Do you want to:
…then come along to one of our Employability Fairs and take part in workshops, talks and employer presentations designed to equip you with the skills needed to maximise your career success.
Your chance to enhance
your career prospects
Wednesday 7th March
11am–2pm
John Dalton Building
If you have any questions about this event please contact the Careers & Employability Service via 0161 247 3483 or careers@mmu.ac.uk
Full programme and list of visiting employers will be available on this page soon
Are you studying a Science, Technology,
Maths, Environmental or Engineering course?
Find out about graduate recruitment and a range of career areas, including:
and many more!
Meet and network with employers
11am – 2pm · The street, John Dalton building
No need to book, just come along on the day!
The fair will run from 11am till 2pm and will take place on The Street, John Dalton Building. You will have the chance to meet and network with science and engineering employers ‘face to face’. Exhibitors will be offering immediate job vacancies, postgraduate course places, voluntary work opportunities and temporary jobs.
Companies attending include: Arla Foods, Bentley, Thales, Lancashire County Council, Altimate, NHS, Network Rail, PI Castings, FTP Concepts and many more!
AdInsight combines leading edge technology with an in-depth understanding of client needs to develop innovative, scalable, robust and user friendly solutions that allow businesses to accurately track the performance of their marketing initiatives. We are a rapidly growing enterprise on the lookout for several bright, eager, passionate, fun individuals to join our small but fast growing team.
We are a leading Security Software Distributor and are looking for bright pro-active graduates with an interest in business, sales and technology to join our rapidly expanding company. We work with some of the largest software houses in the world and are keen to establish bench strength in our Sales and Pre-Sales teams.
Arla Foods is one of the UK’s leading dairy companies, working closely with major retailers, including Lurpak, Anchor, Cravendale and Lactofree. Joining Arla Foods, you will become part of the one of the world’s largest dairy companies. You can choose between an array of challenging jobs, and career possibilities within a number of fields. And look forward to working with talented and dedicated colleagues who are responsible for developing, producing, marketing, selling and distributing high quality dairy products.
Bentley motors is the definitive British luxury car company, dedicated to crafting the world’s most desirable high performance cars from concept to full production. The engineering IP and graduate placements for 2013 are available across all functions including, materials, laboratory, electrical, chassis, powertrain, interior, exterior, whole vehicle engineering and quality.
FTP Concepts do bespoke applications for the Digital Signage and online gaming Markets. Looking for Graduates with an IT or Computer Degree.
FDM Group is an international IT Services Provider with over 200 clients across multiple business sectors. FDM’s business model is both unique and robust, bringing people and technology together in the most effective way. Our graduate programme covers Java and .NET Development, Application Support, Software Testing, Infrastructure Support and Project Management Office.
Genesys International Manufacture and Distribute Chemicals used in the Membrane Desalination Industry, we are recruiting graduates to deal with UK customers and our International Distributor Network. A graduate qualification in chemistry/chemical engineering is required; the role will focus on technical selling in the Water Treatment Industry.
MMU’s business incubator – helping our staff, students and graduates to start businesses.
The Institution of Mechanical Engineers is the fastest growing professional engineering institution in the UK. Our 100,000 members work at the heart of the country’s most important and dynamic industries.
Ixis are a thriving website development agency. Our services include web development, hosting & support. With over 8 years experience we have obtained one of the strongest and most diverse Drupal specific portfolios in the UK ranging from large enterprises to national charities and start-ups. We offer opportunities for enthusiastic developers, technical support staff and administrators. We've been in the Drupal business for over 7 years and run a fun, friendly and relaxed office environment.
Joy Mining Machinery is the global leader in the development, manufacture, distribution and service of underground mining machinery for the extraction of coal and other bedded materials. We are seeking three mechanical engineering graduates to join our Wigan engineering team who design Powered Roof Supports.
LCC Environment Directorate is looking for talented and motivated graduates to join its Technical Graduate Programme in September 2012. Applications accepted from March – May 2012. A wide range of opportunities are available – for example:
Business Development, Planning, Civil Engineering with training agreement to Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE) for Chartered/ incorporated engineer route, Transport Planning, Road & Transport Safety, Environmental Projects, Trading Standards, County Laboratories (Laboratory technicians), Waste Management.
