Careers events and networking

Careers events

You can attend a variety of events throughout the academic year, such as fairs, workshops, and skills sessions, to support your professional development. They provide invaluable opportunities to meet with your Careers Service, build connections with employers and find out about job opportunities.

This is your chance to speak to employers in-person to learn about different industries, companies and jobs. Many employers come to careers events specifically to recruit students, so it’s important to make a good first impression.

Networking opportunities

Networking is about making connections and building mutually beneficial relationships with professionals who can support you with career development, and your search for work experience or employment.

Networking can help you get insights into specific career paths or organisations. It may also raise awareness of job opportunities that aren’t advertised publicly.

Use the following guides and resources to build your network:

• Get tips on networking in-person or online. Read our guide on how to effectively network.
• Come along to events, fairs and workshops and speak to employers, search for events on Career Hub.
• Use LinkedIn to connect with people in your desired sector. Find out how you can make the most of your LinkedIn profile.
• Connect with Manchester Met’s alumni community.
• Join your faculty’s LinkedIn group to find out about opportunities and connect with your peers:
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Business and Law
  • Health and Education
  • Science and Engineering