
We have a number of spaces on an experience scheme at Hallam i-Lab, part of Sheffield Hallam University. You’ll spend the week in the university’s dynamic business co-working space. It’s used by students and graduates who are running (or planning to run) their own business.
The focus of the week will be enterprise and the skills and mindset that make us enterprising, including:
- adaptability
- problem solving and innovation
- resilience
- being unafraid to make mistakes
- self-confidence.
During the week, you’ll get a fascinating insight into what life is like at the Hallam i-Lab. You’ll meet real business owners and hear their stories of success…and failure too, as well as developing your own ideas. Most importantly it’ll be fun, and you’ll get experience of working in an entrepreneurial environment.
The experience might be of particular interest to business students, but it is open to students of any subject who would like to find out more about being enterprising or running a business or social enterprise. Interested or wanting to find out more? Please email careers@meadowhead.sheffield.sch.uk.
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HSE STEM Work Experience
Let us know if you want to come on the HSE STEM Work Experience on Thursday 9 February.
Get invaluable hands on STEM experience.
If interested email careers@meadowhead.sheffield.sch.uk or come and see us in Careers for more information.
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Medical Mentoring Programme
In2MedSchool is a registered Charity (1197973), which supports aspiring medical students from disadvantaged backgrounds. We are inviting students at your school to sign up for our FREE MEDIC MENTORING scheme. So far, we have around 2,400 mentors, all of which are doctors/medical students who have been through the application cycle and will do their best to help your students with their application. All our mentors have agreed to follow our Code of Conduct.
Should you have any aspiring medics at your school that would be interested please get them to apply on the link below:
Whilst we primarily offer a mentoring service, we also run events open to all students who would like to learn more about life as a doctor/medical student, our tips and tricks, UCAT/BMAT/exam support and much more. You can find more information on our website.
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Intensive winter workshops in digital and tech skills for 15-19-year-olds
About Skills Gap
Skills Gap is a career accelerator that runs insightful workshops for young people aged 15-19 – because it’s never too soon to think about building your skills for a competitive edge in your future studies and career.
We're offering a range of intensive workshops this winter, all designed specifically for 15-19 year olds and delivered to small groups by experienced industry experts:
AI for Scientists
Saturday, 26 Nov 2022
Genome sequencing, protein-folding, quantum computers… AI is transforming every area of science. Our online workshop, taught by a science expert, introduces you to AI in different scientific fields and valuable tech skills for science professionals. You’ll also get practical experience training a machine learning model to predict the trajectory of the Covid-19 pandemic – a great addition to your CV.
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Robotics in Space
Saturday, 3 Dec 2022
From exploring the surface of Mars to sizing-up metallic asteroids, the race is on to unlock the mysteries of the universe and answer our planet’s biggest challenges. Taught online by robotics experts, this workshop gives a fascinating insight into today’s space industry. Take part in a hands-on exercise to design an autonomous robotic lander to explore Europa and get career tips and advice to get ahead.
If you’re looking for a competitive edge for your studies or career, our workshops are the perfect opportunity to arm yourself with valuable skills and knowledge.
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For further information and to register for any of the events, please visit :
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Free opportunity for aspiring Doctors
All aspiring Doctors in years 10-12 are invited to attend a FREE LIVE VIRTUAL Get into Medicine Conference on:
- Saturday 26th November 10am - 3pm
This is a rare and exciting opportunity for students to hear from Doctors and Medical Students on how to build their best possible application to Medical School.
Once students have attended, they will be awarded a Highly Commended Reference from the Presidents at Medic Mentor to add to their UCAS application.
The Get into Medicine Conference is a comprehensive guide to the medical application process. Dr Siva and Dr Kennedy will cover:
- Application Timelines
- How to Tactically Choose Medical Schools
- CV Building
- Personal Statements
- Interview Schools
- Medical Leadership and Awards Programmes
- Accessing Work Experience
- UCAT and BMAT - Entrance Exams to Medical School
- Accessing Scholarships
We strongly encourage all students to make the most out of this free opportunity.
