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Access FREE, on-demand resources 24/7. Take a look at the resources below to build your skills, increase your work readiness and boost your career. It’s your Career path – let us help you get there!

Watch helpful videos and access on demand resources to better yourself for a paid placement.

Our online, accessible resources can assist you with every stage of the recruitment process from CVs, cover letters and application forms.

Find out about other course and CPD sessions that you can undertake to better yourself for that graduate role.

Skills Development Bursary:

January applications are open.
Deadline: 30 January 2023

Enhance your employability

Is there a training course that you would like to undertake? Apply for a bursary of up to £500. 

Who can apply?

USW graduates from graduating years 2019-2022 who have registered with the Springboard +Plus Graduate Support Programme.

What can I use the bursary for?

A short course or CPD session that will compliment your USW qualification and enhance your employability.

How to apply?

Complete the form explaining how you will benefit from your chosen course or session.

Interview Support Package:


Get in touch: [email protected]

Do you have an interview coming up and need a quiet space?

Dodgy WiFi connection?

We can help:

  • 1-2-1 session with a Careers Adviser (online or in person) to prepare for the interview
  • Book a quiet space to prepare and conduct that all important job interview
  • Access to WiFi
  • You can apply for a clothing voucher for an interview in person? (T&C's apply*)

Upcoming Events:

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Leadership 101

Monday 13 February 2023

12pm-2pm

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Inclusivity & Cultural Intelligence

Tuesday 14 February 2023

12pm-2pm

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Assessment Centre (Top Tips)

Wednesday 15 February 2023

12pm-2pm

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Networking

Thursday 16 February 2023

12pm-2pm

VENTURE GRADUATES ENGLISH

Get Going with the Graduate Job Search

Monday 13 February 2023

4pm-5pm

Venture Graduates will update you on the graduate labour market in the region, the latest Graduate vacancies and hear about the talent match service.

SKILLS SUPPORT FOR CV ENGLISH

Brush up on the Basics

Tuesday 14 February 2023

11am-12pm

First impressions count: in this session you will learn how to make a good first impression with written applications and CVs, consider structure and style, and avoid common mistakes.

CV CLINIC ENGLISH

CV Clinic

Wednesday 15 February 2023

10am-11am

If you don't know where to start with your CV, take a look at the resources available to you including CV360. Then attend this session for help in focussing the CV to meet the job requirements, highlight your skills and what to include in the personal profile section.

GRAD JOB SEARCH ENGLISH

Demystifying the Graduate Job Search

Thursday 16 February 2023

2pm-3pm

Unsure where to start your job search and where to find opportunities? Find out more about job search strategies and what support is available to you as you navigate the recruitment processes.

INTERVIEW SESSION ENGLISH

The Secret to Succeeding at Interview

Thursday 16 February 2023

6pm-7pm

Learn how to prepare effectively for an interview and get that all important confidence boost ahead of your next interview.

ASK THE TEAM ENGLISH

Ask the Team - Drop in Session

Friday 17 February 2023

10am-12pm

Join the Graduate Support Team to find out more about the support and resources available to graduates, including the Skills Development Bursary and the Interview Support Package. The team will be online between 10-12, so join us when you can for a friendly chat.

LINKEDIN SESSION ENGLISH

Getting Started with LinkedIn

Friday 17 February 2023

12pm-1pm

Find out more about the fantastic features of LinkedIn and develop a professional online profile to compliment your CV.