Support for graduates
Information on the support we offer to Bristol graduates.
As a graduate of the University of Bristol you have access to the Careers Service for up to three years after you finish your studies, wherever you are in the world - make the most of our free, professional, and unbiased support to get your career started.
Access advice and guidance
If you would like to speak to a Careers Adviser you can book an online or in-person appointment. Contact us through Live Chat or visit us on campus at 5 Tyndall Avenue for a face-to-face chat
Attend an event
Many of our events now take place online so everyone can attend no matter where they live. To view and book on to all of our events and careers fairs, visit mycareer.
Explore vacancies
If you are not sure where to look for jobs, graduate roles are advertised on mycareer including many with immediate start dates. You can also use our online resources to search for opportunities that interest you.
Get career ready
Not sure where to start when thinking about your career? The Career Ready Courses help you to explore your options, gain experience and apply for graduate roles by assigning you a pathway which meets your needs.
Explore resources
We have hundreds of resources which can help you at all stages of your career planning, including sector guides, CV360, Interview 360 and more. See what we have available on mycareer.
Start your own business
If you are considering working for yourself after graduation, don't forget that the Careers Service can support you in developing your ideas and growing your ventures; find out more about how the Basecamp Enterprise Team can help and sign-up for their newsletter to hear about enterprising opportunities.
BristolGrad Accelerator Week
A focused programme of events for class of 2023 graduates starting Monday 9 October, designed to help you gain the skills and confidence that you need to succeed in the graduate jobs market. Explore our Accelerator booklet for more information.
Enhanced BristolGrad support
If you have completed an undergraduate degree at Bristol within the past 12 months, and are resident in the UK, you are eligible for our enhanced BristolGrad support package.
In addition to our usual support, BristolGrad gives you access to tailored advice and guidance to help you get your career started. Whether you know exactly what you want to do, or are just starting to think about your career plans, you can benefit from:
- One-to-one careers support from a dedicated Careers Consultant who specialises in helping recent graduates.
- Feedback on your job applications.
- Interview coaching.
- Tools and resources to help you structure your career plans.
- Regular email updates with opportunities for graduates including monthly newsletters from the Alumni Team.
- Access to paid work experience opportunities.
Contact us through Live Chat to get started.
Live Chat
Whether you're creating your CV, seeking work experience, or exploring your career options, we can support you.