Spaces are competitive and limited, so students should register as soon as they can using the link below. For this reason, we kindly request that students only book one conference.
Please note that all students must be accompanied by a parent/guardian for safeguarding purposes.
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The National Space Academy will be hosting online careers conferences for students and parents/guardians, thanks to the UK Space Agency. These conferences will allow viewers to find out about some of the most exciting job opportunities within an ever-growing industry. Jobs within the sector range from working with satellites to help predict the weather and farmers to better understand their crops to designing and building rockets to becoming a space lawyer.
We are very excited to announce the dates for our upcoming online and in-person careers conferences for this academic year and are now taking bookings!
Saturday 3rd December 2022
Year 12 & 13 students
14:00 – 16:00
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Thursday 1st December 2022
Aimed at parents/guardians with students aged 14-18
18.30 - 20.30 |
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Construction is a rewarding, well-paid career choice that offers clear paths to progression. From carpentry to archaeology, there’s something for everyone – but many young people are unaware of the opportunities available to them. That’s where Go Construct steps in.
Across a website, social media, events and campaigns, we provide engaging information, advice and guidance for anyone looking for a career in the construction industry. We cover all post-16 educational routes, from apprenticeships and university to traineeships and T Levels, and our careers section provides a comprehensive overview of over 180 job roles.
We have strong links with employers, local and national Governments, and training providers. We interact with schools and colleges across the UK to promote construction, and our materials and resources meet the Gatsby benchmarks. We’re here to help you encourage young people to consider construction.
- The Interactive Construction Site allows young people to create an avatar and experience a virtual walkthrough a construction site, learning about the jobs best suited to them along the way. Perfect for homework!
That’s just part of what we offer. To find out more and utilise our free, interactive careers resources, head to the Go Construct website
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Upcoming events
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5 December 2022
5.30-7.30pm |
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Applications for Nuffield Research Placements 2023 are open!
Spend your summer developing your research and quantitative skills on a short project that will enhance your university application and future employment opportunities.
If this sounds like you, then a Nuffield Research Placement could be the perfect way to spend your summer.
For more information see the links below and join our webinar events:
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An introduction to actuarial careers with the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries - insight webinar
On: 6th December 2022 at 6.30 - 7.30pm
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Join our ‘Count Me In’ event this December and hear our brightest minds explain how they became an actuary, find out how companies will support you and discover how you can begin a fulfilling career that really makes an impact.
As an actuary you'll solve real world problems that can make a huge difference in areas including financial services, climate change, cyber security, population growth and so much more. Actuaries use cutting edge mathematical theory combined with real world experience and understanding to help governments, businesses and organisations protect themselves against the unknown and succeed in a fast changing world.
- What is an actuary and how to get started (Institute and Faculty of Actuaries)
- Employer insights
- Graduate Insights
- Q&A
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Lloyd's Banking Group insight webinar
On: 6th December 2022 at 6.30 - 7.30pm
Join us to learn more about apprenticeship opportunities at LLoyds Banking Group.
- Hear from current apprentices
- Organisation insights including what skill sets Lloyds are looking for, their culture and values, how they want to build the bank of the future and where an apprenticeship with Lloyds could take you
- Apprenticeship opportunities
PLUS a Q and A session, where you'll be able to ask questions directly to their recruitment teams
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Hello from Backstage Academy!
As one of our fantastic feeder institutions, we would like to make you aware of our final in-person Open Day of 2022 is on Saturday 26th November.
If you are interested in making a group booking, please do not hesitate to contact the team on enquiries@backstage-academy.co.uk and we will arrange your visit.
We would be incredibly grateful if you could make any particularly interested students aware of the event and encourage them to book a place!
