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Hot Job!

2010-09-10T10:31:00.002+01:00

ACB Actual Customer Behaviour, based in the Sussex Innovation Centre on campus, are looking for Junior Researchers ASAP! Find out more here.

Hot Job!

2010-09-03T15:09:00.004+01:00

ACB (Actual Customer Behaviour) is a unique customer behavioural research consultancy based in the Sussex Innovation Centre on the University of Sussex Campus. They combine the latest techniques in digital and video ethnography with advanced psychological behavioural research to analyse customer behaviours in a natural context.

They now have a great opportunity for three graduates to join them as Researchers from September this year until March 2010. They are looking for candidates to start as soon as possible - so get applying now!

This is an ideal opportunity for people who want paid research experience before launching themselves into the research market in London. ACB's clients include the BBC, Channel 4 and Ofcom.

For more information and how to apply see our website.

Hot Job!

2010-08-26T14:26:00.003+01:00

Seventh Art Productions is a Brighton based producer of award winning documentaries for international cinema and broadcasters.

Recent productions include the multi-award winning In Search of Mozart, and The Boy who Plays on the Buddhas of Bamiyan, as well as the Tim Marlow art shows produced for Sky Arts.

They are now looking for a general office assistant to help them with the day-to-day running of the office. This could be a great opportunity for a recent media studies or film studies graduate looking to break into the sector.

For details of how to apply please see our website.

Hot Job!

2010-08-24T11:32:00.004+01:00

Streetwise Opera are a London based charity who aim to give homeless and formerly homeless people the opportunity to participate in music making and promote more positive attitudes towards homeless people.

They now have a fantastic paid opportunity for a recent graduate seeking a career in the arts. No experience is necessary. The Projects Assistant position is offered on a fixed term contract, full time for 12 months.

For full eligibility details and how to apply please see www.streetwiseopera.org

JOB SPOT

2010-08-20T16:06:00.003+01:00

Infinity Foods are looking for a full time member of staff at their warehouse in Portslade for a six month contract. More info on their website or on the sign in the window of the Infinity Foods shop in the North Laine... Go check it out!

Job spotted: Thursday 19th August

JOB SPOT

2010-08-20T16:04:00.001+01:00

Dot Dot Dot on Kensington Gardens in the North Laine are looking for part time staff - they ask you to enquire within... Go check it out!

Job spotted: Thursday 19th August

JOB SPOT

2010-08-20T16:01:00.001+01:00

Fashion Temple on Sydney Street in the North Laine are looking for Retail Experienced part time staff. They want you to hand in your CV in store... Go check it out!

Job spotted: Thursday 19th August.

JOB SPOT

2010-08-19T10:40:00.003+01:00

Part-time receptionist required for business centre. 1-6pm. Send a CV to Gemini, 136 Old Shoreham Road, Hove, BN3 7BD. 01273 732464.

Job spotted in The Argus, 19th August.

Step Placements

2010-08-05T10:12:00.003+01:00

Step have been running a placement scheme for over 10 years, bringing fresh talent to a broad range of organisations and providing that all important industry experience for students and graduates.

All placements are paid and they can last from 4 weeks to a full year. For full details of the programmes and information about available positions see their website - www.step.org.uk - and get applying!

Internships at the Museum of Modern Art, New York

2010-08-04T15:36:00.002+01:00

The Museum of Modern Art offers several types of internships, from 12-week fall, summer and spring to 12 month internships. Some of the longer ones are paid, as is a specialist publishing internship in the spring.

Even better, MoMA offers sponsorship for J-1 and internship visas for international students/graduates. Find full details on its internships page

For more arts-related internships in the States, check out the International Arts & Artists internship pages

Internships for 2008, 2009 & 2010 Graduates

2010-08-02T11:19:00.002+01:00

Graduate Talent Pool can help you kick start your graduate career. For 2008, 2009 and 2010 graduates, the Graduate Talent Pool website lets you search and apply for internships posted by employers. These internships are a fantastic way for graduates to prepare for work.

Visit the government supported Graduate Talent Pool website for more information and to search for opportunities.

