Welcome to the Careers Centre
Whether you are a Fresher or a final year student, we are here to support you on your career journey.
You don’t need to have it all figured out before coming to see us — we’re here to help you explore your options, ask questions, and take the next step. Read our top tips to get started.
Getting started: Our top tips
1. Don’t miss the Careers Centre Open Day
📅 Wednesday 10 September
🕚 11am – 3pm
📍 6 St Mary’s Place, St Andrews (opposite the Students’ Association)
Come along and:
- Meet the friendly careers team
- Learn how to find part-time jobs and internships
- Watch demos of our top tools and CareerConnect
- Enjoy free refreshments, giveaways, and prizes!
No need to sign up — just drop in!
2. Book a one-to-one appointment
Looking for personalised advice? We offer tailored support through individual appointments, including:
- Career guidance: Explore your options and get clarity on your next steps
- CV, cover letter, and LinkedIn reviews: Make your applications stand out
- Mock interviews: Interview practice with a Careers Adviser.
All our appointments are bookable via CareerConnect.
3. Join our career-boosting events
Tap into our full calendar of events designed to help you develop skills and make connections:
- Networking events – Meet professionals, alumni, and potential employers
- Employer & alumni talks – Hear real-world insights directly from the experts
- Careers Fairs – Connect with hiring organisations from a range of industries
Book your place through CareerConnect.
4. Meet employers at our 2025 Careers Fairs
Get face-to-face with top employers and explore exciting job opportunities at our October fairs:
📅 Tuesday 7 October and Wednesday 8 October
🕚 11am – 3pm
📍Students’ Association
All students welcome!
5. Explore our website
Our website is packed with resources to help you navigate your career journey 24/7, including:
- Career planning timelines
- A global jobs board with access to part-time work, internships, and graduate roles
- Skills development opportunities
- Event listings and networking opportunities
- Online tools such as CV checkers, interview simulators, and practice tests
- A dedicated careers query service
6. Boost your CV with a Saints Skills Award
Stand out to employers by earning one of our career-focused awards:
- Saints Skills Builder Award – Develop new skills
- Saints Skills Spotlight Award – Participate in a mock recruitment process
Both awards are open to all students and are a fantastic way to build your confidence and CV.
7. Sign-in to TargetJobs Pathways
Shape your career journey with free, interactive learning from TargetJobs. Gain insights and build confidence through videos, quizzes, and real-world activities led by industry experts and young professionals.
Topics include:
- Making applications – CVs, cover letters, interviews, psychometric tests
- Careers advice – exploring options, setting goals, building confidence
8. Follow us on Social Media
Stay in the loop with our latest updates, events, and opportunities:
We look forward to meeting you soon!
6 St Mary’s Place, St Andrews, Fife, KY16 9UY
(opposite the Students’ Association)
Open Monday – Friday 10am – 5pm