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Free Allied Healthcare conference
We are delighted to announce that Allied Healthcare Mentor is launching it’s first ‘Insight into Allied Healthcare’ conference on Saturday 10th December! This is a FREE, VIRTUAL event, and your students in years 10 - 13 are invited!
Our Chief Nurse Mentor, Abbie Dickinson, will be joined by health professionals across the NHS to share their insight into how to get into healthcare and what day-to-day life is like in their respective careers.
Abbie will be joined by:
Carla Jayne Avery - Midwifery
Simon Otter - Podiatry
Tracy Wallis - Associate Head for Students University of Portsmouth
Katherine Chambers - Physiotherapy
Lucie Rochfort - Speech and Language Therapy
Natalie Hicks - Occupational Therapy
Shelley Blane - Therapeutic Radiography
Parag Sawant - Occupational Therapy
Kevin Harrup - Occupational Department Practitioner
We encourage students to make the most out of this rare and unique opportunity.
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Upcoming live broadcasts- free from Speakers for Schools
Here is the upcoming live broadcasts schedule. Live broadcasts are a great way for students to hear directly from leading figures from a range of industries, and have the opportunity to ask questions via a moderated Q&A.
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| Thursday 24th November 10-11am |
Greta Thunberg, Dr Adriana De Palma & Dr Khalil Thirlaway– In Partnership with Penguin and the National History Museum
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Join Greta Thunberg and the Natural History Museum for an online schools event on biodiversity loss – one of the themes of Greta’s new book, The Climate Book.
Recorded in London, Greta took part in a discussion with Museum biodiversity researcher, Dr Adriana De Palma, and a small group of young people about the importance of tackling biodiversity loss alongside climate change and how the solutions are linked. The event was chaired by one of the Museum’s science communicators Khalil Thirlaway.
Watch the premiere of the event and have your questions answered live by Dr Adriana De Palma and Dr Khalil Thirlaway.
As well as the livestreamed event, teachers will also be able to access an accompanying resource from the Natural History Museum packed full of ideas for conversation starters in the classroom.
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| Friday 2nd December 10-10:45am |
My Career Journey with Christine Hodgson, Chairperson, Severn Trent & Former Chairman, Capgemini
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Join us and hear from Christine Hodgson as she talks about her career and what it’s like to be a woman in leadership and more.
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| Monday 5th December 10-10:45am |
Educating on TikTok with Dr Karan Raj, NHS Surgeon & TikTok Star
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Tune in and listen to our interview with Dr. Karan Raj about his career journey and how he became Tiktok famous! Using TikTok as a platform to inform, educate and spread awareness about many different topics, answering all those odd questions we wonder about.
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| Wednesday 7th December 2-2:45pm |
My Career in Law with Peter Leathem, Chief Executive Officer, PPL (Phonographic Performance Limited)
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Join us and we listen to Peter Leathem deliver a talk about his career journey – starting at school and moving up to when he became a CEO. Peter has had a long career in law and specialises in the music industry. He will also talk about how being a lawyer enabled him to develop a business career outside of the law.
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Applications to our US 2023 Programme now open!
In partnership with The Fulbright Commission, the Sutton Trust US Programme is designed to support students from state schools across the UK to explore US University options.
It includes two UK-based residentials and a week in the United States staying on a university campus and visiting a variety of American universities. An optional second year of the programme supports students to apply to US universities alongside their UCAS options.
All costs including travel, accommodation, food and activities are covered by the Trust and our partners which means it is completely free of charge for students to attend.
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| Student Advocate Programme
We are inviting up to two ambitious Year 12 students from their respective schools to become Student Advocates. They will develop communication and creativity skills by representing students' views of the FT and promoting the benefits of the FT to their friends and teachers.
The internship can be done from home or school and is 4 hours per month for 5 months (Dec-22 to Apr-23). The first 250 schools to select and register their Student Advocates will be able to participate this academic year.
Submissions must be made before by Monday 5 December 2022.
