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Students can make appointments with either the Careers Advisers or the JobShop to discuss their options.

Careers & Employability can help and support you throughout your studies to find part-time jobs, voluntary work, relevant work experience or graduate jobs
Employers can tag us to share their vacancies Our Careers and Student Employability Service incorporates our Careers Advisers, who provide information on graduate vacancies as well as helping students with their CV's, application forms and inter

views, and the JobShop, which provides students with information on part-time/seasonal, internship and voluntary opportunities as well as further help with CV's, applications and interviews.

21/01/2026

Applications Are Now Open!

Ready to grow, learn, and connect with industry professionals?
Our QMU Mentoring Programmes are now open for applications! This is your chance to gain real-world insights, build valuable networks, and get mentored by experienced employers who want to see you succeed.

🌐 Check out the list of mentors on Student Central
👉 Apply now and take the next step in your career journey

FutureLeaders StudentOpportunities EarlyCareers SkillsDevelopment Networking CareerReady

05/11/2025

Thinking about your next steps after studying in Scotland?

Join our upcoming webinar designed especially for international students and graduates who want to understand what Scotland has to offer, from career opportunities to the networks that can help you succeed.

Event Link below:

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29/09/2025

Check out qmploy Experience Matters (Online) – Volunteering and course placements!

Don’t miss your chance to find a suitable university placement or volunteering.

📅 1st - 30th October 2025

📍 Student Central - studentcentral.qmu.ac.uk

25/09/2025

We’re especially keen to connect with students interested in communication, mental health, community engagement, or the creative arts. Roles include content creation, live event support, audio editing, and project planning. Students will gain transferable skills, mentorship, and the chance to contribute to meaningful, inclusive programming that uplifts voices and tackles isolation and wellbeing. Flexible opportunities are available to fit around your studies, with a warm and values-led team culture.

24/09/2025

Join us for qmploy Experience Matters – Jobs, Volunteering, and Work Experience!

Don’t miss your chance to connect with top employers, find part-time jobs, internships, placements, graduate work or volunteering. This is an opportunity to develop your skills & enhance your experience at our upcoming Careers Fairs.

📅 Monday, 29th September 2025
📍 Atrium, QMU

🕚11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

16/06/2025

Looking to start your career in the charity sector? Charityworks is the UK’s non-profit leadership development programme. Alongside a paid role, you’ll be given the tools you need to become a future leader in the sector. Apply today: www.charity-works.co.uk/apply

13/01/2025

Applications for QMU's Careers and Employablity Mentoring Schemes will open at 6pm on Monday 13th January 2025. Head to https://studentcentral.qmu.ac.uk/students/infopages/detail/3 for more information.

This is an exciting opportunity open to students from year two and above. Mentorship can provide numerous benefits for mentors and their mentees. Developing this relationship can help both of you learn new things, build your networks and grow as professionals.

24/09/2024

A unique opportunity for QMU students. Mentors tailored support to your needs will help you achieve your aspirations. Find out more https://studentcentral.qmu.ac.uk/s/careers

23/09/2024

Are you looking for part-time work, Summer 2025 Internships, volunteering or graduate jobs after graduation? qmploy 2024 helps QMU students and recent graduates to explore careers options and gain experience. Monday 30th of September on campus. This event is sponsored by Meallmore Ltd, Making Care Means More.

02/09/2024

Register to attend AGCAS Scottish Graduate Fair 2024, the biggest graduate, postgraduate and internship recruitment event in Scotland.
- Free to register
- Open to Students and Graduates from ALL UNIVERSITIES across Scotland
www.strath.ac.uk/professionalservices/careers/events/scottishgraduatefair/studentsgraduates/howtoregister/

14/08/2024

Attention QMU Students and Recent Graduates!
It’s time to book your spot at our 24th Annual Careers Fair. Explore careers pathways, current job opportunities and get hired right on campus on September 30th. Use your student or graduate login details to register for the event here: https://studentcentral.qmu.ac.uk/students/events/detail/149713

25/07/2024

Would you like to work with young people doing youth work? Thrive East Lothian are looking for staff at the moment.
Some of the benefits to working with us include;
Free/reduced childcare costs in addition to operating a significantly low cost service
Ensured support and appreciation in staff team!
Building trauma-informed and non-discriminatory practice knowledge and awareness
continuous training opportunities
support in career progression and gaining qualifications
diverse work experience through our many projects!
Transport to and from Ormiston, Macmerry, and Haddington at the beginning and end of shifts
https://www.thriveeastlothian.co.uk

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Queen Margaret University Drive
Edinburgh
EH216UU

Website

http://www.qmu.ac.uk/careers

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