Practise psychometric tests here!

"Psychometric tests - aptitude tests or personality assessments - are often used by employers as part of the selection process. They can also help you identify your strengths and abilities and assess your suitability for particular careers or occupations." The Careers Service have the following resources available for you to practise with: numerical and verbal …

Should the Robinson library have a nap room?

"The installation of a sleeping pod in the University of Manchester library follows hard on the heels of the University of East Anglia’s sleep room, and no doubt heralds a new era of beanbags, futons, and chaises longue (Russell Group only) popping up on campuses across the UK. But does this mean we are finally taking …

Did you watch Eurovision this weekend?

The amount of countries able to speak our mother tongue should put us to shame! Change that by working abroad this summer - here are 3 job sites to get you started... http://www.seasonworkers.com/summerjobs/ http://www.anyworkanywhere.com/ http://www.summerjobsabroad.co.uk/default.aspx

“You feel guilty if you wake up too late, start work too late, take too long to make dinner” – Sound familiar?

"What I find most difficult to deal with is the pace of life – there’s no break. I have deadlines to complete work, and if I miss them, then I’m a failure. But if I don’t focus on making long-lasting friendships, then am I missing out on a proper university experience? And if I dare …

Love writing? Get informed and inspired at the Newcastle Writing Conference!

"The Newcastle Writing Conference is a must-attend event for aspiring and early career writers looking to promote their work and understand more about the industry, and is also for more established writers who are interested in engaging with their readers through digital platforms. If you’re studying creative writing at university the conference will also be …

Saying Goodbye to University- What to Do Next

Whether you're finished uni for the year already, are waiting for exams to be over before you're free, or are simply a curious second year thinking of the future, the prospect of  what to do next can be daunting. And often, you may not even know what you're doing until something *fingers crossed* miraculously falls …

Love how we can take sweets into the exam hall…

List of things to remember to take into your exam - good luck everyone! http://www.oncourse2ncl.co.uk/top-5-things-take-exams/?utm_source=Twitter&utm_medium=Organic&utm_content=Blog&utm_campaign=OCTNCL14

Still looking for a summer internship?

What about this one with Teach First? *Not a teaching role* Monday 15th June - Saturday 18th July (approx). £250 per week. Deadline: Monday 18th May so get cracking! "We are looking for an individual to play a key role in logistics and delivery of Summer Institute events and activities. You will provide general support …

Got an interview coming up?

The Interview Simulator can help you practise and improve your interview technique: take an interview simulation: record your answers against the clock and compare your responses to video advice from employers explore common interview questions from recruiters and find out why they ask them and what makes a good answer access a range of interview …

Be a Rise-up Intern in September! Paid part-time work on the Uni campus…

"An exciting opportunity is available for those with an interest in enterprise and entrepreneurship. The Entrepreneurial Development Unit is looking to recruit up to four part-time interns for the 2015-2016 academic year to raise awareness of, and increase student and graduate engagement with Rise Up activity. Rise Up Interns work 10-15 hours per week from …