Accountancy firms still recruiting for 2010

2010-08-02T09:19:00.002+01:00

30% of accountancy firms are still recruiting and have spaces for 2010 graduates. The bright lights of London are not for everyone and the Big 4 accountancy firms are not just in London - there are plenty of regional offices looking for bright young graduates. With the average starting salary around £26,000 it is still an attractive starting salary. It is not uncommon for an ACA trainee to double their salary by the time they complete their three year training contract.

Some large graduate employers request a 2.1 and this is true for some top accountancy firms however there are still lots of employers who consider a 2.2. Search the ICAEW Training Vacancies website to find firms recruiting with a 2.2. http://www.icaew.com/careers

Graduate vacancies at PwC Gatwick - open evening, 28th July

2010-07-23T11:53:00.003+01:00

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) are still recruiting graduates of any discipline (with 300 UCAS points or above) and also business placement students vacancies at Gatwick. Find out more at their website
www.pwc.com/uk/careers or by attending their Open Evening next Wednesday (28th July at 6 pm). Register online (go to 'search upcoming events')

Granta Design Open Evening in Cambridge

2010-07-09T14:15:00.001+01:00

Granta Design is a world leader in materials information technology - a fascinating and expanding area of engineering software. They help companies to apply materials knowledge in order to innovate, to make products safer and more efficient, and to minimize environmental impact.

They are now recruiting for a number of roles and will be holding an informal open evening on 28th July (5-7pm) at their offices in Cambridge. This is a chance to find out about open opportunities at Granta, meet some of their team, and learn about their technologies and customers. It’s also an ideal opportunity to show them how valuable you could be in the organisation!

You can find more details of the roles available and register your interest at: www.grantadesign.com/jobs

Hot Jobs! Paid Sussex Internships

2010-07-09T09:02:00.005+01:00

The Sussex Internship Programme is one of the most successful schemes in
the UK, offering a minimum of 20 days paid work experience to graduates (and 2010 finalists).

Internships are across a wide variety of subjects including: Digital Media, Finance, Engineering, Electronics, Languages, Design and Research. Many are open to graduates of any discipline and don't require any previous experience. It's a brilliant way to get that much needed experience and you may even get a job offer at the end of your internship? More are coming in each week so sign up for email alerts.

Applications are closing soon, so visit Sussex Internships today to search and apply for your 1st step in your new career.

Could your name stop you getting a job?

2010-07-08T11:32:00.005+01:00

There's a great piece by Helen Curry on the Reach blog covering how prejudice about race and gender may affect your chances of success via CV or application form. It looks at several studies suggesting that discrimination continues.

Curry offers some strategies to avoid discrimination including potentially anglicising names or using initials, and actively trying to challenge potential assumptions. But importantly she states that "While it can get your foot in the door, you do have to ask yourself, ‘if this company wouldn’t have looked at me before, do I want to work for them now?’" There is also advice to research employers who "make a positive statement about equal opportunities, with demonstrable results". You can read the full article here.

Although nobody should have to face discrimination, it does still occur. If you want to discuss how these issues are affecting your applications you can chat to one of our advisers. Call us on 01273 678429 to book an appointment, and you can check our vacation opening hours online.

International Development Careers Conference

2010-07-08T10:24:00.006+01:00

The 2010 International Development Summer Careers Conference takes place at LSE on Wednesday 21 July, 6 - 9pm. The seminar will give valuable insight into what International Development organisations are really looking for and strategies to help find those elusive jobs. There is also guidance on applications and case studies of less usual career paths. Entry costs £25 and more information can be found online.

Allen & Overy still recruiting for 2012 legal training contracts

2010-07-07T14:22:00.003+01:00

Large law firm, Allen & Overy are currently accepting training contract applications for their September 2012 and March 2013 intakes until midnight on Saturday 31 July 2010. Full details at www.allenovery.com/careeruk

Hot Job!

2010-07-05T15:19:00.004+01:00

Interested in international policy and politics? Two exciting paid internship opportunities have arisen at Wilton Park Conference Centre in Sussex - and they are available exclusively to Sussex graduates!

