Careers Service Newsletter 20th September 2024

Weekly DCU Careers Newsletter
Friday, 20th September 2024

Welcome from the Careers Service! In our weekly newsletters, we will outline upcoming events, jobs, applications, employer webinars and other career related items of interest. 
Your Career Starts Now!

For all fairs/workshops/events in our newsletter visit MyCareer.dcu.ie to register for each event.

Upcoming DCU Graduate Careers Fairs
We hope you are settling back into DCU at this point and enjoying your classes. This week we are going to explain a little bit about the largest events that take place for final year and postgraduate students so you don’t miss out and can make the most of our upcoming Graduate Careers Fairs in the Helix.
What is a Graduate Careers Fair and why should I attend?

A Graduate Careers Fair is an event whereby graduate employers come onto campus looking to meet with final year and postgraduate students to discuss graduate opportunities within their companies. It is an opportunity for students to meet and connect with company representatives and graduates working in these companies to find out more about options available to you with your degree and understand recruitment processes. Companies will be looking to start the hiring process now for roles commencing in 2025, when you have completed your studies.

On Wednesday October 9th and Thursday October 10th we are hosting 2 Graduate Careers Fairs across the 3 floors of the Helix, Glasnevin campus between 11am - 2.30pm with 60 organisations attending each day, these are not to be missed!

For further details and to register to attend the fairs, see links below:
Wednesday October 9th Science, Technology and Engineering Fair 
Thursday October 10th Business, Accounting, Finance and Law Fair

Please note: Due to system integration issues with our online platform MyCareer, students are unable to access MyCareer to register for fairs, or careers skills sessions at this time. You are welcome to attend the fairs and careers skills sessions without registering. We apologise for this inconvenience.

What are Graduate Programmes?
Graduate Programmes are structured programmes offering paid employment to graduates but whereby there is a programme of learning and development put in place to support graduates in becoming productive and successful within the organisation as quickly as possible. They have traditionally been in companies which would hire a large number of graduates but there are also graduate programmes in other areas including some not-for-profit organisations. You are an employee and working from day one but have the added benefit of things like formal and on the job training and/or mentoring or buddy programmes. They are usually open to graduates up to three years post graduation depending on experience.

How can I prepare for the Graduate Careers Fair and upcoming applications?
Our Career Consultants are here to assist you with everything you need to know about getting the most from our Careers Fairs and looking towards making successful applications for your chosen opportunities.

Go to MyCareer  or our events page to find out about our upcoming Career Skills Sessions.
Next week's newsletter will also cover top tips for attending the Fair.

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Upcoming Events...

Customising Your CV - Skills Session

Date: Thursday 26th September
Time: 1pm - 1.30pm
Location: GLA.SA101 (Stokes Building)

Join us at this session to find out how to make successful applications for graduate programmes, what employers are looking for and how to stand out from the crowd.

We will cover the following:

What employers want to see on a CV or application form and what their purpose is
What sections you will need to cover on a CV and Application form and how to write about them
What to highlight in your application and how to stand out from the crowd
This event can be attended without registering.

Other Events

Insight to Fragomen, Ireland - An Event for Graduates & Interns

Date:  Thursday 26th September 2024
Time: 5pm - 6:30pm
Location: Virtual

This virtual event is designed to give you an in-depth look at graduate opportunities with Fragomen, one of the world’s leading immigration firms. If you’re interested in exploring business immigration roles or working in a global law firm, this is a can’t-miss opportunity.

Visit MyCareer.dcu.ie to register for this session.

Translation Service Career Days 2024 - Register for our virtual event

Date: Friday 27th September 2024
Time: 8:30am - 9:30am
Location: Virtual

Join us online on 27 September and explore exciting career opportunities within our Translation Service.
The Translation Service plays a vital role:

Translating documents for the European Council and for the Council of the EU and its preparatory bodies
Delivering high-quality documents in all EU languages
Registration is free and mandatory. The deadline for registration is 25 September 2024. After registering, participants will receive a confirmation email with information on how to attend the event. Please note that the registration is in English only.
Register here.

Going Global: From Irish Law School to U.S. Qualified Attorney Practice

Date:  Thursday 26th September 2024
Time: 2pm - 3:30pm
Location: Virtual

Are you a final year law student or recent graduate in Ireland aspiring to broaden your legal career prospects? Join us for an insightful online webinar, "Pathways to Global Legal Practice: Becoming a U.S. qualified Lawyer," where you will learn about the exciting opportunities and steps involved in qualifying as a lawyer in the United States.

Event Highlights: How to Become a Lawyer in the U.S.: Discover the requirements, processes, and benefits of pursuing a legal career in the United States. Our experts will guide you through the Bar exam preparation, application procedures, and career prospects.
Advantages of U.S. Qualification: Learn about the unique advantages of being qualified in the U.S. and how it can open doors to global opportunities and enhance your legal career.
Expert Q&A Session: Engage with our panel of legal experts who will answer your questions, provide personalized advice, and share their experiences on achieving U.S. qualification and succeeding in international legal markets.
Who Should Attend: This event is ideal for final year law students and recent graduates from Irish universities who are eager to explore global legal opportunities and gain a competitive edge in the legal profession.

Don’t miss this chance to expand your horizons and take the first step towards a dynamic international legal career. Register now and equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to become a U.S. qualified lawyer with BARBRI.

Register on mycareer.dcu.ie

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Women in Engineering at Pfizer

Date: Friday 18th October 2024
Time: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Location: Pfizer Grange Castle, Clondalkin, D22V8F8

Pfizer Grange Castle & the Women in Engineering group invite you to attend our first Engineering Students Open Day.
This is an exciting opportunity for 3rd & final year female students to experience a day in the life of our engineering department and tour the multiple manufacturing areas.

To register for this event, please contact paula.oconnor2@pfizer.com.

Jobs on MyCareer.dcu.ie
Looking for a Job? Check out our Jobs Board for graduate opportunities. Visit MyCareer.dcu.ie There are lots of opportunities advertised on the Jobs Board, with new roles being added all the time by employers who want to hire DCU Students and Graduates.  

Please note, due to system integration issues with our online platform MyCareer, some students are unable to access MyCareer to view the jobs board at the of publishing this newsletter. We apologise for the inconvenience while we work to resolve these issues.

For more information on the Careers Service visit our office on Glasnevein campus.

Career Service - Main Office
Room CG26, Henry Grattan Building
Glasnevin Campus,
Dublin City University,
Dublin 9