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Now is the perfect moment to map out your next steps.

The Easter vacation is an ideal period to pause, reflect, and start planning your next steps, whether that means exploring opportunities now or getting ahead for the summer term.

Even if revision is your main focus, using just a little time to research, register interest, or map out ideas can make it far easier to take action once exams are over. Below are some flexible ways to build skills, gain experience and strengthen your CV throughout the year.

Volunteering

Volunteering is one of the most accessible ways to develop communication, teamwork and leadership. Opportunities such as the Great Exhibition Road Festival offer hands on experience that employers value, while also connecting you with the wider community.

Professional Project Fund

911½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ’s  Professional Project Fund, run by the Careers Service, supports students who want to transform their ideas into real world projects.

The break is a perfect time to start brainstorming concepts, drafting a proposal, or researching partner organisations.

To learn more, you can book onto a Professional Project Fund Introduction session via JobsLive. These will be running throughout April.

SME & White City Internship Schemes

If you're looking for paid experience, the SME and White City Internship Schemes are a great place to start. Internships will be posted in the ‘Exclusive Opportunities’ section of your on a rolling basis from now through early summer. 

To be notified when new roles become available, complete the . 

Meanwhile, use this time to review past job descriptions, polish your CV, and note key deadlines so you're ready when applications open after exams.

Competitions, awards and scholarships

This quieter period is also ideal for researching competitions, awards and scholarships that could boost your CV. 

Even if you intend to apply later, identifying opportunities now means you can return to them after exams with a clearer plan, and a better chance of success.

Skills-building sessions

The Careers Service runs Career Essentials seminars and Career Labs workshops, as well as other skills focused sessions throughout the year.

Take a moment to browse JobsLive and book sessions in advance for the summer term. These activities can help strengthen applications, build confidence and clarify your career direction – all with a small-time commitment.

Finally…

Remember that small steps taken now can create big opportunities later. Whether you’re revising, planning ahead or ready to get involved straight away, there’s something you can do this Easter to move your career forward. 

As always, the Careers Service is here to support you at every stage. So, explore what interests you, stay curious, and take the next step when it feels right for you.

Happy Easter everyone!