Helping you find work and develop skills

Your time at ARU is the perfect opportunity to build work experience and prepare for your future career. We’re here to support you.

Find out how you can gain experience through placements, volunteer to make a difference, or take your first steps into graduate employment.

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Working and earning at university

Earn money and build valuable skills at the same time. Gain work experience, boost your confidence, and enhance your CV with support from our campus recruitment agency.

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Placements and professional experience

Build practical experience, grow your confidence, and develop the professional skills employers look for. Placements can help you stand out when it’s time to start your career.

Find out more about placements
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Volunteering

Giving your time to volunteer is a rewarding experience. Make a difference to the lives of others around you, meet new people, have fun and boost your employability skills.

See how volunteering fits into your journey
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Gaining graduate employment

Take the next step after your degree, with tailored support to help you secure graduate roles. We give students and graduates the tools and confidence to succeed in a competitive job market.

Learn how we help you take your next step
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Students at the Heart of Knowledge Exchange

Work on real-world challenges with community and industry partners. You'll develop problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills that employers value, while making a positive impact.

Find out more about SHoKE