Top 10 things to do during an internship
Internships can be a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate your skills and develop relationships in your ideal work environment. For our students at PE, these placements are the perfect place to practice and hone soft skills – something employers are desperate to see from potential job candidates. Bridging that gap between university and employment and getting […]
Are you struggling?
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, have been stressed-out for a long time, feel constantly tired, or find it hard to get out of bed, your mental health could be suffering. The good news is – you’re not alone. Mental health issues (or mental illness) can make you feel isolated, as though you’re broken, or like no […]
How to use Ikigai to plan your career
Ikigai is a Japanese concept to do with work, passion and purpose. It’s one of those words that doesn’t quite translate into English, but the meaning behind it is profound and important to living a life you can be happy and proud of. Ikigai is the thing that makes your life worth living. It’s the […]
Elevator Pitch: How To Network In 30 Secs
New graduates, having come from recent academic studies and eager to start developing their skills in the real world, are often highly regarded for their energy and enthusiasm. However, connecting with those in the know can prove challenging for job seekers. Enter the ‘Elevator Pitch’ A ‘what pitch’? An ‘Elevator Pitch’ is a brief but […]
Showcase Your Education For Job Success
Did you know that, on average, LinkedIn members with certifications highlighted on their profiles receive 6x more views? Your LinkedIn Profile is a 24/7 representation of your professional knowledge and achievements, and as a young professional your education section especially says a lot about you to potential employers. The education and certification sections help showcase […]
Learn From Someone Who Wants You To Grow
We all have that certain person that we go to for advice. Whether it’s a parent of a friend, these people play a pivotal role in guiding us through any speedbumbs and uncertainties in our personal lives. While this is a familiar concept in our personal lives for some reason many of us don’t have […]
The Handy Interview Checklist
So you have submitted an application for a job online and before you get the chance to let out a sigh of relief the phone rings. It’s the recruiter and they are asking if you can attend an interview with the hiring manager. Brilliant. The interview is happening in 48 hours. 2 days. What!?!? Don’t […]
Perfecting Your Pitch – for Career Success
For many people, the most dreaded interview question is, “Tell me about yourself.” Talking about yourself can be difficult, and doing so in a succinct yet compelling way can be even harder. But perfecting your “pitch”, the 60-second explanation of who you are, what you do, and why it all matters, is critical to not […]
Setting Goals for Your Internship, and Holding Yourself Accountable to Them
As you prepare to start your internship, it’s important to take some time to reflect on what you want to achieve. Maybe you want to hone your soft skills, or develop specific technical skills – or perhaps get better at professional networking. It’s extremely helpful to set your goals before you begin, so that you […]
What kind of intern are you?
It’s easy to focus on “what’s in it for me?” when it comes to internship opportunities. After all, internships only last for a short period of time, so getting the most out of one is important. If I had a dollar for every time a student asked me “will this company give me a job […]