Matchtech Group is one of the UK’s largest specialist recruitment agencies.
Our specialist areas include:
Automotive, Aerospace, Rail, Offshore, Marine, Petrochem, Water, Electronics & Software Systems, IT, Controls and Automation, Civil & Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Surveying, Highways & Transportation, HR, Accounting and Finance, Sales & Business Support, Procurement & Logistics, Marketing, Teaching and Science.
Over the course of a two-year programme with us, you'll work on assignments across Information Management. You can try your hand at everything from Project Management, Technical Support and Business Analysis, to Business Architecture, IT Security and Local Service Delivery. Your placements will allow you to develop depth and breadth of knowledge, and to shape your experiences to your own career goals.
Careers and training in healthcare science are being revitalised by the Modernising Scientific Careers (MSC) programme. Training will be more consistent and patient focused, allowing trainees at all levels to gain practical and engaging workplace experience as soon as they start, coupled with academic learning. The new Scientific Training Programme (STP), is a graduate-entry programme leading to more senior scientist roles. You will be employed by an NHS trust or health authority for the duration of your training. Check out our website for more information on NHS careers.
Are you looking for a career that will let you work with the brightest minds in the industry? Want to be part of a global team that is changing the way the world does business? Consider SAP. The world's leading supplier of information management software, we are found in nearly every industry around the world and in 80% of the Fortune 100 companies. Our 50,000+ professionals are dedicated to bringing to our customers the most innovative solutions matching their needs.
We are a successful IT business solutions company who specialise in remote data capture for corporate customers within the utilities industries both in Europe and the USA. As a growing company we offer exciting opportunities to well qualified IT under/ graduates who have questioning, analytical minds and possess a genuine interest in the advancement of technology.
Teach First offers an exceptional two-year Leadership Development Programme that focuses on the achievements and aspirations of pupils and their access to further opportunities both in education and beyond. With high quality training, supportive coaching and ongoing initiatives, Teach First provides a unique platform of skills and experience to take forward into any career. Beyond the initial two years, we look to our participants to continue supporting our mission through the Teach First ambassador network.
The company that is behind some of the most exciting technological innovations is also behind some of the most exciting engineering and business careers for graduates. We’re looking for up to 130 talented graduates to join us in engineering or business management – graduates looking for real responsibility from the outset, exposure to leading-edge projects and support to gain professional qualification.
Ultra is one of the leading providers of Airport Information solutions, serving more than 100 airports worldwide. Our comprehensive suite of offerings in Airport Operational Systems, Passenger Processing Systems and Ground Handling/Baggage Systems, meet the key business drivers of airports, airlines and ground handling agents. Based at our offices in Manchester, we have exciting opportunities for graduates interested in a career as a Software Engineer (Java and .NET) who are studying Engineering and IT related degree courses.
In conjunction with the careers and employability service the MMU volunteering team will also be there on the day offering advise on Voluntary opportunities for students & graduates.
Develop your skills through workshops
To help you prepare for the fair, the careers and employability service will be offering a variety of workshops on Tuesday 6th March, including…
E422 Second Floor, John Dalton Building
Graduate Recruitment Fairs are an excellent opportunity to meet and network with employers ‘face to face’. Your perfect job could be waiting for you at this year’s graduate fairs. Exhibitors will be offering immediate job vacancies, postgraduate course places, voluntary work opportunities and temporary jobs.
By the end of the session you will know:
E422 Third Floor, John Dalton Buiding
One job. Six candidates. Your turn in front of the interview panel. Only one thing will decide it – what you say and do in the next half hour. This is an interactive workshop which will give you the chance to explore that interview experience.
By the end of the session you will
E423 Second Floor, John Dalton Building
Completing application forms is easy – right? Think again! Each application you complete has to be carefully crafted to win an interview. More and more companies are also using online application forms, but you need specific knowledge to make your application stand out – whether it’s going to be scanned by a computer looking for keywords or read by a critical human.
By the end of the session you will know:
E145 Fourth Floor, John Dalton Building
Ever wondered how to write a CV that will get you an interview?
This workshop will get you started writing cover letters and CVs that get you noticed.
By the end of the session you will know: