As National Careers Week unfolds from the 4th to the 9th of March, Staffordshire University London proudly joins the nationwide celebration reaffirming its commitment to empowering students with an exciting fusion of next generation learning, industry, and innovation – which are essential for success in today's dynamic job market. This dedicated week provides schools, colleges, universities, and other organisations with a platform to focus on career guidance activities and aims to support young people by nurturing awareness and excitement about their future pathways.
Throughout this pivotal week, Staffordshire University London aims to spotlight the importance of career development and provide invaluable resources to support students in shaping their professional journey. With a focus on innovation and practicality, the university endeavours to equip individuals with the tools needed to thrive in diverse industries by both attending and delivering a series of engaging events, talks and workshops tailored to address the evolving demands of the modern workplace. These initiatives will offer students insights into emerging trends, career pathways, and essential skills necessary for securing rewarding employment opportunities within games development and computing.
Please refer to the list below for the events scheduled:
Monday, 4th of March
Project Hackney – Post 15 Roadshow
Tuesday 5th of March
Chelmsford College
St. Francis Xavier Careers Fair
SEEVIC College Fair
Wednesday, 6th of March
Oaks Park School Careers Fair
Palmers College Careers Fair
Sir William Perkins School
Future Me, Future Youth
Greatfields School Creative Careers Fair
Thursday, 7th of March
East Careers Week
Sacred Heart of Mary’s Girls School Careers Fair
Friday, 8th of March
Clapton Girls School Careers Fair
East Careers Week
Head of Recruitment and Outreach at Staffordshire University London, Sammy Engele, stated, “Career exploration and development are fundamental, not only towards professional growth, but personal too! Career exploration isn't just about finding a job; it's a multifaceted process that involves learning more about your strengths, passions and how it can align to various career paths. By identifying this, you can gain valuable insight into who you are and the opportunities that are out there. Likewise, career development plays a key role in ensuring long-term success and satisfaction in one's chosen field. Only through continuous learning, upskilling, and adapting to industry trends, individuals can stay relevant and competitive in today's dynamic job market”.
Sammy continued, “At Staffordshire University London, we are dedicated to providing resources, support, and guidance to champion people on their career journeys. Whether that’s through our widening participation programmes, networking opportunities like community coffee mornings, or workshops from ‘How to Kickstart a Career in Technology’ to ‘Student Finance and Budgeting in University’, we strive to equip those with the tools they need to thrive.
Moreover, Staffordshire University London recognises the significance of fostering partnerships with industry champions to enrich students' learning experiences. Collaborative efforts with organisations such as Inspire, LIFT, Skillstruct have paved the way for internships, placements, and networking opportunities, ensuring Staffordshire University London students are well-prepared to transition seamlessly into the workforce upon graduation.
National Careers Week serves as a poignant reminder of the profound influence education can wield in shaping future prospects, a commitment that Staffordshire University London upholds.
If you are interested in organising a campus visit, a bespoke workshop or for us to attend your careers event contact our Recruitment and Events Officers, Bernard Chawey (bernard.chawey@staffs.ac.uk) and Lauren Hebb (lauren.hebb@staffs.ac.uk).