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Workshops for PhD Students 2012:
Career Planning for PhD Students
Writing an Effective Academic CV
Employer Interviews and Assessment Centres
Part-time Researchers Careers Webinar PhD workshop
SIM VENTURE INTRODUCTORY SESSION
21st June 2012 1pm - 3.30pm
Bowland North MML 1 Computer Lab 1
SimVenture is a dynamic multi-award winning business simulation software package that allows you to try your hand at running your own virtual business.
In SimVenture you are the entrepreneur. You make the decisions about all aspects of your company in order to survive and hopefully succeed in business. Every choice you make will, just like in business, have an impact.
The Introductory Session will give you the tools to understand how you can use the software to setup and run a virtual business. You will develop your commercial awareness and enterprise skills but the aim is for you to then get in the driving seat and use Sim Venture to improve your entrepreneurial decision making at your own pace!
BOOK NOW - PLACES LIMITED
To book your place please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
GET THAT GRADUATE JOB WORKSHOP
Tuesday 19th June
10am - 4pm
Bowland North SR10
This workshop, for final year students, covers the whole application process from job search, to application forms and CVs, through to interviews and assessment centres – in fact everything you need to know to help you get a graduate job, but in one day!
LANCASTER CAREER MENTORING PROGRAMME
Come along to a talk to find out more about the Lancaster Career Mentoring Programme 2012-13
On Monday 28th May 2012
At 6.00pm
In Management School LT 4
Please sign up here - http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
Lancaster Career Mentoring Programme
Connect with the world of work with your very own mentor!
The Lancaster Career Mentoring Scheme gives you an opportunity to spend time with a working professional, getting an insight into what they do and ask questions to help you analyse what you want to do with your future.
Career mentoring might include chatting with your mentor over a coffee to find out about their job hunting tips; skills development ideas or applications and interviews advice. They may even let you attend meetings or events with them to get an insight into their work.
IS IT FOR ME?
The scheme is available to any student of any degree scheme who is currently enrolled at Lancaster University who has completed at least one year of study - but will be of most benefit to students in their second year of study.
The characteristics of a good mentee include:
• Openness to new ideas, suggestions and feedback.
• Willingness to have a go and try out different things.
• Commitment to self-development and achievement of career goals.
• Ability to give and receive constructive and honest feedback.
• Skill in good organisation and time management.
• Willingness to take the initiative, communicate needs, desires and expectations.
The scheme is designed to be flexible for both mentors and mentees but you will need to commit at least 16 hours in total during the mentoring period (mid-November to May).
Applications for the 2012-13 Programme:
To apply to become a mentee on the 2012-13 programme which starts in November 2012 you will need to complete an application form online. You will be emailed the link and you can only apply from Monday 11th June to Friday 22nd June - ONLY FULLY COMPLETED FORMS WILL BE ACCEPTED
The matching process takes place over the summer vacation and you will be informed in October via email if a successful match has been made.
LANCASTER AWARD
Have you heard about the LANCASTER AWARD?
It’s a great opportunity to gain official recognition for all the employability enhancing activities you complete whilst at Lancaster University.
Whether you join a student society, do work experience, take up voluntary work, learn a new skill, play sport, organise music events or dramatic productions - they all count.
To find out how you can enhance your degree by gaining this prestigious award come along to the workshop. There's no need to reserve a place just turn up on time
Thursday 26th April 2 - 4pm Bowland North SR 2 - CANCELLED
Monday 30th April 2 - 4pm Bowland North SR 2 - CANCELLED
Wednesday 2nd May 10 - 12noon Bowland North SR 23
Wednesday 9th May 2 - 4pm Bowland North SR 2 - CANCELLED
Friday 11th May 2 - 4pm Bowland North SR 10
Monday 14th May 2 - 4pm Bowland North SR 2
Tuesday 15th May 2 - 4pm Bowland North SR 6 - CANCELLED
Thursday 17th May 10 - 12noon Bowland North SR 2 - CANCELLED
Thursday 24th May 10 - 12noon LUMS LT 5 - CANCELLED
Monday 28th May 10 - 12noon Bowland North SR 2
Friday 8th June 2pm - 4pm Fylde LT 2
Tuesday 12th June 10am - 12 noon
For further information please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
Maximising your On-line Applications - Chris Little, Careers Consultant
Where: Dates and times as below:
20th March, 10-11am, Bowland North SR 1
The aim of this workshop is to introduce the practical considerations associated with the use of electronic applications an resources during the recruitment and selection process.
