Career Preparation Articles

One of the great opportunities offered to UK university students is taking a year abroad. But what does this involve? Who can do it? What are some of the pros and cons? In our...

Are you eager to make the most of your summer break and jumpstart your career? There are so many productive things students can do in the summer or with their school holidays,...

You’ve heard everyone talk about them, you’ve probably been told how important they are, you may have even written one, but what actually is a CV? What is a CV and why do I need...

LinkedIn is an amazing resource for students and graduates as much as it is for working professionals. But few people actually know how to use LinkedIn effectively to harness its...

The process of preparing for university can often seem never-ending, with various steps and requirements before you even submit your application. However, at the Oxford...

We recently asked educators from our Heads of Futures network to name the biggest challenges they were facing. Unsurprisingly, lack of time was at the top of the list.  As...

With the recent influx of artificial intelligence (AI) in almost every sector of professional and academic life, it’s important for educators to recognise AI’s growing impact on...

It’s never too early to start planning your career! Having an idea of your personal career goals can be a huge advantage for thriving at high school and university, helping you...

Whether you’re looking to make the jump between school and university, or to make a name for yourself in your chosen field of work, you’ve probably thought about how much easier...

As the modern workforce continues to evolve and embrace remote work, virtual internships are rapidly emerging as an attractive option for students seeking valuable, flexible, and...