Develop your Career
Access expert career support from our Careers Service and your global alumni community.
We can help with your career
Whatever your ambitions, Newcastle University is here to help you achieve a successful and fulfilling career.
Alumni can access a variety of careers support, including:
- Online and in-person networking events.
- Expert advice from alumni who are industry and sector leaders.
- Tailored support from our award-winning Careers Service.
Graduated in the last three years?
For the first three years after you graduate, you can enlist the help of our award-winning Careers Service to kickstart your journey on the career ladder.
You can access in-person or online appointments, workshops and events via the MyCareer portal, plus:
- Get help with job applications and writing your CV
- Browse graduate jobs and internships made for you
- Prepare for interviews and assessment centres
- Explore your further study options
- Gain overseas employment advice and guidance on applying for work visas
- Develop enterprise skills and launch your own business
Graduated more than three years ago?
If you graduated more than three years ago, you can still access free career development resources and career masterclasses on YouTube from the Careers Service for as long as you need them. This includes:
- Career planning in uncertain times
- How to use LinkedIn to develop your career
- How to nail your virtual job interview
Your alumni community is another rich resource to aid your career development. Join us for our Newcastle Develop webinar series. These events see graduates from around the world sharing industry insights and their experience on hot topics. For example first-time management and taking a career break.
Plus, you can continue your professional learning with CPD opportunities and short courses from your university.
You can also gain expert careers advice from the government-funded National Careers Service. This service provides careers support for adults via email, telephone and online.