Tools & Resources

We provide a range of tools and resources to help you develop your employability skills, available to all Swansea University students.

Career Development Course

Our Career Development Course has 16 units covering a variety of topics that can help you with your career planning and is available 24/7. Access the information you need, right when you need it!

We also have a Graduate Career Development Course specifically tailored to support you after you’ve graduated. To gain access, sign up to our Graduate Support Programme.

EmploymentZone

EmploymentZone is our digital jobs board. We work with local, national, and international employers to advertise placements, internships, part-time roles and graduate level jobs, all listed in one place.

You’ll also get access to:

• Our full calendar of events; find out what’s coming up and register for upcoming events.
• Careers appointments; book a one-to-one appointment with a Careers Consultant.
• A host of helpful resources, including access to specialised platforms and recording from past events.

Shortlist.me

Get ready for interviews with our online tool Short List Me. Simulate a real interview, rehearse, and record your responses, before getting AI feedback. You can choose from a range of sector specific roles and organisations to gain relevant experience in your field.

Profiling For Success

Discover more about yourself, your values and jobs you may like with Profiling For Success, delivered by Team Focus. This online tool can help you explore career options and planning your next steps.

Practice for the different assessments used in the recruitment process, including assessments on areas of your personality, capability, motivation and relationships.

To access Profiling For Success:

1. Log in to Swansea University's network, then sign in.
   If this is your first time using the platform, you’ll need to create an account. Enter your name and the first part of your email address, before choosing a password and click on ‘Create Account’. You’ll then be sent an email containing a link to confirm your email address (check your junk/spam folders if you can’t find the email).

1. If this is a repeat visit, just sign in and enter your login details.
2. Chose the test you would like to complete e.g. the values based indicator of motivation test.
3. You’ll then receive a personal report by email once you have completed each test. 

Please use your student e-mail address when prompted, this will ensure your reports arrive.

Forage

Forage is a platform that offers job simulations with world-class companies! ​Another tool that will help you excel in your future career. 

Have you ever dreamed of working for Red Bull or KPMG? With Forage you can experience what working in those organisations really looks like while earning valuable practical skills to enhance your employability. ​There are over 150 employers and 250 job simulations to choose from! Register to Forage and start learning today!

CareerSet

With AI-powered solutions, CareerSet will elevate your chances of getting your dream job. This tool is going to help you tailor your CV and cover letter to the job you are applying for. And remember, showing the employer you are the best candidate for the job is what makes you stand out from the crowd.

Register today to try CareerSet

*If you are a Swansea University graduate interested in using CareerSet, please get in touch with our team to get access

Student Circus

A one stop shop for international students’ job search.

With this tool you can search global companies hiring international students and visa sponsored jobs available in different markets. Filter locations, sectors, and companies to find what you’re looking for. Read immigration guides and specific country requirements to know processes to follow.

And if you’re thinking of going back home after graduation Student Circus can help you too. Search for jobs in your home country and you will know who is hiring before you leave the campus.

Whatever your search may be, Student Circus is a great place to start. Register here

eCareersGrad

Interview Support & International Student Specific Guidance

ECareersGrad is a video-based, interactive career platform that provides three courses to help prepare students and graduates for the competitive world of graduate-level employment. Courses available include: International Students: Target the Right UK Employer, Interview Success and Master the Commercial & Consulting Case.