In this week's careers roundup, we break down five important stories shaping the future of work in the UK. From the challenges facing young people entering the job market to the growing demand for technical skills and postgraduate qualifications, we explore what these trends mean for students, graduates and anyone planning their next career move. 

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It's volunteers week! (https://volunteersweek.org/) 

Volunteering is a great way to build new skills, grow your confidence, and develop qualities employers really look for. It also gives you something meaningful to talk about in interviews - plus, it can be genuinely rewarding along the way. 

This week, Amelia shares her journey with volunteering - from getting involved at university with her students’ union and societies to where she is today. 

She shares where to find volunteering opportunities, how to showcase your experience on your CV and LinkedIn, and what volunteering really looks like in terms of time commitment.  

Check out the charities Amelia volunteers with: 

Just Like Us: https://justlikeus.org/ 

The Refugee Council: https://www.refugeecouncil.org.uk/

York Museums Trust: https://www.yorkmuseumstrust.org.uk/ 

Zooniverse: https://www.zooniverse.org/ 

Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/support-us/volunteer/ 

Thinking about volunteering abroad? Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4fficmy 

Thinking about volunteering with animals? Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4u4naGq 

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From student life and placements to career support in an AI-driven world. 

With insights from students, lecturers, and industry-experienced academics, we explore how Loughborough Business School brings learning to life. From placement years and internships to global opportunities such as partnerships with Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), discover how the university helps students build skills that really count in today’s job market. 

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Postgraduate courses:https://www.lboro.ac.uk/schools/business-school/study/masters/?utm_source=jisc&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=lead_gen&utm_content=podbean_link&utm_term=business_school 

MBA: https://www.lboro.ac.uk/schools/business-school/study/mba/?utm_source=jisc&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=lead_gen&utm_content=podbean_link&utm_term=business_school 

Research: https://www.lboro.ac.uk/schools/business-school/research-and-innovation/?utm_source=jisc&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=lead_gen&utm_content=podbean_link&utm_term=business_school 

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Your CV gets you noticed. Your social media gets you hired - or rejected. 

In this episode, we dive into the growing reality that your social media presence is part of the job application process. 

I’m joined by Susie Thomson, founder of Security Watchdog, and Martin Hardy, founder of Right2Socials, to discuss how and why employers screen candidates online, and what they’re really looking for when they check your feeds. 

We cover: 

Make sure your online presence works for you, not against you. 

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What is it like studying a Masters degree across three countries?

In this episode of Future You, Simone Saccaggi shares his experience completing a triple Masters in Management, Finance and Tech in France, Italy and the UK. He shares tips for prospective students on making the most of international study opportunities, building connections across campuses, and using internships to test and refine their career direction.

Explore the course: https://www.bayes.citystgeorges.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/management-finance-tech/_recache?utm_source=Prospects&utm_medium=Podcast1&utm_campaign=TripleDegree&utm_id=MSc2526

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Want to land a competitive graduate scheme with no rail experience?

In this episode, Megan Taylor shares how she went from studying psychology and working in healthcare to securing a place on the TransPennine Express graduate scheme, beating 1,500 applicants.

We cover:

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Welcome back for Season 6 of Future You: achieve your career goals. This year we're tackling topics chosen by you. If you have a suggestion for something you'd like us to cover, get in touch [email protected].

We kick off with everything you need to know about apprenticeships.

Host Emily Slade is joined by:

Erin McKelvey, talent attraction manager at Forvis Mazars

Holly Slater, early careers partner at Jisc

Owen Marshall-Jones, recently completed a digital marketing apprenticeship with Prospects

Matthew Farrow, apprentice quantity surveyor with Gleeds

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Overview of degree apprenticeships: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/apprenticeships/degree-apprenticeships/?utm_source=Podbean&utm_medium=podcast+episode+&utm_campaign=Apprenticeship_episode&utm_term=Apprenticeship_Podbean

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Welcome back to Future You.

This year, we’re diving into the topics that matter most for your next steps - from clearing, to apprenticeships, changing careers, salary support, and so much more. Wherever you are in your journey, Future You is here to help you plan what’s next with confidence.

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This week James, a captain based at Heathrow shares his career journey from training in the RAF to becoming a certified trainer. He talks about the importance of both technical and soft skills, how you can practise flying a plane at home, and what qualifications you’ll need to become a pilot.

Airline pilot job profile: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/airline-pilot

How to become a pilot in the UK: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/job-sectors/transport-and-logistics/how-to-become-a-pilot-in-the-uk/

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Catherine joins us this week to talk us through what the role involves, how she got there despite studying ancient history at university, and the key skills that make her successful in the job.

Read more from Catherine: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/case-studies/sustainability-analyst-catherine-barker/ 

Explore being a sustainability consultant: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/sustainability-consultant 

How to get a job in sustainability: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/job-sectors/environment-and-agriculture/how-to-get-a-job-in-sustainability/ 

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