Every student has a unique career journey. For mature students, our focus isn't on the label but on understanding where you are in your career journey and where you aspire to be.
- Whether you're transitioning to a new career, seeking advancement in your current field, or exploring entirely new opportunities, we have resources to meet your needs.
- From one-on-one consultations to workshops and networking events, we offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to empower you to make informed decisions about your future.
- We don't just see you as a mature student—we see you as an individual with unique talents, passions, and ambitions.
Looking for career inspiration?
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Use the Self-reflection toolkit and watch our short videos on picking a career. https://www.careers.cam.ac.uk/im-looking-ideas
Want to identify potential employers?
- See Finding Jobs for dozens of suggested sites.
- Get advice on connecting with potential employers and Cambridge alumni
Ready to apply for jobs?
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See our Key Resources and Tools, including an AI CV checker, interview prep platform, and recruitment test preparation.
Although relevant to all students, some of the below resources may be particularly relevant to you as a mature student, depending on your situation
- Flexible Working Resources: Sites specialising in remote’, homeworking & freelance vacancies,
- Mature Student Journeys: Watch Cambridge students & alumni interview employers across a range of sectors, who share insights into their roles, and transitioning into the world of work
Resources for Working Parents
- A guide for student-parents written by Andrea Todd, Associate Professor of Active Citizenship at the University of Chester
- An article on learning as a single parent written by the charity Gingerbread.
- The Student Parent Podcast, A podcast for university students who are also parents
- Careers After Babies A social enterprise organisation carrying out research and advocacy for working parents.
- The University Childcare Office oversees the facilities and assistance offered to University staff and students with children.
- For students who are based in Colleges, there are designated childcare contacts who act as a point of contact and a voice for student parents within the College.
Resources for Career Changers
- Guide to Career Change from Prospects.ac.uk
- Example of a cover letter for a career changer
- Advice on changing career from jobs.ac.uk