Careers Support for Graduates

As a recent graduate of The University of Manchester you can continue to use the Careers Service within your eligibility period; usually for two years after completing your degree.

This means you will continue to have access to:

Get in touch if you would like to discuss how we can support you with your career. Check out our five top tips for reconnecting with the Careers Service as a recent graduate, or go head and book a one-to-one careers appointment with one of our Careers Consultants via Zoom.

We will also be running Careers Desk drop-in sessions during the summer 2025 graduation weeks on:

  • Tuesday, 8 - Thursday, 10 July (1 - 3pm)
  • Tuesday, 15 - Thursday, 17 July (1 - 3pm)

Whether you want to know how to get started with your career research, how you can build your skills and experience after graduating or if you want advice on upcoming applications, come along to the Atrium desk (1st floor, University Place) to speak to a member of the Careers Service team. See the events calendar on CareerConnect for more information.

If you are a graduate from The University of Manchester and your eligibility period has ended, find out more about external sources of careers support.‌‌

CareerConnect and your job search

CareerConnect allows you to search for job opportunities, register for events, and book appointments. All graduates can continue to access CareerConnect for two years after they finish their course.

After you graduate, you can continue to access CareerConnect. Find out how to activate your free, graduate CareerConnect account.

More help finding a graduate job

  • Manchester Graduate Talent Paid, graduate-level roles in Greater Manchester for 2023 and 2024 graduates from The University of Manchester.
  • Finding hidden graduate jobs Our guide on how to access graduate opportunities and work experience that aren’t openly advertised, including tips on making speculative applications and networking.

Not sure where to start?

International graduates

  • International careers support Get advice and resources on finding work in the UK as an international student, returning to your home country, or working elsewhere.

Master's/PhD graduates