If interested, please email careers@meadowhead.sheffield.sch.uk or come to the careers office to see Mrs Evans
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University of Sheffield
Medical Physics on-campus taster session: The Physics Behind Medical Imaging - 9th December 2022
· This practical session looks at the physics and maths behind medical imaging techniques such as x-rays.
· Students will use the same virtual reality equipment that's used to train NHS radiographers and run experiments to collect data about the absorption of electromagnetic waves in clinical diagnostic techniques.
· There will also be plenty of real-world insight into medical physics as a career from our clinical scientist and medical physics staff, and opportunities to chat to current students.
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Free (Y12 and Y13) Online and On-campus Subject Tasters with the University of Sheffield
At the University of Sheffield, throughout Autumn and Winter there are a number of opportunities for your students to experience what it is like to study different subjects at university.
All of the activities are completely free of charge and will provide students with a good insight into their chosen subject or area of interest at university. Please ensure that interested students fill out the booking forms individually using the links below.
We will be running future sessions in the Spring/Summer 2023.
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SHU Higher & Degree Apprenticeships Fair 30 Nov from 4pm
SHU Higher & Degree Apprenticeships Fair: Wed 30 November 4 – 6.30pm
This is a really valuable event for anyone considering a higher or degree apprenticeship, with chance to find out about opportunities, hear about processes and meet with employers.
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King’s College London Medicine and Dentistry Lecture Series 2023
Applications for our free online and national King’s College London Medicine and Dentistry Lecture Series 2023 are now open! This programme is for students across the UK in Year 12, and 13 who have only attended non-selective state schools since age 11 and are interested in becoming a doctor or dentist. Please circulate this opportunity to students who you think will be interested.
Over the course of the 14 lecture programme students will hear from a variety of speakers to help them make the best application to medicine or dentistry possible! Last year’s lectures included the following:
· Medical and dental specialities: cardiology, prosthodontics, renal transplant, and many more!
· Q&As each week with current medical and dental students as well as a lecture dedicated to the student experience.
· A session on other careers in healthcare with six professionals currently working and teaching in the sector (nursing, dietetics, clinical science, etc.)
· September Q&A with key admissions colleagues in the schools of medicine and dentistry at KCL and UCL.
· Lectures on the application process: the UCAT, personal statements, and interviews.
Lectures will be held on Tuesday evenings at 6-7.15pm and will run in blocks of three throughout 2023. The first three lectures will take place on the 31st January, 7th February, and 14th February. The remaining three blocks of lectures will take place in Spring and Summer.
For more information and to apply, students should follow the link below:
The deadline to apply is Friday 16th December 2022.
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Space Engineering Course
This course is the only one of its kind in the UK. Space Engineering combines hands on learning with academic theory. It's the best of both worlds and the perfect start to a career in the space sector.
You will learn from experts at Loughborough College and the National Space Academy; and from academics and space industry professionals. Some of our students have even had the opportunity to meet astronauts!
You'll mostly be based at Loughborough College, and also have one day On one day per fortnight at The National Space Centre in Leicester,
Course Content
- BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering (covering mechanical, electrical, electronic, design, CAD, materials, and maths for engineering)
- A Level Mathematics
- A Level Physics
- Masterclasses at the National Space Centre
- Masterclasses are led by experts from the space industry
- Trips and visits to space and engineering institutions
- Opportunities for work experience
- Five GCSEs, including Maths at grade A/7
- Science Double Award at grade AA/77 (or Triple Award at grade AAB/776)
- English at grade B/6
- Plus another GCSE at grade B/6
- You need to be highly motivated and committed to a unique and intense programme of learning
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Unique features of this programme include:
- Classes at the National Space Centre and Loughborough College
- Masterclasses led by experts from the space industry
- Industry trips, visits, and speakers
- Opportunities for work experience
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| Any enquiries for the Space Engineering courses please contact us through the link below: |
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Foundation Degree- Bakery, Confectionery and Patisserie
Do you want to start your own business baking artisan breads, become a chocolatier or pâtissier, or work in food technology or new product development?
