Your future career

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We offer a broad range of opportunities to help develop your skills, boost your employability, and stand out to potential employers in the UK and overseas.

Here are seven ways to accelerate your future career as an International student at Leeds:

1. Get personal career support and guidance

You’ll have access to a wide range of career support services including appointments with career consultants, mock interviews, drop-in sessions and expert guidance on working in the UK or overseas. Our AI-driven tools will also enable you to perfect your CV, write compelling cover letters and enhance your LinkedIn profile.

2. Enhance your skills and experience

Studying abroad, summer schools, research projects, leadership programmes and global industry projects are just some of the ways you can develop your employability skills and experiences while studying at Leeds.

3. Discover paid placements and internships

Benefit from our “Exclusive to Leeds” programme, which offers paid internships and placements with companies in the UK. You can also gain valuable work experience through Student Impact Internships and on-campus jobs. These opportunities are designed to fit around your studies.

4. Be mentored by industry professionals

Connect with alumni and professionals for career guidance through our mentoring programmes. You’ll learn from industry leaders for sector-specific advice on job applications, interviews, and career paths.

5. Volunteer with local charities and beyond

Volunteering is a great way to develop skills and meet people while giving back through local and international opportunities. Volunteering will also help grow your confidence and enhance your communication skills.

6. Build connections at networking events

You’ll have the opportunity to participate in large career fairs, industry-specific fairs and smaller employer panels. It’s your chance to network with potential employers and engage with professionals in the fields that interest you most.

You could also engage with globally-focused networking events like the Asia Careers Insight Series, and participate in local and international training and leadership programmes.

7. Access a wide range of online resources

Access MyCareer, our online platform for job listings, career events, and digital tools to support job searching and your applications. You’ll also benefit from career articles, success stories, and helpful resources through the Career blog and International Student Sway app.

More information about the Careers Service

All of the latest career enhancement opportunities and events are available in the Careers section of the Students website.