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.

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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

How a placement year at Nintendo helped shape Jay’s career goals

Jay Francis, a Marketing Management BSc (Hons) student at the University of Brighton, has completed a year-long placement with Nintendo UK.

Top skills gained on a placement year with Disney

Marketing Management student, Emily Birch, recently spent a year at Disney Destinations International (DDI) as a Creative and CRM Intern, working on exciting campaigns for globally recognised brands like Disneyland Paris, Disney Cruise Line, and Disney World Florida.

The Turing Scheme: What is it and where can you go?

Are you a University of Brighton student eager to broaden your horizons, gain experience, and make memories?

Recruitment Ready Mentoring for 2nd and Final-Year Students

Are you preparing to enter the job market?

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