Ask an Alum

Your careers questions answered by Exeter alumni

Ask An Alum is a simple and reliable way for you to recieve custom careers advice via email from over 700 alumni.

Gathering useful career and sector information directly from working professionals can help you make informed career decisions.

  • How was your transition from university to work (e.g. what did you experience and what should I expect)?
  • What was your first job, how did you feel when you started and what did you experience?
  • Job hunting techniques (e.g. best sources to look for relevant vacancies).
  • What are the sector entry requirements (e.g. qualifications, professional training courses, IT skills)?
  • What would a typical day look like in your role?
  • What are the main challenges in gaining employment in your profession?
  • What are the top 3 skills needed for someone to succeed in the industry?
  • Can you recommend any potential networking opportunities (e.g. meetings, training, sector events) where I may make my own contacts for further careers advice?
  • What was the most important part of your student life at Exeter, to then help you enter the working world?
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Ask An Alum is NOT an opportunity for you to ask alumni for any kind of “favour” for example a job, work experience, an internship, industry contacts, to attend a meeting or any kind of event, or for funding an opportunity. Information about finding internships and jobs can be found elsewhere on our website.