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As an international student, recruitment practices and employer expectations may differ significantly from those in your home country. It’s important to research and understand these differences to prepare effectively. Here you’ll find key resources to help you make informed decisions about your next steps.
Student Circus is a job readiness platform that supports international students in their career journey. Key features for your UK job search include:
Set up your Student Circus profile, and explore the support and opportunities available.
The UofG Careers, Employability & Opportunity Team provide dedicated Career Development Support for international students.
Login to Glasgow Careers to access International student career pathways, three short courses that will help build your confidence and get you started.
The British Council Study UK: Preparing for work online course is designed for international students and includes topics such as building a personal brand, networking, CV writing, and more.
Masters in Finance Candidate and Former Assistant Manager, Financial Services Valuations, Deloitte London
International students bring valuable experience from studying and living in another country, as well as working with people from diverse cultures. My advice to current students is to stay open-minded and not to overlook opportunities with smaller companies. Remember that employers in the UK value people skills that you could build through societies and clubs, internships, part-time jobs and volunteering. The University of Glasgow Careers Service played a key role in helping me secure a graduate role. I benefited from CV reviews, interview workshops, webinars, and coaching sessions that helped me understand the essential skills UK employers look for.
If you're hoping to work in the UK during or after your studies, make sure you take the time to research and understand practical information like visas conditions. It is important that you comply to the working conditions to maintain your immigration status.
