Student Employability Webinars

Enhance your employability skills with our free webinars 

Our free employability webinars, based on Sophie Milliken’s best-seller From Learner to Earner, have helped thousands of students to develop their employability skills so they can secure graduate roles.

See more information about the topics below and use the links to watch the webinars on our YouTube channel. You will also find some useful resources, including CV templates, a goal setting planner, and practise interview questions, at the bottom of this page.

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NEW webinar topics

 

Virtual internships

Includes: the different types; what they involve; the challenges and opportunities; the dos and don’ts; the value in doing them.

Developing your online presence

Includes: being professional; which platforms to use;  developing your profiles; making posts and growing connections; using LinkedIn to search for jobs; online courses.

 

Original series webinar topics

Finding your strengths

Includes: the importance of work experience; extracurricular activities; getting clear on your career plan; your values.

The job search

Includes: where to find jobs; networking; single focus vs scattergun approach; remaining resilient in an uncertain jobs market.

Creating a killer CV, cover letter and acing application forms

Includes: does your CV include the right things?; how to write a great cover letter; application forms.

Online Tests

Includes: personality tests; aptitude tests.

The final interview stage

Includes: how to prepare; types of questions; ways to make an impact and stand out; how to manage your nerves; what to wear; video interviews and in person interviews.

Tackling telephone and video interviews

Includes: what to expect; common mistakes; how to answer the most challenging questions.

The transition into the world of work

Includes: making a great first impression; how to behave in the workplace; goal setting; longer-term career planning.

Assessment Centres

Includes: what to expect; in person assessment centres; digital assessment centres; the different types of exercises (and how to be ready for them).


Webinar feedback

“As someone who has little experience applying for
jobs, the webinars are really insightful and a great
kick-start to the process.”
— Queen's University Belfast Student
 
“The webinar was very motivating. It is reassuring and encouraging to learn from experts in the field. ”
— Cardiff Metropolitan Student
“All of the webinars have been incredibly informative and helpful, packed full of useful tips. I am really grateful that SRS have taken the time to put these webinars together and make them available to students. I cannot begin to tell you how much these webinars have helped me in developing my career ideas and thoughts about the future.”
— University student

Webinar Resources