Get experience

University is about more than your studies. It’s an opportunity to gain new experiences and develop yourself personally and professionally.

Gaining experience alongside your degree can build your confidence and make you more employable. It can also be fun and allow you to meet new people.

This page should support you to explore your opportunities in:

Placements and internships

Volunteering

Entrepreneurial and startup support

Mentoring

Gain vital experience through volunteering, mentoring, and placement opportunities. All of which can be explored on Careers Connect. Over 6,000 University of Brighton students are already exploring opportunities, so don't miss out.

Connect with us

Find jobs and other opportunities in Careers Connect
Visit the careers blog for jobs, funding, and other opportunities
Check out upcoming careers and employability events
Email careers@brighton.ac.uk or call 01273 642 855

Explore opportunities

You can gain professional experience outside of your course

Work placements and internships

Support and inspiration

Starting up your own business?

Explore the benefits of volunteering

Your careers blog

SAM Employability Week: 3rd-6th March

Book here: SAM Employability Week As part of National Careers Week, the School of Art and Media have organised an Employability Week to help support you with your transition from graduating from starting your own creative practice to going on to further study.