Wilton Park is a world-leading residential conference centre for the discussion of key international policy issues. It is an academically independent and non-profit-making Executive Agency of the UK and Foreign Commonwealth Office (FCO). Wilton Park contributes to the resolution of global policy challenges by bringing together the best possible range of individuals from around the world.

There are two internships available, a Strategic Programmes Graduate Internship for 2-6 months starting by early September, and a Strategic Programmes Postgraduate Internship for 6-9 months starting early October. For full details and how to apply please follow the links above.

Volunteer on WWII site in France!

2010-07-02T09:40:00.005+01:00

Volunteers are urgently needed to renovate a WWII site on the coast near Boulogne, France. Organised by Concordia, the project involves construction manual work and accommodation will be in tents. Great experience and volunteers with an interest in history, esp. welcome to apply. Only 3 places left - half price registration fee of £90. Full details by ringing Concordia on 01273 422218 or email: info@concordiavolunteers.org.uk mention CONC182 in the subject heading

Free Journalism Workshop

2010-06-30T13:27:00.002+01:00

Brighton Journalist Works are running a free journalism workshop on Monday 5 July 2010 where you can find out everything that you need to know about starting a career in journalism. At the workshop you will learn how to write a news story, get tips and feedback from, and learn how to start your journalism career. Experience a day in the life of a journalist and decide whether a career in journalism is the correct path for you.

Journalist Works is based in the office of Brighton’s daily newspaper, The Argus, and you will go on a tour of the Argus newsroom. A further workshop will be available in September. For more details and to reserve your place see the website , call on 01273 540350, or email info@journalistworks.co.uk

Summer Vacation Opening Times

2010-06-29T14:09:00.005+01:00

Now that term is over opening hours for the Careers and Employability Centre are changing. Check here on the blog and on twitter for any updates to opening hours, services and Adviser availability.

Monday 28 June to Friday 6 August 2010
· Open 12-4pm, Wednesday late opening until 6pm
· Advisers available for quick queries 12-2 and appointments 2-4pm, until 6pm on Wednesdays
· Service closed Wednesday 14 July for staff training
· Opening early from 10am during Graduation; Wednesday 21 to Friday 23 July

Monday 9 August to Friday 3 September 2010
Advisers available by phone, Information Centre closed

Monday 6 September to Friday 1 October 2010
· Open 12-4pm, Wednesday late opening until 6pm
· Advisers available for quick queries 12-2 and appointments 2-4pm, until 6pm on Wednesdays
· Information Centre open but Advisers unavailable Fridays until 1 October

Investment banking event for female first years

2010-06-29T13:21:00.005+01:00

Fresh Look is an informal event which sets out to raise awareness of the different sorts of careers available within investment banking for candidates from all academic disciplines. This will involve a mixture of presentations, panel discussions and personal networking. Open to all first year female students, the event takes place in central London on 21 July 2010 and if students are travelling from outside the M25, travel expenses will be reimbursed. Further information can be found online.

Sustainable Careers event

2010-06-29T12:34:00.003+01:00

Sustainable Careers Explored is taking place on 14 July 2010 at the Old Ship Hotel, Brighton. It's aimed at companies, job seekers, students and individuals interested in a career in sustainable construction, low carbon technologies, energy efficiency and renewables. The presentations will explore the opportunities arising in careers across a wide spectrum of industries, with insights from key professionals working in all aspects of sustainability

Attendance is free for those based in the South East Region and lunch and refreshments will be provided. To book a place email your name, company and contact details to: info@suscon.uk.net or telephone: 01322 312065

Free coaching from Logica senior managers

2010-06-17T09:50:00.004+01:00

Will you be looking for employment in 2011? Logica are offering free employability skills coaching. Logica is a business and technology service company, employing 39,000 people across 36 countries. Senior managers are looking to hone their skills by offering coaching to undergraduates and postgraduates at no cost, specifically focused on helping you with your search for employment. Whilst Logica have their own graduate scheme, the offer of coaching does not have to mean you are looking for a job within Logica or the IT or Consultancy Services sector.

For more details and how to apply go here. You must be available to attend an initial meeing on 30 June and deadline for applications is 21 June (this deadline has been extended)