Graduate Schemes Week: Monday 16 - Friday 20 October 2023
Graduate Schemes Week will run from Monday, 16 October to Friday, 20 October 2023. If you're interested in finding out more about graduate schemes, hearing from employers and people currently on a scheme, or learning how to prepare for the interview process, sign up for some of the events below:
Monday 16 October
- A-Z of Graduate Schemes 12:30-13:30 (online) This session is ideal if you want to find out more about graduate schemes in general, and need help in deciding if they are the right option for you.
Tuesday 17 October
- Application Tips for Graduate Schemes 11:00-12:00 (on-campus) During this practical workshop you'll learn about the key things to include in applications to graduate schemes, as well as gain an understanding of what employers are looking for.
- Meet the Employers: Graduate Schemes 13:00-14:15 (online) Join this employer panel event to hear from a range of employers offering graduate scheme opportunities open to a variety of disciplines.
- Getting Assessment Centre Ready 15:00-16:00 (on-campus) In this session we will look at what you can expect from an assessment centre, from opening ice breakers through to presentations and interviews.
Wednesday 18 October
- Preparing for a Graduate Interview 13:00-14:00 (on-campus) Learn how to use job descriptions and person specifications to plan and prepare for an interview.
Thursday 19 October
- Meet the Graduates: Graduate Schemes 13:00-14:00 (online) This alumni panel event will allow you to connect with Manchester graduates from a range of disciplines who are currently working on or have recently finished different graduate schemes.
- Get Ready for Psychometric Tests 14:00-15:00 (on-campus) During this one hour session you will be introduced to the psychometric tests most commonly used by graduate employers.
Friday 20 October
- Graduate Schemes: Live Q&A 11:00-11:45 (online) Join this online event to get all your questions answered and more!