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Recently we caught up with Lisa Donnelly, Mentoring and Internships Officer for Careers Network. Lisa shares her career journey, what she has learned along the way and why perseverance is the best advice she has been given. About Me Job title: Mentoring and Internships Officer (Careers Network) Degree: Qualification / Diploma in Careers Guidance Industry … Continue reading “Four questions with… Lisa Donnelly”

James Clarke (BA Sport & Physical Education, 2008) opened a bespoke internship at LEGO to Birmingham Dubai students and recent graduates. Omar Tawfeeq (BSc Business Management, 2022) secured the position to enhance his skills.   Hear from both James and Omar about the benefits of an internship  James, why did you decide to host this internship? … Continue reading “Building experience at LEGO”

Recently we caught up with Jenna Woodman, Graduate and Student Services Coordinator for Careers Network at the University of Birmingham. Jenna shares her biggest mistake and what she learnt from it along with her support and guidance for graduates. Remember, as a recent graduate you have access to alumni mentoring, Careers Network support and can attend exclusive events. Briefly … Continue reading “Four questions with… Jenna Woodman”

We caught up with 2021 graduate Olivia Saunders (BA History, 2021) to find out what she has been up to since graduating, her biggest mistake, the best piece of advice she’s been given and her top tips to other graduates. Briefly describe your role:  I currently work as an Alumni Relations Officer at Aston University, … Continue reading “Four questions with… Olivia”

We caught up with 2016 graduate Jason Shiu (LLB Law, 2016) to find out what he has been up to since graduating, the importance of not having a singular goal and being able to adjust and the importance of being a ‘sponge’ after graduation. Briefly describe your role:  I currently work as a Compliance Officer … Continue reading “Four Questions with Jason Shiu”

Joining the working world for the first time brings up questions like how to receive and give feedback, how to say no and how to navigate difficult conversations with line managers. Birmingham Alumni Leadership Mentor Dame Cilla Snowball gave her time to speak with a group of recent graduates in London in May 2023, at … Continue reading “Navigating your First Graduate Role: handling the complexities of the working world”

We recently caught up with University of Birmingham Dubai Class of 2022 graduate, Tanvi Malhotra, to find out what she’s been up to since graduating. Briefly describe your role:  I am a Sustainability Intern at Lapita, Dubai Parks and Resorts (Marriott International). I work within the department of engineering where I support in sustaining responsible … Continue reading “Four questions with Tanvi Malhotra”

We recently caught up with Class of 2020 graduate, Shevina Shaw, to find out what she’s been up to since graduating Briefly describe your role:  My role at Bloomberg is an account manager within the sales department, covering buy-side clients in Finland.  One of our main revenue generating products is the Bloomberg terminal which helps to bring … Continue reading “Four questions with Shevina Shaw”

This event forms part of the Young Alumni Professional Event series, that aims to support graduates navigate post-University life. Difficult conversations — whether you’re telling a client the project is delayed, working with a difficult colleague, or not feeling valued — are an inevitable part of any job. An in-person panel discussion attempted to answer these questions, … Continue reading “The elephant in the office: handling difficult conversations at work”

We caught up with recent graduate Dillon Thompson (BSc Psychology, 2021) about what he has been up to since graduating… What’s your current job role? What does this mean on a day-to-day basis? I’m currently on a consulting graduate scheme with a professional services firm called EY.   I sit within their ‘People Advisory Services – … Continue reading “Four questions with Dillon”