"video case studies" blog posts
Working as a Research Associate in Chicago
Alex completed his PhD in Theoretical Particle Physics in 2018 from the University of Liverpool. Since then, he has been working as a Research Associate in a Chicago laboratory. Watch this short video to see his story and tips for other students.
Posted on: 1 May 2020
The power of networking on finding a graduate role
After completing her internship, Helena fell in love with a role that proves difficult to break into. In this short interview, she discusses how she was offered her dream job over lunch with an employer, the skills needed to be a company secretary and dispels myths about what her role entails day-to-day.
Posted on: 30 October 2019
My placement at Unilever
Lily completed a placement at Unilever- watch this short video to find out all about it!
Posted on: 15 July 2019
Engineering placement in innovation
Dan took part in an engineering placement, working on developing a product. Find out what skills he learnt in this short video!
Posted on: 15 July 2019
Enterprise internship at LAB by Capacity
Aliema undertook an internship at LAB by Capacity to improve her marketing and communications skills. Watch this short video to find out how she did this.
Posted on: 15 July 2019
From a geography degree to a career in business!
Olivia recently completed her BA Geography degree at the University of Liverpool, however has secured a graduate role with BT in project management. Find out what set her apart from other candidates, what skills learnt in her degree she highlights in the recruitment process and what the BT recruitment process is like first-hand.
Posted on: 7 June 2019
My career hasn't gone to plan...but that's not a bad thing!
In this short interview, Dr Jaclyn Bell highlights her journey from a Bachelor to Masters and finally completing a PhD at the University of Liverpool and her experiences not knowing what career she wanted at the end. She explores the mistakes she made along the way and regrets she has about her University time.
Posted on: 13 May 2019
Becoming an Engineer at Rolls-Royce
Surya Ravichandran graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2018 and has since started his engineering career with Rolls-Royce. In this short interview, he discusses the challenges he faced going into the workplace as a fresh graduate, what he most enjoys about his job and gives advice to fellow students wanting to follow in his footsteps.
Posted on: 13 May 2019
My Journey to PhD
Niamh discusses her journey to PhD: from her undergraduate degree, failing to get a PhD, moving intro industry and securing her dream PhD. Find out the ups and downs of moving forward in further study!
Posted on: 15 April 2019
How an engineering project improved our employability!
Mechanical Engineers Kiaya & Beth chat to us about their Engineering Project and how their tuk tuk that improves access to medical help, also aids them in developing their employability. They also share tips on how students could also utilise activities around campus to help in their career journeys.
Posted on: 20 March 2019
Becoming a Journalist
Jess is a 2018 graduate in English who decided to pursue a career in journalism and currently works as a Community Reporter for the Liverpool Echo. In this interview, Jess shares her challenges and journey, as well as providing valuable advice and insight for students who want to follow in similar footsteps.
Posted on: 13 February 2019
Becoming a Guild Vice-President
Jonathon is a recent graduate of the University who decided to put himself forward for becoming a Guild Vice-President. In this interview he discusses how he managed to succeed in his campaign, what this role means for his career and what students can learn from his career journey.
Posted on: 13 February 2019