Written by the Career Studio Team
19-23rd October Connected Futures – Why You Should Get Involved!
Our Coaches, your Peers tell you why!
For more information and to join the sessions please visit:
https://www.staffs.ac.uk/students/careers/events/connected-futures/home
Amber Porter
“Personally I think we’re quite lucky Connected Futures is digital this year as it means we have a whole host of different talks from experts in their field that can improve both our career and personal development. By taking part in Connected Futures you will get the opportunity to connect and network with like minded peers and professionals (Which could help you in the future when job opportunity searching), improve your employability and learn more about your mindset, including how to set and achieve better goals. REMEMBER, you are capable of anything you set your mind to!
After taking part in Connected Futures last year I was able to connect with employers in my industry and was given the opportunity to shadow the work of one company which helped me make some decisions about the field of work I want to specialise in”
Annie Thompson
“To enhance your employability skills and ask industry professionals vital questions about work in different fields”
Rebecca Edwards
“Connected Futures gives students the opportunity to take part in workshops and seminars that equip them with vital employability skills and the ability to network with industry professionals. There is something for everyone, for example those who want tips on becoming self employed starting a business, those looking for tips for applications and those that would just like to network and get a feel for the industry. No matter what your year of study is, you can learn a lot from this event and have a lot to gain.
Last year at Connected Futures I gained some high quality contacts and continued the networking through LinkedIn after the event. Since then, although I have been studying and not actively seeking a job, these employers in this time have employed students from Staffs, meaning they really do want to invest in our futures and are willing to offer opportunities!”
Megan Arrand
“It’s a great way for networking with potential future employers even digitally this year. It might seem that there is no-one there who is relevant to you, but you never know who they know in their own networks.”
Bertha Eke
“At Uni it is important to connect with others in your field of interests. From my experience, connections create opportunities which can be beneficial to you before heading out into your prospective career. The university offers different networking – this event in particular so check next week out and make an effort to attend some of the sessions. This may seem scary at first but being able to create professional relationships with other students, professors and prospective employers on campus is very rewarding and I am sure you will find this valuable.”
To speak to one of our Career Coaches get in touch:
Email: careers@staffs.ac.uk
Twitter: @CareersAtStaffs
Instagram: @CareersAtStaffs
Facebook: Staffordshire University Career & Personal Development
LinkedIn: @CareersAtStaffs
Career Chat: https://www.staffs.ac.uk/students/careers/careers-studio/chat-to-our-careers-coaches