Introduction

Welcome to youemploy.me - an employability resource for GCU Social Sciences students

Here you will find a variety of resources and information to help you develop your employability attributes and improve your career prospects. From a calendar of events, to an overview of what kind of skills employers value most, and to an advice from someone who make us very proud about our degree - our very successful alumni sharing their experiences with you - you will find it all here.

If you have any questions about this resource, feel free to email us at youemployme@gcu.ac.uk (Click Here)

Dr Kiril Sharapov, Project Leader, Glasgow School for Business and Society

12th Apr 2012

Why internships and placements are a popular route to employment

Posted by Kiril

Previously, students looking for part-time work or summer jobs were advised to take any type of role because, at that time, all work experience was considered valuable, and it was viewed as an indication that the student had drive, enthusiasm and a willingness to get on and work.

But those days are over. Career and graduate recruitment experts are now recommending that students build up a portfolio of relevant work experience as early as possible – before they arrive at university, if they get the opportunity...

10th Apr 2012

Graduate employment survey

Posted by Kiril

Citizens Advice Scotland has launched a major national survey of recent graduates who are struggling to find work. The online survey is open till 7 May, and is aimed at anyone in Scotland who has graduated in the last six years. It will seek their views on their current situation and their hopes for the future. It will also ask how well they think their University prepared them for the job market, and how well they feel they are treated now by the jobcentre, by the government and by employers...

26th Jan 2012

Jobseekers jump ahead with work experience

Posted by Kiril

A degree may show you know your theory, but experience in the workplace goes a long way to getting an employer to offer you a job More info here Click Here

16th Nov 2011

The turnaround year for graduate jobs

Posted by Kiril

Is the graduate jobs market finally beginning to recover from the recession?
The answer appears to be a qualified yes. A report published this month says that ‘2010 has seen a small but encouraging turnaround,’ and suggests that graduate employment is beginning to recover from the impact of the economic downturn, although it is still not back to pre-recession levels.
More info: Click Here

11th Nov 2011

Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games boost for graduates

Posted by Kiril

A £10m scheme which aims to provide 1,000 jobs for graduates as a legacy of the 2014 Commonwealth Games is being unveiled by Glasgow City Council. The Commonwealth Graduate Fund will pay employers 50% of the salary costs for graduates they take on, up to a maximum of £10,000 per graduate for one year. Click Here