In this blog, Theo shares their experience with the Undergraduate Scholar’s Programme (USP) at the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures, a unique opportunity that helped build confidence, enhance employability, and expand academic horizons through research. Through two research projects Theo shares the skills they gained and how they secured an internship and a part-time job, with thanks to the programme’s networking and mentoring opportunities.
Category: My future
Your Guide to the Stellify Award
Joining the University of Manchester in September? Read Fariha’s blog as they tell you all about the unique of opportunity of earning the ‘Stellify Award’ in Manchester and enhancing your experience with volunteering.
How to Prepare for Life After Graduation
SALC Blog Contributor Sofia Brooke has written seven great tips on life after University! The end of semester two also marks the end of many students’ time at Manchester. Whether continuing in higher education in the next academic year or going into work, finishing...
Why I would recommend working at an SME!
Why I would recommend working at an SME! Written by SALC Employability Champion Abi Bowden Last summer I undertook a two-month internship at an SME (Small or Medium-sized Enterprise). Not only was it a helpful glimpse into the working world,...
Careers and Disability
Careers and Disability Written by SALC Employability Champion Zach Wulfsohn As someone who has stammered all their life, I have always been passionate about helping people understand they are not limited by a disability, and I soon realised my role as...
Six Tips to Break into the Charity Sector
Six Tips to Break into the Charity Sector Written by SALC Employability Champion Beth Rutter The charity sector is a large, diverse sector made up of so many organisations and roles you can take up, working with a variety of...
My time as a SALC Employability Champion
Read Kacey’s experience as a SALC Employability Champion, including their experience in the Heritage Industry, the new skills they can add to their CV and how the programme has allowed them to delve deeper into the world of work.
PASS: Student experiences and why you should get involved!
Our Peer Support provisions are something we’re very proud of here in SALC. The Peer-Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) scheme is a huge part of this. Our second and third-year PASS leaders run workshops and activities for first-years, guiding their younger coursemates...
From Barista to Campus Ambassador: Exploring Part-Time Jobs at University
Written by Masnuna, SALC Student Experience InternReading time: <4 minutes If you're reading this, you're probably navigating the exciting but often budget-conscious journey, that is, university. Like most of us, you've likely got some big dreams and a...
Planning a career in the small business sector
Our SALC employability champion, Gina DeLancey, looks at the benefits of working in dynamic smaller businesses over their larger counterparts. When on the hunt for experience, a grad job or placement the household names often come to mind first. However, a Small or...
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