Careers advice
At Loughborough University London, we understand that every career journey is unique. This is why we provide every student with the support and guidance they need to reach their personal career goal.
Whether you are looking to launch your own business, progress with your existing employer or begin a new career journey, The Future Space team can help. We enable you to reflect on the skills and experiences you have and take action to build on those you need to stand out from the crowd.
Quick advice
Our Future Space check in sessions last approximately 15 minutes and are an ideal opportunity to discuss a simple query with a careers specialist, or receive useful feedback on your CV, cover letter or job application.
Career consultations
Our career consultations offer you a chance to discuss your career goals and future with a Future Space team member. You can receive advice on the type of skills and experiences you need to transform your career aspirations into a reality. You will work with one of our dedicated careers professionals to formulate a detailed career action plan, and will receive advice on a range of services, events and opportunities that will enhance your work-related skills and experiences.
Coaching sessions and events
Careers drop-ins
You can access support for your career through our regular careers drop-ins that take place in Future Space and around the building.
Mentoring
Mentoring can be a great way to move through a process of reflective learning to accelerate your career. We work to connect you with external professionals and alumni who give their time to our various mentoring schemes. They will help you set and push you towards development and career goals.
Mock assessment centre
Your time as a student with Loughborough University London culminates with a mock assessment centre every June. It gives you an opportunity to develop your skills and experience how UK employers recruit. It features partner employers and professionals. Current Students can sign up for these events through our events page in the Handshake platform.
Mock interviews
Our interview coaching sessions are designed to prepare you for the final and most critical stage of the job application process. The sessions last approximately 45 minutes and take the form of a real interview, so that you can practice your skills and receive personalised feedback on your performance. If you are interested in a mock interview, please email Future Space to arrange it.
There are also mock interview and mock assessment centre events run during the academic year. These give you the opportunity to be interviewed by professionals and receive feedback.
Skills workshops
To help you create or secure a graduate level job, we run regular bespoke workshops and skills sessions to expand your knowledge and expertise. Previous workshop examples have included:
- Online job searching
- The importance of work experience
- Online tools for project management
- UX/UI design
- Digital product design
- Adobe design skills
- Blogging for business
Current Students can sign up for these events through our events page in the Handshake platform.
On demand resources
Want to learn a quick career skill? You can access exclusive practical tools and workshops through our virtual learning environment, LEARN. Our resources are always changing and being updated and can help you form useful habits for career planning and development.
Job search
Connecting with the Future Space team at Loughborough University London equips you with a suite of internship and job search tools. From Handshake and GoinGlobal to Careers Online and Highered you'll have access to an extensive database of opportunities. In addition, we regularly share direct job offers from a range of external and Talent+ partners, ensuring you're always up-to-date with the latest career prospects. For more information on gaining experience through Sprints, Micro Internships and Work Experience please visit the Future Space webpage.
Additional tools
Alongside the job search we offer additional tools to boost your career preparation. You can leverage Graduates First and eCareersgrad to enhance your recruitment preparation and increase your chances of securing your next opportunity. These resources provide valuable insights, assessment tools, and guidance to help you excel in your job search.
To learn more and join Future Space current students can access our LEARN page.
Post-study careers support
Your time at Loughborough University London does not end once you graduate. You can still benefit from our services, book our meeting rooms or spaces and attend our events both online and in person.