Our Foundation Degree in Bakery, Confectionery and Patisserie Science teaches the advanced craft and operational skills you will need to be successful in this creative industry.
Students on this degree will focus on developing new food designs and acquiring technical industry knowledge in areas such as production management systems, quality assurance and food hygiene.
Key units include:
– Artisan Bread Production
– Confectionery, Entremets and Chocolate Specialism
– Fundamentals of International Professional Patisserie
– New Business Enterprise Start-up
– The Science of Bakery
This qualification is validated by Sheffield Hallam University. To apply or find out more information, please scan the QR code on the link below:
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November Newsletter - Emmanuel Outreach
Attached is the first monthly newsletter for Emmanuel College. Lots of Outreach opportunities currently available to students.
Fitzwilliam College’s Medicine and Veterinary Medicine Student Mentorship Scheme
- The Fitzwilliam College Medicine and Veterinary Medicine Society at the University of Cambridge is launching its first ever student mentorship scheme in January 2023.
The mentorship scheme will run from January to October and is open to students who are currently in Y12.
The deadline to apply for the scheme is 12PM MONDAY 5TH DECEMBER.
Subject Matters Webinar Series
- The next webinar in the Subject Matters series is ‘Choosing you’re A-Level Subjects’ on Monday 28th November 17:00.
To find out more about these and other opportunities, see attached newsletter below:
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Discover the creative industries with Escape Studios
Are your students budding artists, with a keen interest in Animation, Video Game Art or Visual Effects?
At Escape Studios, we're approved and endorsed internationally as an Unreal Engine Authorized Training Center, as well as both Rookies and Houdini certified schools.
Bookings are now open for our next undergraduate open day, taking place on Saturday 14th January 2023. Why not sign up and get your questions answered ahead of the UCAS deadline in late January!
You'll gain an insight into our impressive range of industry partners and get to discover the details of our degrees by attending our online subject talks.
Can't wait until January? Why not check out our on-demand open day at a time that suits you for a variety of content about life at Escape Studios:
- Hear from Vice Principal, Dr Ian Palmer
- View showreels and award-winning student work
- Listen to talks from our inspirational alumni
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| Deadline approaching for your Year 12 students to apply to LSE Springboard |
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Do you work with students that are currently planning their next steps post-A Levels? The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) run programmes that provide students with a taste of university-level teaching and learning at LSE as well as the information needed to apply to LSE and other high-tariff universities.
This opportunity is available to your students aged 16-17 (in Years 12 or equivalent), and the deadline to apply is fast approaching.
The fully funded 10-month hybrid programme includes:
- An online academic programme delivered in collaboration with PhD tutors
- Campus visits to LSE, including an end of programme celebration
- Virtual information sessions on applying to university, student finance and budgeting and personal statements
- Guidance sessions covering such things as careers, revisions skills and student wellbeing.
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| Plus, all students who take part in the Springboard programme, who go on to apply to LSE, will be considered for contextual admissions and a contextual offer. To check your students’ eligibility and more information on the programme and how to apply, you can find more information on our website. Deadline is Sunday 4th December at midnight. |
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| All our activities are designed to provide an insight into undergraduate studies, student life and financial and student support at LSE. The Springboard programme is specifically designed to reach students who live outside the South East of England and is open to students who are currently underrepresented at LSE, as part of our commitment to inclusivity and diversity. |
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Apprenticeship Events & Opportunities
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AMRC Training Centre Job Fair - Thursday 1st December 2pm to 7pm
Could you please let year 11 and 13 know about our Job Fair on Thursday 1st December. The event opens at 2pm and closes at 7pm, last entry is 6pm to allow people time to talk to the employers.
We have Engineering apprenticeship vacancies live on the website now and more coming in each week.
