Students often run into financial difficulties. A student loan that’s supposed to last for 3 months can end up looking pretty bare by the end of term, and if an emergency happens this can leave you in financial trouble. If you’re struggling to make ends meet, then a student bridging loan may be a good […]
Everything you need to know about work placements
Have you ever not got a job because you don’t have enough experience? More and more employers will prefer you to have enough experience as well as the right qualifications, with the former being more ideal. The best way to gain experience is through doing a work placement, as it will give you a valuable […]
7 good part-time jobs for students
Being a student is busy work, isn’t it? Not only do you have to balance your work load with enough hours sleep and a social life, you also need a bit of extra cash. Why not get yourself a part-time job? Working while studying might seem like a hard task but not if you choose […]
7 things you should always avoid doing at an interview
There are plenty of ways you could ruin your chances of securing a sought-after job role. It’s important to remember the little things that could easily go wrong and try to avoid them as opposed to constantly focusing on making sure you get everything right. Let’s face it, the worst thing that can happen in […]
Tips for doing a good interview
The Interview Process Interviews can be a very daunting experience, especially if it’s your first proper job interview. You want to make a good impression and prove you are the right candidate for the job as you only have one chance. The most important thing to remember before walking into an interview is to have […]
Paris-Saclay Seed Fund, an investment fund of 50m euros for start-ups
Paris-Saclay Seed Fund, an investment fund of 50 million euros for start-ups created by students, young graduates and researchers of Université Paris-Saclay has been launched. Set up by the university, the fund aims to promote the creation of technology and service start-ups – rivalling amounts offered by the world’s largest universities. It brings together major […]
Dressing For An Interview: Looking Smart And Professional On A Budget
Shakespeare famously wrote that ‘clothes make the man’, and he was right. However, the interpretation of this saying seems to have become a little lost in translation over the years. Of course, what Shakespeare meant was that clothing choices help to give an insight into a person, but many of us now think of the […]
How to look your best for a job interview
There is so much to think about when going for a job interview – will they like me? What if I say the wrong thing? And while everyone dreads the unexpected questions that can come up, one thing you can control is your appearance. Some job interviews require you to be more formal than others […]
London finance jobs still popular with European students post Brexit
Over 350 students from HEC Paris business school have visited banks and other global companies based in London this autumn aiming to strengthen ties with the UK job market. The students met with top business and recruitment leaders, discovered diverse working environments, and networked with relevant industry professionals. Company visits included Amazon, Barclays, Credit Suisse, […]
Ways students can make money
7 Ways Students Can Make Money In Their Spare Time If you’re currently a student, you know how difficult it is to find a job that will fit around your schedule. From attending tutorials and lectures, to meeting deadlines for your assignments, finding the right kind of employment to work around these commitments can prove […]