For further information please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
Apply Yourself - A guide to making speculative applications
Many vacancies are never advertised so in order to ensure your job search net is as wide as possible you need to know how to uncover hidden vacancies.
Monday 6th February, 2pm-3pm, Bowland North SR1
For further information please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
CV Writing - David Evans, Careers Consultant
Where: Dates and times as below:
What makes an effective CV? What are employers looking for in a CV? How can I construct a CV that will get me an interview? If you sign up for the workshop below, the answers to these questions will be revealed.
Thursday 10th May 10am - 11am Bowland North SR 8
Tuesday 15th May 2pm - 3pm Bowland North SR 1
Wednesday 23rd May 10am - 11am Bowland North SR 3
Friday 1st June 10am - 11am Bowland North SR 1
Thursday 7th June 2pm - 3pm Bowland North SR 3
Wednesday 20th June 10am - 11am Bowland North SR 4
For further information please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
Cracking the Confidence Issue - stragegies to build self-confidence
Thursday May 10th - 10am - 12 noon - Bowland North SR 3
Thursday 31st May - 2pm - 4pm - Bowland North SR 3
This session explores what we mean by self confidence, why we need some of it and how we can acquire it. The strategies explored will help you to develop your confidence in social and study situations as well as in your job search.
For further information please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
Teacher Training - Elaine Davies, Careers Consultant
Where: Dates and time as below:
This session is for anyone who is at all interested in teaching and answers such questions as:
• How do I decide if teaching is for me?
• How do I find and apply for the right course?
• Are my qualifications acceptable?
• What happens at the interview?
The aim of the workshop is to provide an introduction to teaching as a career and to the training application process.
This session focuses on training to teach in a UK school.
Thursday 3rd May 2pm - 4pm Bowland North SR 22
Wednesday 16th May 10am - 12 noon Bowland North SR 7
Monday 28th May 2pm - 4pm Bowland North SR 1
Monday 18th June 10am - 12 noon Bowland North SR 7
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
Impressive Interviews - What to expect at graduate job interviews and how to approach them for maximum Impact
The aim of this workshop is to introduce the basics of a typical graduate job interview and to add to your understanding of the common processes and principles associated with selection interviews.
Monday 30th April - 2 - 4pm - Bowland North SR 1
Wednesday 6th June - 10am - 12noon - Bowland North SR 3
Monday 11th June - 10am - 12 noon - Bowland North SR 1
For further information please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
Application Forms - What do Employers Want? - David Evans, Careers Consultant
Where: Dates and times as below:
Struggling with application forms? Need some help with answering the analytical, skills based questions on many graduate application forms? Need to know what makes an effective application.
Thursday 10th May 11 - 12 noon Bowland North SR 8
Wednesday 23rd May 11 - 12 noon Bowland North SR 3
Thursday 7th June 3pm - 4pm Bowland North SR 3
Wednesday 20th June 11am - 12noon Bowland North SR 4
For further information please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
How to survive Assessment Centres
Where: Dates and times as below:
These interactive workshops will describe the typical content of an Assessment Centre and give participants the opportunity to try out some of the exercises that employers use.
Thursday 24th May - 10am - 12 noon - Bowland North SR 1
For further information please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
The aim of this workshop is to introduce the basics of a typical graduate job interview and to add to your understanding of the common processes and principles associated with selection interviews.
To book your individual interview, please go the the Base in University house and sign up.
Choosing your Career (for undergraduates and postgraduates)
Need inspiration for your future career? Unsure of your options and where to find information? Want help with career decision making and planning your future? This workshop could help you to get started.
Tues 31 Jan 14.00-16.00 – Choosing your career
For further information please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
Work Experience (Personal Workout)
Unsure about how to find work experience? Want to know what it would be like to work in your chosen field, but don’t know where to start? Want to find out more about networking and other sources of information? This workshop could help you to get started.
Tuesday 22nd May - 3pm - 4pm - Bowland North SR 1
For further information please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
Explore Your Personality with MBTI (1:1 sessions) - For anyone
Please Note: There are a limited number of 1:1 MBTI sessions available so please bring your £20 deposit to the Base reception early to avoid disappointment.
What is it?
The Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) personality assessment questionnaire can enable you to understand your strengths and motivators, different styles of working and how you relate to others. Understanding your preferred behaviours can help you to:
- Identify a career which may appeal to your personality
- Understand how to present yourself convincingly to an employer in interviews
- Develop essential employability skills to set you apart from the competition in the recruitment process
Learning Outcomes:
by the end of the 1:1 session you will:
- receive an MBTI report outlining your personality preferences
- understand your preferred behaviours
- have a greater understanding of the behaviours of different personality types
- know where to find more information on careers which may appeal to your type
What do I do next?