I would advise students to check if there are vacancies they are interested in first before booking a place. Students don’t need to have applied to us to come along to the event, although as you are aware we are now open for recruitment for March and September 2023.
Please advise the students to dress smartly(school uniform is ok) and it is great opportunity to talk to employers in an informal environment. If there are no vacancies that interest students at this point they can still apply as normal and wait for suitable vacancies to come, then attend the February or June job fairs.
Our entry criteria for Advanced is;
Grade 4 in Maths from a higher paper or Grade 5 in Maths from a lower paper
And Grade 4 in English language
Degree
One of the following
Two A-Levels at grade B or above, including a mathematical-based subject and a science, technology, engineering or an additional mathematics-related subject
or An Engineering BTEC Level 3 with at least 120 credits at DM (Distinction Merit) level or above
or EAL Diploma in an engineering-based subject at D (Distinction) level
or Equivalent qualifications such as Technical Levels at DM (Distinction Merit) or above.
Can I also introduce our Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Nuclear Manufacturing Degree Apprenticeship. On completion the apprentice will be qualified as a Nuclear Scientist and Nuclear Engineer. The entry requirements are as follows:
One of the following;
96 UCAS points
or A minimum of two A-Levels at grade A or above, including a mathematical-based subject and a science, technology, engineering or an additional mathematics-related subject
or An Engineering BTEC Level 3 with at least 120 credits at DD (Distinction Distinction) level or above
or EAL Diploma in an engineering-based subject at D (Distinction) level
or Equivalent qualifications such as Technical Levels at DD or above.
Places need to be booked through the AMRC Training Centre website:
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Open vacancies
Flying Start Degree: Accounting
Application Deadline: 25 January 2023 |
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Flying Start Degree: Technology
Application Deadline: 25 January 2023 |
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Flying Start Degree: Technology
Application Deadline: 25 January 2023 |
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Higher & Degree
Apprenticeships Vacancy Listing |
The November 2022 edition of the Higher & Degree vacancy listing has now launched!
Explore 300+ Higher and Degree apprenticeship vacancies
from 60+ employers, including:
➡️ eight separate opportunities within the NHS
➡️ nine vacancies with Virgin Media and O2 (Telefónica UK)
➡️ a variety of positions with police units across the country
➡️ Jaguar Land Rover lists nine positions across the West Midlands
➡️ NatWest opportunities cover Bristol, Birmingham, London, Leeds and Manchester
➡️ Amazon with 14 separate vacancies
➡️ Kier Group recruiting for 25 separate positions
Download the Higher & Degree listing using the button below. |
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AMRC Training Centre - Engineering apprenticeship vacancies - Unilever
Engineering apprenticeship vacancies with Unilever. Please note they are for September 2023 start date but the closing date for applications is 28.2.23.
See link below for more details:
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Economist Degree Apprenticeship
Applications open Monday 19th December 2022
Over 60 vacancies available with the Government Economic Service
The Government Economic Service will be opening applications this year for their Economist Degree Apprenticeship programme for 2023.
Starting in September 2023, applications are open from Monday 19th December for over 60 vacancies nationwide, with departments such as the HM Treasury and the Department for Work and Pensions.
This is a brilliant opportunity to work in a central government department or agency on some of the most important social, environmental and economic issues our country faces. |
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Join our webinar to find out more
Join a webinar with the Government Economic Service on Wednesday 7th December between 3.30pm - 4.30pm to find out more about the apprenticeship programme and how to prepare for the application process. Suitable for students, teachers/careers advisers and parents/carers, sign up below to learn more. |
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Degree Apprenticeships at Sellafield Ltd
Join us Tuesday 6th December @ 11:00am
Degree Apprenticeships at Sellafield Ltd - Join us Tuesday 6th December @ 11:00am
This broadcast includes apprentices that are undergoing their degree apprenticeships at Sellafield. We will be hearing what it is really like to be part of the degree apprenticeship scheme.
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