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Gaining experience

Access the many opportunities and initiatives available to you at Reading. Gain experience and develop the skills required for the world of work.

Where to start

Joining our events is a great way to learn about how you gain experience!

"I have adopted the mindset of confidence in my ability to learn more than just my ability to achieve." - UoR student on Be confident: find skills you didn't know you had workshop.

"As a first year undergraduate in a new country, it would have been very hard to navigate through various opportunities and balance my academia, the session made it easier!" - UoR student on How you can gain experience at UoR session.

RED Awards

Everything you need to know about the 3 RED Awards.

Thrive Mentoring

Connect with industry and find yourself a professional mentor who can support your career development.

Reading Internship Scheme

Gain work experience and a chance to develop skills in the work place.

Mentoring

Discover the benefits of mentoring and explore the initiatives available at Reading.

Part-time work and volunteering

Discover internships, part-time work and volunteering.

Placements

Discover the benefits a Professional Placement Year can bring to your future.

Enterprise and Entrepreneurship

Explore enterprise and entrepreneurship during studies and after graduation.

Work Experience Framework

Discover the opportunities available to enhance your work experience

Careers guides & employer directories

Use the careers guides and directories to find out more about what employers have to offer, and the industry you're interested in.

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