Student Job hunt warms up for summer May 10, 2010
Posted by thecareersgroupnews in employability, graduate recruitment, job vacancies, students.trackback
Finding a job is top of the agenda for thousands of students due to graduate from university this summer. Many will be heading to a major graduate recruitment event that happens in London every June.
The Guardian London Graduate Fair from The Careers Group, is one of the largest graduate recruitment fairs in Europe and takes place on June 23rd/24th at the Business Design Centre, London.
Now in its 36th year, this popular event is widely regarded as the only recruitment event that graduates need to attend this summer since it attracts more than 8,000 pre-registered visitors, 5,000 attendees over two days and over 70 exhibitors.
Students wishing to pre-register should click here: http://www.londongradfair.co.uk/summer/Preregister/Register.aspx?utm_source=guardian&utm_medium=editorial&utm_campaign=glgfs10
Despite the current economic climate, organisations are still looking to fill graduate vacancies for 2010-2011. With popular organisations such as Abercrombie & Fitch, ACCA, The Army, Civil Service Fast Stream, FDM Group, Journalist Works, Make It Happen, Royal Air Force and Waitrose already booked to attend, there is a diverse range of graduate opportunities on offer from the retail, media, finance, logistics, would-be entrepreneurs, public and third sectors. To view the full list of exhibitors click here:
Employers consistently recognise this fair as one of the best ways to recruit the talent they need.
Debbie Coupland, the Army Careers Advisor (officer, London Universities) said: “One of the greatest benefits of this recruitment fair is talking to graduates who have never thought of the army because they have a stereotypical image of it.
“But once they talk to my uniformed colleagues, they are surprised to learn about the wide and exciting range of jobs that are on offer.”
Suzie Young, Graduate Recruitment Manager for Waitrose, said: “There are benefits for both parties at the fair. If I meet someone who is really good, it is really worthwhile for me but, equally, the fair gives students an overview of what’s out there. It also gives them the opportunity to browse and find out what companies are like.”
Simon Dixon, Managing Director of Benedix, who offer training and consultancy for those who want to work in banking and finance, said: “This fair gives graduates the opportunity to meet people face to face and also to get into the mindset of the corporate world. It gives them valuable hands-on experience of the new world they are about to enter.”
ONE STOP CAREER SHOP
Anne-Marie Martin of The Careers Group explains what else visitors can expect : “The Guardian London Graduate Fair from The Careers Group is a one stop shop for students, graduates and career changers.
“As well as a varied list of exhibitors and training providers, the fair also has a comprehensive programme of presentations given by our own expert careers advisers, a selection of exhibitors and the panel debates in the Guardian Sessions Room.
“As at all our fairs, we run a free CV Surgery where you can get your CV or application form checked and receive impartial feedback from our careers advisers. We also offer in-depth consultations with our expert careers consultants for a reduced price of £25 for 25 minutes.
“Anyone attending this event is likely to discover a wide range of benefits that can assist with landing their first job or even changing career direction. The networking opportunities are invaluable and graduates should not miss the chance to explore their future career options with such a diverse range of employers.” http://www.londongradfair.co.uk/summer/
