Future You: achieve your career goals

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about:   How career paths are changing as more people look beyond the traditional corporate ladder. Learning and development is becoming just as important as salary when choosing a graduate job.  Spending time with friends could be the biggest boost to student wellbeing.  The...

Thinking about university? Already studying? Wondering what happens after graduation?  In this episode we're taking you through the A-Z of higher education one letter at a time.  From AI, burnout and Clearing to networking, placements and workplace etiquette, we answer the biggest questions students ask about university and graduate careers. Along the way, we bust common myths, share practical adv...

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know, including:  Budget changes that could affect your pay and student loan repayments.  Changes to the UK's Graduate visa for international students.  New research shows that young people want more work experience and careers support.  The rise in recruitment scams and how to pro...

This week, we're joined by Marihah, who completed a two-year graduate scheme in the marketing department at Jisc. She shares her experience of transitioning from university to the workplace, discussing the challenges she faced, what she learned, and how she built confidence in a professional environment.  Read more on how to prepare to enter the world of work: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/the-topic...

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know, such as:  Proposed changes to flexible working rights, and what this could mean for your future career.   The government's plans to improve workplace health support, and why employee wellbeing should matter when choosing an employer.   Free careers advice is now available thr...

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about:  Are employers really using AI to hire people?  Asian universities continue climbing the global rankings.  New vocational GCSEs could transform career pathways.  Universities told to plan student housing years in advance.  Why getting a degree doesn't always mean equal...

There’s never been a more exciting time to start your career with Rolls-Royce.  For over 100 years, they’ve been a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people around the world. Their products and services are built on engineering excellence, innovation and a growth mindset.  Their 24-month graduate programme offers rotational placements across the engineering lifecycle, with opp...

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about:  In this week's career news roundup, we're breaking down five stories that could affect students, graduates and early-career professionals across the UK.   In this episode:  A £300million government plan to help more disabled jobseekers into work.  How AI is changing hi...

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about:     Graduate employment rankings that might surprise you.  How Gen Z is changing workplace culture and employer expectations.  MBA programmes are helping professionals accelerate their careers.  Students are struggling with rising living costs.  Why many graduates would...

Thinking about applying for an internship but don't know where to start?   This week I'm joined by Rowan Smith, who shares their experience of landing an internship with University of East Anglia (UEA).  We discuss:   how an internship can open doors to your future career  how to find internship opportunities that are worth applying for  how to make your CV and application stand out  what employer...

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about:     a new retail scheme creating thousands of opportunities for young people   new research revealing how students are balancing university, work and life  plans to give every university student access to work experience  why workplace training is changing - and what th...

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about:   new upfront financial support for healthcare students on placements  the simple CV mistake that could stop recruiters finding your application  the workplace skills employers say are becoming even more valuable  which jobs workers feel are the most secure  why lifelon...

Thinking about taking a gap year, but worried you’d fall behind?  This week we’re joined by Blaise, who was certain they weren't going to university and took a gap year instead. They explain how by doing so they were able to land an apprenticeship in their chosen industry, travel abroad and get new skills.   Should I take a gap year? https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/gap-year/sh...

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about, including:    Degree apprenticeships are more popular than ever - but competition is tough.  New global figures show youth unemployment is rising, as well as where opportunities are growing.  Summer jobs pay more than young people expect, with opportunities across a var...

This week I sit down with Sue Attewell, head of AI at Jisc as we discuss the impact AI is having in the workplace, and how it’s potentially going to affect the job market and future careers.  How to get a job in AI: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/job-sectors/information-technology/how-to-get-a-job-in-ai/   The impact of AI on making early career decisions: https://www.prospec...

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about:   Record university admissions. 262,820 18-year-olds have secured university or college places this year, the highest number ever recorded.  Student loans under the spotlight. A new report claims graduates on newer loan plans could repay significantly more over their wo...

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about:   what the new partnership between the Universities of Greenwich and Kent  could mean for the future of higher education.  why more than 120 MPs are calling for an urgent review of the student loan repayment system.  graduate hiring may be slowing, but demand for AI ski...

A-level results day is here again. It can be both exciting and stressful, so this week Nadine Payne, group director of careers, opportunities and progression for the Eastern Education Group joins us to talk through your options, how to navigate the day and when to start celebrating (it’s earlier than you think!).   What to do on A-level results day: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/applying-for-univers...

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about:   why technical education could become a bigger part of secondary school   what the government's latest apprenticeship and college funding package means for young people  why the World Economic Forum says qualifications are only one part of becoming employable  how to u...

This week I'm joined by Kaiyan who shares how he secured a placement year with Enterprise Mobility, the skills he gained, and how it led to a graduate job offer.  Explore internships: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/work-experience-and-internships/internships/   Creative internships: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/job-sectors/creative-arts-and-design/crea...

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about: Why graduate opportunities are growing outside London.  New research into the UK's 'always-on' work culture, and why work-life balance should matter when choosing your first job.  Why university places are becoming more competitive in Scotland and what that means for ap...

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student and graduate should know:  Why salary transparency could change the way you apply for jobs.  How skills-based hiring is reshaping recruitment, and why your transferable skills matter more than ever.  How you can help shape future careers advice for students and graduates.  New opportunities for young people in the UK's rail ind...

Networking isn’t just awkward small talk and exchanging business cards.   In this episode, we’re joined by Chris Rea, Head of strategic relationships and Hedd to break down what networking really means, and why it could be one of the biggest career skills you develop.  Whether you're heading to a careers fair, building your LinkedIn profile, applying for graduate jobs, or simply trying to meet new...

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about:  Why MPs are calling for changes to the student loan system and what that could mean for future students. UCAS Clearing is now open, and not just for people who missed their grades. The latest student satisfaction survey reveals that more students are enjoying their uni...

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about:  What new research says about GCSEs and future earnings and why your results don't define you. Could new government proposals create more apprenticeships and work placements. Why one of the world's biggest car manufacturers found that AI can't replace human experience....