Develop your employability skills and become more employable.
We are currently experiencing some issues with our new mentoring software. We hope to get this fixed as soon as possible and let applicants know the outcome of your applications by the end of this week. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
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Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd November at the Electric Works
If there’s a problem you think can be solved with technology, entrepreneurship and good old fashioned grit, this is the place to kick it all off. Build amazing teams, access awesome mentors and be brave enough to take the stage and present to a panel of judges who have the power to send your startup to battle in a global arena.
Sign up for Start-up Weekend here.
We have a discount code. It is SHUSW
Who is eligible?
It is open to all current students of SHU only
When and how can they enter?
You can enter anytime between Monday 28th September and Friday 30th October.
Visit the website to enter www.enterpriseideacompetition.com
Create a 2 minute video addressing the following questions (need to say each question on the video before they answer it):
– What is your idea?
– How will it work?
– Who are your customers?
– Why will they buy it?
– What are your next steps?
Workshops to help:
The Enterprise Team are running some workshops to help inspire people and come up with ideas to enter with. Dates and description below:
“This isn’t another talk, seminar or lecture; this is your opportunity to develop skills that are relevant to your degree, your job prospects and employability, and for if you are considering setting up your own business. It is going to be a 2 hour interactive workshop, with hands on, practical skills development and the chance to have a bit of fun!”
Wednesday 21st October 4-6pm https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creating-enterprising-ideas-tickets-18113749713
Thursday 29th October 5-7pm https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creating-enterprising-ideas-tickets-18113765761
How will they find out if they have won the £500?
The winners of the Enterprise Idea Competition will be announced on Tuesday 17th November at the Global Entrepreneurship Week event ‘Hear from the Entrepreneur’ https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hear-from-the-entrepreneur-a-global-entrepreneurship-week-event-tickets-17934806489
If you have an enterprising or innovative idea for a product or service, then this is the competition for you.
Who is eligible?
It is open to all current students of Sheffield Hallam University
When and how can I enter?
You can enter anytime between Monday 28 September and Friday 30 October.
Visit the website to enter.
Create a 2 minute video addressing the following questions (you need to say each question on the video before you answer it):
– What is your idea?
– How will it work?
– Who are your customers?
– Why will they buy it?
– What are your next steps?
Workshops to help you:
The Enterprise Team are also running some workshops to help inspire you and come up with ideas to enter with.
This isn’t another talk, seminar or lecture; this is your opportunity to develop skills that are relevant to your degree, your job prospects and employability, and for if you are considering setting up your own business. It is going to be a 2 hour interactive workshop, with hands-on practical skills development and the chance to have a bit of fun!
Workshop dates:
Tuesday 13th October 4-6pm https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creating-enterprising-ideas-tickets-18113734668
Wednesday 21st October 4-6pm https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creating-enterprising-ideas-tickets-18113749713
Thursday 29th October 5-7pm https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creating-enterprising-ideas-tickets-18113765761
The winners of the Enterprise Idea Competition will be announced on Tuesday 17 November at the Global Entrepreneurship Week event ‘Hear from the Entrepreneur’
Would you like some visa advice?
If yes, then book a place on our Working in the UK after studies workshop.
We will look at all the possible visa routes for international graduates into full time work including:
• Tier 2 Scheme
• Tier 1 graduate entrepreneur
• Tier 5
The workshop will also focus on how to improve your employability and how you can make the most out of your time at Sheffield Hallam University. We will explain the visa rules and how to maximise your chances of success.
The next workshops will take place in the Careers and Employability Centre (unless otherwise stated):
Follow a link above to book onto the session.
Would you like to apply for our new volunteer peer mentoring scheme called Culture Connect? It will help you to meet people from different countries, develop your cultural awareness and gain valuable experience for your CV.
Your commitment
The scheme is very flexible around your studies. You will meet your mentee/mentor a minimum of 4 times from October to April. You will receive an induction to ensure you get off to a good start, then there will be regular employability skills training and networking events to meet wider participants on the scheme. By taking part in Culture Connect, you will be eligible to apply for the prestigious Hallam Award (organised by the Students’ Union).
Would you like to apply to become a mentor (student helping)?
You will help mentees settle into university life and gain volunteering experience for your CV. Ideal candidates will be familiar with university services and will have taken part in extracurricular activities.
Would you like to apply to become a mentee (student being helped)?
You may be a new student who would like to learn about other cultures, adapt to life in Sheffield and improve your communication (and/or language skills).
You may want to discuss
Watch a video summarising the scheme
More student videos and case studies
Previous participants on the scheme described mentoring as ‘learning through sharing’ and ‘wherever you’re from, you belong. Both mentees and mentors reported improving their cultural awareness, time management and communication skills. As well as gaining volunteer experience.
Deadline to apply
The deadline is Friday 9 October at 5pm, fill out the online application form at http://go.shu.ac.uk/applycc
Find out more
Email the scheme coordinator Samantha Jane Logan at CultureConnect@shu.ac.uk
Join Sheffield Hallam’s biggest peer mentoring scheme to connect with students from diverse backgrounds and make the most of your time in Sheffield.
Make your full application today at go.shu.ac.uk/applycc
The benefits
Did you know there are students from over 100 countries at Sheffield Hallam? Joining Culture Connect is the perfect way to make friends, improve your communication skills and learn about different perspectives.
Get valuable volunteering experience for your CV and stand out to future employers. Benefit from one-to-one mentoring, a learning set, social activities and training. This will develop your intercultural skills and ability to work in diverse teams, which is important in today’s globalised workplace.
Who can join
All students are welcome to apply – from any course, level of study, faculty and nationality (UK and international). There is a formal selection process.
Mentees
Are you a new student? Need help settling into university life and Sheffield culture? Feeling homesick? Or simply want to find out about social activities to make friends and have fun?
During your first year here, you can share your aspirations and concerns with your mentor. We will match you with someone who’s been a new student and understands what it’s like to start at a new place. They may be from a different country, which is an opportunity to discuss cultural differences and broaden your knowledge of the world.
Mentors
Are you a returning student, who has adapted well to university life? Perhaps you have taken part in extracurricular activities alongside your studies?
As a mentor you will help a new student feel at home by creating a friendly environment for them to discuss their hopes and worries. You will pass on your knowledge of university services and the local area, to help them integrate into the community.
Find out more
Have you got a talent? Can you sing, dance or play an instrument? Want to organise an event?
We are looking for students and staff to get involved in SHU Fest, a massive week-long festival from 29 February to 6 March.
Register your interest at http://go.shu.ac.uk/shufest
Whether you are new to Sheffield Hallam or a returning student, if you want to know more about the International Experience Team’s main SHU GoGlobal projects, then watch these videos created by students and staff here at SHU:
Culture Connect
SHU Fest
ICE Club
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyOlDuzK2cY
Global Friends
Like what you see? Then get involved and go truly global at Sheffield Hallam University.
Friday 25th September 10.00am – 3.00pm
Meet at the Meet and Greet desk, City Campus
A guided tour of Collegiate Campus and a visit to the Students’ Union Collegiate Special Event, with free food and refreshments.
