Our careers service aims to provide you with all the advice and resources you need to research your chosen career
and provide you with skills to enhance your employment prospects in today’s competitive graduate market.
Learners are able to access advice and guidance on career choice and planning, progression to further study and employer information.
One-to-one impartial guidance is available on a drop-in basis or by booked appointment and advisors can be found in Learner Services.
The Careers Centre holds a wealth of information on graduate careers and occupational information written by the Association of Graduate
Careers Advisory Services. Free magazines and employer directories are also available. Learners can access online careers information and e-based guidance
(e.g. Prospects Planner test) and discuss outcomes with a Careers Advisor.
Learners also have the opportunity to attend careers events and presentations at the University of Essex, Colchester campus.
JobShop
You may need to find part-time work to support yourself financially through your course or you may want to find relevant
work experience to help confirm your career path and gain industry contacts.
Our JobShop provides you with access to part-time work with established local and national employers.
Vacancies are posted on the College notice boards, on the College intranet and in Learner Services.
The Alumni Association
Graduates of South Essex College are encouraged to join our Alumni Association, and retain links with their fellow graduates.
The Association provides networking and other benefits (including career guidance for three years following graduation) and helps alumni
keep up-to-date with courses and events through a dedicated alumni website and a regular magazine.
Famous Alumni of the College include:
- Mark Foster
One of the most successful British swimmers of all time
- Sir Teddy Taylor
The most celebrated Parliamentarian to stand for a South Essex constituency
- Phill Jupitus
Comedian and TV personality
You are welcome to contact us for advice and assistance about your application, financial support or other concerns you may have.