- You will need to submit a £20 deposit in an envelope with your name, email address and mobile number to the Base Reception. This will be returned at your feedback session.
- Once the deposit has been received, an on-line questionnaire will be emailed to you. This must be completed before your 1:1 session.
- You will receive an email to arrange the date of your MBTI feedback session.
- Your MBTI profile report will be provided at the 1:1 session.
To explore your career options using your MBTI profile, use the Book ‘Do what you are’, available at the Base Reception.
Psychometric Assessment Webinar
Date: 9 May 2012, 18.00-19.30
What is it?
This 1½ hour on-line webinar provides a brief introduction to psychometric assessment, including 30 minutes question/discussion time. You can access the webinar through the internet. You will be sent an email link on the day of the webinar and will be able to view PowerPoint slides during the session, as well as ask questions and participate in polls and discussions using the online messaging system. There will be examples of psychometric questions but not a full psychometric assessment.
Outcome:
By the end of the session you will have:
- an understanding of the different types of psychometric assessment including numerical, verbal and abstract reasoning tests.
- tips and advice for taking the tests
- knowledge of where to find preparation resources, useful web-sites and background reading
What do I do next?
Fill in the online booking form available at http://jobs.lancs.ac.uk. You will need to provide the email address you wish to use on the evening of the webinar, so that we can email the webinar link to you.
Try practice tests using resources in the Base or on-line.
Effective Applications Webinar
Date: 16 May 2012, 18.00-19.30
What is it?
This 1½ hour webinar aims to help participants understand how to write effective applications and to consider what employers want. You can access the webinar through the internet. You will be sent an email link on the day of the webinar and will be able to view PowerPoint slides during the session, as well as ask questions and participate in polls and discussions using the online messaging system. There will be a 1 hour presentation and 30 minute discussion.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this session you will be able to:
- recognise and demonstrate what makes an effective application
- identify why employers use competence based application forms
- analyse and discuss approaches to difficult questions
- evaluate application forms, against competences typical of many graduate recruiters
What shall I do next?
Fill in the online booking form available at http://jobs.lancs.ac.uk. You will need to provide the email address you wish to use on the evening of the webinar, so that we can email the webinar link to you.
If you have an application form to complete and would like a careers adviser to look at your answers, then make an appointment at CEEC or bring it to one of the drop in sessions.
LinkedIn for Professional Development Webinar
Date: 23 May 2012, 18.00-19.30
What is it?
The professional networking site ‘LinkedIn’ plays a crucial role for today’s job hunters. Many companies are now scanning LinkedIn profiles for prospective employees. This 1½ hour on-line webinar focuses on how to use LinkedIn to assist you in your job search and to develop your network of contacts. You can access the webinar through the internet. You will be sent an email link on the day of the webinar and will be able to view PowerPoint slides during the session, as well as ask questions and participate in polls and discussions using the online messaging system. There will be a 1 hour presentation and 30 minute discussion.
Outcome:
By the end of the session you will be able to:
- create a professional online presence
- identify and research organisations; search for professional contacts
- research job profiles
- expand your network of contacts through joining groups
- perform job searches
What do I do next?
Fill in the online booking form available at http://jobs.lancs.ac.uk. When you book you will need to provide the email address you wish to use on the evening of the webinar, so that we can email the webinar link to you.
After the session complete your LinkedIn profile and upload your CV.
career planning for phD students
Date: Tues 28 Feb
Time: 18.00-19.30
Who’s it for?
Postgraduate Masters Students from any discipline who would prefer to receive careers information online from their own place.
Workshop Content.
This workshop aims to help you to start your career planning or job search. There will be information on graduate schemes and networking, as well as tips for writing effective CVs and job applications and preparing for Interview.
Workshop Information
This is an online workshop. You will be able to view PowerPoint slides during the session as well as ask questions and participate in discussions using the online messaging system.
You will need to provide the email address you wish to use on the evening of the webinar, so that we can email the webinar link to you.
Applying for Post-Graduate Education: Focus on North America
This session will give you a comprehensive look at what to take into account before applying. It will include topics such as: cost of graduate studies; how to choose the right school and program; the differences between thesis and non-thesis programs; how to find a supervisor; the prerequisites of getting in; what the typical application procedures are; how to ask for reference letters; and how to choose between post grad education and working after graduation. The session will be led by a visiting careers advisor from Canada, who will provide insight on post graduate education in North America.
