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Careers and Employability

Book an appointment

Our appointments cover a range of careers topics any careers query, and can be booked by all students, research staff and those who have graduated from Queen Mary in the last three years.

Book an appointment

Explore our appointment types, how you can book an appointment, and what you can do to prepare for it.

Find out more information below about our types of appointments, how to join the meeting, and important information to know before you book. 

Types of appointments 

You can see all types of appointment on Careers Hub when you book. 

To make sure our appointments are available for everyone you are limited to two appointments per week. This should be ample for most people, if you need more please contact us. 

Career Appointment

A Career Appointment can help you at any stage of your career journey. 

Get a second opinion on your career ideas, or guidance on getting your CV or application up to scratch. You’ll have 20 minutes with a Careers Consultant to talk about whatever you want, as long as it’s related to careers.

Drop-ins

Get quick advice, find out what part of the Careers service is best for you, or follow up on actions from a previous appointment or workshop. Drop-ins are held during Semester A and B with Careers Ambassadors and Careers Consultants online and in person.  

Accessible Careers Appointment

The same as a Careers Appointment, but longer for those who really need it. This could be due to physical or learning difficulties, anxiety or difficulty taking in information.

You can request reasonable adjustments for any of our appointments. 

Idea Surgery

An Idea Surgery appointment is held with a Queen Mary Enterprise expert. They are designed to help you set up your business or side job, whether you’re nurturing the kernel of an idea or are well on the road to being the CEO of your own company.

Career Conversations

Our 45-minute group Career Conversation sessions offer a relaxed, supportive space to explore your ideas, ask questions, and discuss goals with fellow students and the Careers team in a tutorial style discussion. Sessions are held in person and cover a range of different themes – from exploring options to making applications which you can attend individually or with peers.   


Whether you're feeling uncertain or just want to talk things through with others, Career Conversations are your opportunity to seek clarity, voice your thoughts and move forward with your career planning in a supportive environment . 

Practice Interview

If you’re invited to an interview, very well done.  Now it’s time to get some practice in. Contact us to book a practice interview and share what you’ve been sent from the employer. The practice interview can then be tailored to your needs and gives you the best chance to perform well and showcase your suitability. 

Prepare for your appointment

Once you’ve booked, have a look at our tips to get prepared for your appointment and maximise your time.  

Preparing for your appointment
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