Discover | Political risk is our careers programme for current LSE students and recent graduates interested in political risk, conflict and security related work.
From meeting LSE alumni to networking with employers looking to recruit LSE students into political risk-related roles, our Discover | Political risk events offer lots of opportunities for you to speak with those in the know and gather useful insights and advice.
Beyond the events programme, we’ve also showcased a range of resources relevant to working in these sectors below, so you can make the most of opportunities as they arise.
Read on to find out more about how we can support you, including what’s coming up this year as part of Discover | Political risk.
This year’s Discover | Political risk events will primarily take place in Winter Term. Browse what’s on below:
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Alumni panel: Hear from LSE alumni working in a range of political roles. Panellists share excellent tips for those wanting to enter political risk. This event is the ideal place to ask your questions and hear honest insights about what it’s like to work in the industry.
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Employer recruiter and networking event: Our in-person event that gives you the chance to meet with with large and small employers in political risk, conflict and security. It provides a relaxed and informal environment to network and gain insights into political risks organisations including the work they do as well as their opportunities and recruitment processes. You'll also receive helpful advice, hints and tips on how to get into the sector.
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Skills seminars: These interactive seminars provide a deeper insight into the type of work you might be carrying out in a political risk role.
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Meet an Alum: These online events give the opportunity to hear from political risk professionals who are living and working outside the UK.
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Introduction to political risk: Not sure what political risk is? Unsure about how to break into the sector? Unclear on what skills employers will be expecting you to have? This informative talk answers all these questions and more.
View upcoming Discover | Political risk events on CareerHub.
Joining our Discover | Political risk 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 (if online) 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 Discover | Political risk sessions insightful and wondering what's next? Or waiting for next year's events?
Here are some related LSE Careers resources you might like to check out:
Throughout the year we provide a range of events to equip you with the skills to succeed including:
- CV, cover letter and application workshops;
- mock assessment centres;
- sector insights;
- seminars on case studies and psychometric tests.
Browse all of our events on CareerHub