- TUE 27 OCT 2-3:30PM Fass Meeting Room 2
Job Search Simplified: Networking or Not Working
This workshop will provide you with an overview on the job search process, followed by an in-depth look at networking as the most effective strategy. Our goal is to help you to:
- Understand the steps in the job search process
- Approach networking with less anxiety
- Have ideas on how to reach out to people effectively
- Understand that most jobs are found through the hidden job market and that networking is a win-win situation.
- THUR 10 NOV 10-12:30PM Bowland North SR 2
For further information please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
One stop shop careers webinar for any one
13th June 18:00 - 19:30
What is it?
This is 1½ hour online careers workshop is for any student. This workshop aims to help you to start your career planning, job search and the job application process. You can access the webinar through the internet. You will be sent an email link on the day of the webinar and will be able to view PowerPoint slides during the session, as well as ask questions and participate in polls and discussions using the online messaging system. There will be a 1 hour presentation and 30 minute discussion.
Outcome: by the end of the session you will be able to: start to identify your personal values needs preferences and career options; research graduate schemes; understand how to network effectively; plan and prepare an effective CV and job application; plan and prepare for interview.
What do I do next?
Fill in the online booking form available at http://jobs.lancs.ac.uk. You will need to provide the email address you wish to use on the evening of the webinar, so that we can email the webinar link to you.
After the webinar, book an appointment with a careers adviser or have your CV checked by a CV adviser. Publish your CV on LinkedIn.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
Career Planning for PhD Students
This introductory session is strongly recommended for all PhD students.
It provides a clear picture of the job market for PhD students, the options available and the issues to consider when making a career choice. It also covers the key sources of job vacancies, job search techniques and the art of networking. This session forms the foundation for the rest of the workshops in this programme.
6th June, 2-4pm, Bowland North SR 10,
For further information and to book a place please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
Writing an Effective Academic CV
This helps students understand the type of CV required for academic posts and gives them practical experience of constructing an academic CV.
13th June, 2-4pm Bowland North SR 10
For further information and to book a place please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
Academic Interviews
This session is for those who wish to find out more about the academic interview process. It covers the how best to prepare for such interviews and also includes some interview practice in small groups.
20th June, 2-5pm, Bowland North SR 10
For further information and to book a place please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
Employer Interviews and Assessment Centres
This shows students how best to prepare for employer interviews and assessment centres.
For interviews, it shows them how to:
- Understand the different types of interview they may face
- Recognise the types of questions they are likely to be asked
- Prepare effectively to promote themselves to their best advantage
For the assessment centres it shows students:
- What to expect at a typical assessment centre
- Ways of preparing effectively
- How to make the most of the opportunity to promote their suitability for the post
The session will include a number of simulations so that students can get the feel of what it will be like to attend interviews and assessment centres.
27th June, 2-4pm, Bowland North SR 10
For further information and to book a place please go to: http://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk
You will need your Lancaster email address or Library ID and Date of Birth to log-in to your account.
Part-time Researchers Careers Webinar PhD workshop
Date: 30 May 2102, 18.00-19.30
What is it?
This 1½ hour online careers workshop is for part-time researchers from any discipline. The workshop aims to help you to start your career planning and job search. You will also be signposted to information to enable you to find out more about job applications and interviews.
The webinar is accessed through the internet. You will be sent an email link on the day of the webinar and will be able to view PowerPoint slides during the session, as well as ask questions and participate in polls and discussions using the online messaging system. The session includes 30 minutes of questions/ discussion at the end.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this session you will:
- gain an insight into the job market for PhD students, the options available to you and the issues you need to consider when making a career choice
- become familiar with the key sources of job vacancies, job search techniques and the art of networking.
- Know where to look for information on writing job applications and on effective interview techniques.
What shall I do next?
email address you wish to use on the evening of the webinar, so that we can email the webinar link to you.
Make full use of the related additional materials, described in this workshop, on the Vitae website and the University Postgraduate Portal. Contact the Base reception to book an appointment with a Careers Adviser so that you can discuss individual issues relating to career choice.
All events are found on the 'What's on' section of the https://www.jobs.lancs.ac.uk site
To access further careers support e.g. postgraduate careers information, job vacancy sources, or, to book a confidential careers guidance interview call in to
Careers, Alex Square next to the Post Office, or, telephone 92767. A great deal of useful information can also be found on our web site www.careers.lancs.ac.uk and on the Vitae website for research students www.vitae.ac.uk
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