Getting started, thinking about your options
A great place to start is the Build experience section of the Careers Service website. You’ll find a wide range of suggestions about what you can do and advice on how to find opportunities. This includes general information on work experience and internships, as well as virtual experience programmes, volunteering and more…
Finding work experience related to your degree
If you are seeking work experience related to your degree discipline, please also see the following guides for Deanery students (university login required).
Work Experience for Biological and Biomedical Sciences students
Making applications
You will find advice and information on CVs, applications, interviews and other section method in the Make it happen section of the Career Service website. Use our online feedback tool CV360, to get immediate feedback on your draft CV.
Making the most of what you do
Get recognition for the activities you undertake by taking part in the Edinburgh Award programme or completing a summer SLICC. Both options provide recognition from the university and help you to develop skills, bolster your learning and build your CV
Summer SLICC – Student-Led Individually-Created Courses – (open to years 1/2 only)