Welcome
GradFocus
Are you about to graduate this July?
Are you unsure what to do next?
Are you finding it difficult to get a job?
If you have answered yes to all these questions, find out how GradFocus can help you.
Our Employability and Careers Centre (E&CC) helps you make the most of your Essex experience.
You don't need to have your future all planned out before you see us. We offer friendly, professional support and one-to-one
advice to current students and recent graduates. We aim to increase your employability by directing you to exciting opportunities
to develop your skills, improve your CV and gain valuable experience.
Gain skills and experience
- Apply for one our many Frontrunner paid placements
- Complete a graduate-level internship during term-time or vacations
- Go abroad, to study or work, as part of your course
- Join Essex Boot Camp, our annual enterprise team competition
Our internships team
Internships are an excellent way to earn money and develop a stand-out CV. Register with us for
information on paid internship opportunities with local, national and even international employers.
frontrunners placements
frontrunners is our original placement scheme that offers students paid work opportunities on campus. You'll get on-placement training and great experience to add to your CV.
Employability events
Our programme of events is designed to help you with all aspects of looking and applying for jobs,
work experience and further study. New events and sessions are added throughout the year, so keep checking what's on offer.