The University of Manchester Careers Service

About to graduate but haven’t secured a graduate job yet? Don’t worry, you still have plenty of time! Swipe for some ideas on how to get started on your job search 🌟



Activate your graduate CareerConnect account to access useful tools including job vacancies, pathways and a wide range of events 🌞

Book a 1-1 appointment with one of our expert Careers Advisers, who can help you with things like writing job applications and reviewing your career options 👥

LinkedIn can be a great tool when looking for jobs. Make a profile and connect with people and employers you want to network with. You can also message people to ask them about their experiences!

Be sure to join the UoM Recent Graduates Careers Network as well, so you can stay in touch with other grads and learn about relevant opportunities ⭐️

Adopt a job search strategy that works for you. This could look like making a spreadsheet to keep track of applications, writing CV and cover letter templates to adapt for each role, and tailoring your LinkedIn algorithm so it recommends the jobs you really want 🕺

Manchester Graduate Talent (MGT) roles are specially suited to recent UoM graduates. There are vacancies across the University and beyond - check out which ones are open now on CareerConnect 🌸

Even if you don’t have much formal work experience, things like online courses/qualifications, volunteering, micro-internships, and virtual work experience are all great ways to develop your skills and expand your CV! Check out the Careers Service website for more details 🖥️

Finally, make sure to utilise the Careers Service. We are here to support you for up to 2 years after you finish your course, so please do reach out to us! You can also check out the Careers Service website for more information about how we can help 💜

About to graduate but haven’t secured a graduate job yet? Don’t worry, you still have plenty of time! Swipe for some ideas on how to get started on your job search 🌟



Activate your graduate CareerConnect account to access useful tools including job vacancies, pathways and a wide range of events 🌞

Book a 1-1 appointment with one of our expert Careers Advisers, who can help you with things like writing job applications and reviewing your career options 👥

LinkedIn can be a great tool when looking for jobs. Make a profile and connect with people and employers you want to network with. You can also message people to ask them about their experiences or for potential opportunities!

Be sure to join the UoM Recent Graduates Careers Network as well, so you can stay in touch with other grads and learn about relevant opportunities ⭐️

Adopt a job search strategy that works for you and streamlines the job application process. This could look like making spreadsheets to keep track of applications, writing CV and cover letter templates to adapt for each role, and tailoring your LinkedIn algorithm so it recommends the jobs you really want 🕺

Manchester Graduate Talent (MGT) roles are specially suited to recent UoM graduates. There are vacancies across the University and beyond - check out which ones are open now on CareerConnect 🌸

Even if you don’t have much formal work experience, things like online courses/qualifications, volunteering, micro-internships, and virtual work experience are all great ways to develop your skills and expand your CV! Check out the Careers Service website for more details 🖥️

Finally, make sure to utilise the Careers Service. We are here to support you for up to 2 years after you finish your course, so please do reach out to us! Message us, email us, and check out the Careers Service website for more information about how we can help 💜

📣 HAPPENING RIGHT NOW 📣 If you’re around campus and looking for a grad job, pop in to the Careers Fair before 3pm to meet with some amazing employers!

📍 The Academy, Oxford Road

Next week is Graduate Careers Week, and there are loads of events happening that you don’t want to miss! 🌟

Explore topics like managing finances after uni, applying for jobs, alumni advice, preparing for the careers fair, and more. These events are open to all students and recent graduates so be sure to come along 🐝

Find more info by clicking the link in our bio 🔗

Gotcha 🤭 Remember that we are here to suppprt you in lots of different ways: including writing CVs and job applications, finding vacancies, and figuring out your next steps.

Our front desk in The Atrium is open from 10am - 4pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and you can also book appointments to talk to an advisor through CareerConnect 💌

Considering staying in the UK after uni? You may need a visa, so here are just a few of the employers that can offer visa sponsorship 🌍

If you want more information about visas and working in the UK, check out the ‘International’ section of our website (link in bio)! 🌷