The Careers and Employability Service at TUS Midwest

The Careers & Employability Service at TUS Midwest plays a crucial role in supporting students and alumni in their transition from education to the workforce. TUS Midwest Careers and Employability Service supports individuals to explore their career options, develop essential employability skills, as well as preparation for college placements/work experience.

The Careers and Employability departments is invaluable as this support enables students to align their interests, and aspirations with exciting and fulfilling career options !

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TUS Careers Fair 2022, Moylish Campus. Picture: Alan Place.

The Careers and Employability Service at TUS Midwest provides expert career guidance to help students explore various career paths, industries and job opportunities. This service offers limitless one-one appointments. These appointments are offered both on-campus and online. The Careers officers provide strengths based coaching and provide students with a self-assessment toolkit, where students can assess their own strengths and abilities. The Careers and Employability Service at TUS Midwest also offer workshops, and training sessions to enhance students employability skills such as communication, leadership, team-work and problem solving.

The Service also supports students in securing work placements/experience, during the course of their studies. (Work placement is a fundamental element to the majority of University courses) Work Placements during college provide valuable industry experience and networking opportunities. These practical experiences are highly regarded by employers can lead to future job offers.

The Careers Officers also assist students with creating an effective Curriculum Vitae (CV) and cover letter which can be tailored to match specific job applications. A professionally tailored CV can significantly increase a student’s chances of being shortlisted for interview. The service also offers interview preparation. This can help students to gain more confidence and to improve their interview skills.

The Careers and Employability Service also organises networking events and career fairs, which enables students to connect with potential employers and expland their professional industry connections. The service will also continously update students about industry trends, job market changes and emerging career opportunities across the different sectors.

Please see video below of TUS Midwest Careers Fair (2022)

 

Remember TUS Midwest Careers and Employability Service extends its supports to alumni , providing career advise and assistance for three years after graduation !

 

How could this affect me?

The Careers and Employability Service equips students with relevant skills, experience and knowledge. This service can enhance the students overall employability with regards to securing suitable employability after graduation.

The Careers and Employability Service can enhance students’ confidence in their career choices and job strategies, which can reduce stress and anxiety related to post-graduation plans !

The TUS Midwest Disability Support Service works closely with the Careers and Employability Department, and will be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have ! 

What to do next?

Familarise yourself with the TUS Midwest Careers and Employability website

Practical tips

  • Consider registering with the Careersconnect portal here- TUS Mid WestCareersconnect
  • Speak with a member of the Disability Support Service team, if you have any questions or worries related to work placements or career options
  • Throughout your time at University keep a track of your career goals and interests. Identify the industries you would like to work for based on your skills and interests.
  • Build and expand your professional network, attend annual career fairs and relevant events, to connect with potential professionals in your field.
  • Remember you have important strengths and skills that you can offer to future employers, there are many diverse pathways to your dream employment ! 

 

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