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If you're an international student, find out what you need to know about applying for work in the UK.
The Black Researchers’ Hub is a pioneering learning platform, which aims to break down barriers and support the next generation of black researchers at Essex as well as developing your research skills whatever your career aspirations are.
Breaking Barriers is our career exploration programme for students who are first in their family to go to university or from low-income households.
Career planning is a process for you to take control of your career and future direction.
The Career mentoring programme gives you a minimum of 6 hours contact with an experienced professional for one-to-one guidance, support and career coaching.
Find out how to get involved in careers workshops, fairs, and briefing sessions.
This information explores steps you can take to increase your confidence in navigating recruitment as you begin to build your career.
Discover extracurricular opportunities and gain recognition for your achievements on your transcript.
A cover letter should complement your CV, but not duplicate it. Use your letter to add context to your application.
A CV is a short, factual document that you use to market yourself to employers or organisations.