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Careers and employability
Shape your future with the skills and knowledge you'll gain from your studies, and take advantage of the opportunities we offer.
From Manchester to the world
Students from The University of Manchester are the most sought after by top UK employers (High Fliers 2026 research) and our graduates go on to have thriving careers in a range of industries all over the world.
From the day you start your studies you’ll learn skills for the future. Our dedicated Careers Service will be here to support you and offer bespoke opportunities every step of the way.
Meet our graduates
Building your future
Our Careers Service
Receive the tailored support you need through our Careers Service, from the day you start until two years after you complete your course.
- Use the CareerConnect portal built for University of Manchester students to find part-time work, placements, internships and graduate roles.
- Benefit from online interactive tools and one-on-one support.
- Attend skills workshops and bespoke events delivered by employers and our Careers Service team.
- Join programmes specifically for Manchester students and graduates, such as the Summer Experience Internships, which offer our students paid, full-time work during the summer.
Part-time jobs
Get a part-time job while you study to improve your employability when you graduate, and earn some extra cash in the meantime. The University offers roles where you can represent your fellow students as a student ambassador, school representative or peer mentor. There are also thousands of other jobs on your doorstep in this vibrant city.
Stellify - The University of Manchester Award
Through the University's Stellify award, you can get involved in a whole host of opportunities that challenge you, contribute to society and enhance your career prospects. Some examples include:
- Volunteer in our local community or virtually across the world, through our Volunteer Hub, full of opportunities just for Manchester students.
- Have fun, learn something new, make friends and consider taking up a leadership position in one of our 400+ Students' Union societies.
- Become a Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) Leader in your later years of study and support our first-years as they start their journey.
Career Mentoring Programme
As a student or graduate at Manchester you can get matched with an industry professional who'll provide you with personalised career mentoring. They'll help you with your career planning, decision making and preparing for your next steps. It's a great way to start to build your professional network, improve your employability and make the most of your time here.
After you graduate
Your time at Manchester will stay with you forever, and we'll keep in touch wherever your journey takes you next.
- Join our 585,000+ worldwide alumni community through our in-person events and virtual opportunities.
- Take advantage of our CareerConnect portal for up to two years after you graduate. Here you'll find tailored opportunities like our Manchester Graduate Talent programme, which offers internships just for our graduates.
- Receive a 10% discount when you continue your studies and choose a master's programme at The University of Manchester or Manchester Metropolitan University.
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