Careers in the UK for international students

Careers in the UK is our year-long programme designed to help international students and graduates looking for work in the UK, either during or after their studies, to navigate recruitment processes and build their professional networks.

This year’s Careers in the UK events will primarily take place in Autumn Term.

Events usually cover topics such as:

Navigating the UK job market as an international student
Putting together a job search strategy
Working in the UK during and after your studies (with visa information from the Student Advice and Engagement team)
Intercultural communication, particularly in the context of interviewing

When they are published, you can browse and book all upcoming events on MyCareer.

Joining our Careers in the UK events? Make the most of your time by following the tips below…

Do your research
Know what's on offer
Ask questions
Plan your environment and dress appropriately
Take notes - they might be useful in future applications
Update your CV
Follow up after the events - follow speakers on LinkedIn

Online tools, resources, and job opportunities

Found our Careers in the UK sessions insightful and wondering what's next? Or waiting for next year's events?

Here are some related resources you might like to check out:

Student Circus (online tools) provides a jobs board with visa-sponsored opportunities in locations across the UK.
Connect with LSE alumni who have found roles in the UK using platforms such as LinkedIn or the LSE Alumni Chapters.
Read our blog post about ‘Finding work experience opportunities at LSE’.