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Taking Your Next Step<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

One of the fantastic things about a Humanities degree is it can lead to many different opportunities across a range of career sectors.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 If you do a search on LinkedIn<\/a> \u00a0for SALC alumni you\u2019ll see examples of further study and an impressive spread of job roles and employers. \u00a0\u00a0A key reason is the majority of graduate employers welcome applications from students of any degree discipline because they value the skills gained through studying and extra-curricular activities. \u00a0Skills<\/a> such as communication, collaboration, research and analysis, independence, creativity and adaptability that are an intrinsic part of any SALC degree. \u00a0\u00a0There are, of course, exceptions, for instance employers looking for specialist skills such as language<\/a>s.<\/p>\n

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Deciding What\u2019s Right For You\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n

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You\u2019ll find detailed information on any graduate role and further study on the Careers Service website<\/a>, including job profiles, vacancy sources, graduate schemes<\/a>, industry insights and more besides.\u00a0 If you haven\u2019t a clue what you want to do, or perhaps have one or two vague ideas, don\u2019t panic!\u00a0 Many SALC graduates, with rewarding careers, were once in the same boat and had one or more jobs before deciding on a particular career.\u00a0\u00a0 For inspiration, you can listen to graduates sharing their experience for a SALC welcome week session<\/strong> and at Meet the Professionals<\/a> events.<\/p>\n

Adopting a flexible approach and exploring options could increase your chances of finding a job that\u2019s right for you, particularly at a time of economic uncertainty. \u00a0You\u2018ll also benefit from adding to your digital skills, something you can do through free flexible learning<\/a>.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>Reassuringly, a recent report by the British Academy<\/em> states that, arts, humanities and social science graduates \u2018are highly employable and resilient to economic upheaval\u2019.\u00a0\u00a0 However, now more than ever, it\u2019s important to be proactive.\u00a0 So, for instance, if you have a few employers in mind why not contact them to see if there\u2019s something you can apply for rather than wait to see a job advertised?\u00a0 A careers service recorded session on Navigating the Hidden job market<\/a> will tell you how to do this.\u00a0 It can also help to spread the word to friends and family about the kind of things you\u2019re interested in.\u00a0 At the very least they can check job sites for you and they may even know someone who knows someone\u2026who could help you.<\/p>\n

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Curious, Connected, Courageous<\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Our research shows that successful graduates tend to be Curious, are willing to Connect with others and Courageous – \u00a0behaviour you can adopt in a way that works for you . \u00a0In the \u2018I don\u2019t know what I want to do\u2019<\/a> section of the careers service website there are exercises and careers questionnaires to fuel your curiosity.\u00a0 There are also suggestions for careers that link well to your degree subject, advice on how to connect with relevant people, plus videos of graduates sharing their experience to reassure and help you feel that little bit more courageous.<\/p>\n

Just as important, though, is valuing the strengths you already have.\u00a0 Don\u2019t forget, you\u2019ve come a long way to get to where you are now.\u00a0 \u00a0Studying for A levels, or their equivalent, isn\u2019t a walk in the park, and nor is studying during a pandemic, yet you\u2019ve done both.\u00a0 The strengths you\u2019ve drawn on to achieve this are a part of who you are and will help you succeed and deal with set-backs that are a natural part of life.\u00a0 Because a growing number of employers use a strengths<\/a> based approach to recruitment, we\u2019ve recorded sessions<\/a> to help you identify and articulate ones that are personal to you.<\/p>\n

There are also psychometric tests including personality and learning style questionnaires<\/a> that are free to use.\u00a0\u00a0 From these you\u2019ll gain an understanding of your preferred way of applying yourself to a task, something that can be valuable when planning an essay or a dissertation.\u00a0 \u00a0You could also gain a clearer sense of how you like to live your life \u2013 knowledge that could inform your key decisions.<\/p>\n

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Adding to Your Story<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n

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When applying for something, be it work experience, part-time work or a graduate job, you will be asked to complete an application form or a CV and a Cover Letter<\/a>.\u00a0 \u00a0This is where you tell your story, from GCSEs onwards, in a way that evidences the requirements of the opportunity you\u2019re applying for.\u00a0 So, how do you add to your story, particularly during a pandemic when there are few in-person opportunities?\u00a0 \u00a0You could start with university initiatives.\u00a0 For instance, there is the University\u2019s \u00a0Stellify<\/a> programme that offers a chance to build highly valued skills and experience.\u00a0\u00a0 You could also look into Volunteering<\/a>\u00a0 or reach out to a student society<\/a> to see if they\u2019re doing something online. In addition, there are virtual internships, student experience internships<\/a> and graduate internships<\/a> on CareerConnect,<\/a> the Careers Service\u2019s newly launched opportunities, events and appointments platform<\/p>\n

It all starts with one small step \u2013 finding something you would like to apply for.\u00a0 If you need to complete an application, you can seek feedback<\/a> from our student partner interns and use our online CV checker<\/a>.\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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You\u2019re Not On Your Own <\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

Don\u2019t forget that the Careers Service is here to support you now and for up to two years after you complete your degree.\u00a0 We offer help that includes guidance, applications advice, practice interviews and video interviews<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0 Each week we run events, many delivered by employers eager to receive applications from University of Manchester students – people just like you.\u00a0 CareerConnect features a wealth of opportunities; some you may not previously have been aware of which could be just right for you.\u00a0 And, if you\u2019re put off from applying because of the competition, pause for a moment and remember that you are studying for a degree at a Russell Group university and already have a lot to offer.\u00a0\u00a0 You\u2019ve got this far on your own – proof that you\u2019re resourceful – and there\u2019s lots of support you can call on to help you take your next step.<\/p>\n

There is also an online Careers session for SALC PGT students on Fri 26 Feb, 1-2pm –\u00a0 please email <\/strong>louise.sethi@manchester.ac.uk<\/strong><\/a> for a Zoom link<\/strong><\/p>\n

www.manchester.ac.uk\/careers<\/a><\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.careers.manchester.ac.uk\/services\/socialmedia\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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