How should students really be using AI when applying for jobs? In this episode of The Workshop - part of the &apos;From Campus to Careers&apos; Podcast - we sit down with Joshua Honey, Lead Placement Co-Ordinator in the Careers and Placements team, to break down Aston University’s brand-new AI guidance for job applications. Josh shares his own experience with AI, how the guidance came to life, and what students need to know to use AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot safely, effectively, and ethically during their placement, internship, and graduate job search. We cover: 🤖 How AI is shaping recruitment for both students and employers 🧭 What Aston’s new AI guidance includes and why it matters 💡 Smart ways to use AI for CVs, cover letters and interview prep 🚫 The risks of overusing AI (and how it can actually harm your application) 🔍 How to stay authentic and avoid generic, look-alike content 📍 Where to find the full guidance on the Aston Careers &amp; Placements Resource Library 🎓 What support students can access if they want more help navigating AI Whether you’re applying for placements or preparing for graduate roles, this episode will help you understand how to make AI work for you - without damaging your chances or losing your own voice in the process. About The Workshop: The Workshop is our practical mini-series where we share step-by-step guides and expert insights to help you stand out and succeed throughout your career journey. Subscribe for more episodes of From Campus to Careers – your go-to podcast for honest, practical careers advice, inspiring student stories, and insights from top employers : https://careersandplacements.buzzsprout.com/ Follow Aston University Careers and Placements: instagram.com/astonunicareers linkedin.com/company/astonunicareers aston.ac.uk/careers

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;How should students really be using AI when applying for jobs?&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;In this episode of The Workshop - part of the &amp;apos;&lt;b&gt;From Campus to Careers&amp;apos; &lt;/b&gt;Podcast - we sit down with Joshua Honey, Lead Placement Co-Ordinator in the Careers and Placements team, to break down Aston University’s brand-new AI guidance for job applications.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Josh shares his own experience with AI, how the guidance came to life, and what students need to know to use AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot safely, effectively, and ethically during their placement, internship, and graduate job search.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;We cover:&lt;br/&gt;🤖 How AI is shaping recruitment for both students and employers&lt;br/&gt;🧭 What Aston’s new AI guidance includes and why it matters&lt;br/&gt;💡 Smart ways to use AI for CVs, cover letters and interview prep&lt;br/&gt;🚫 The risks of overusing AI (and how it can actually harm your application)&lt;br/&gt;🔍 How to stay authentic and avoid generic, look-alike content&lt;br/&gt;📍 Where to find the full guidance on the Aston Careers &amp;amp; Placements Resource Library&lt;br/&gt;🎓 What support students can access if they want more help navigating AI&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Whether you’re applying for placements or preparing for graduate roles, this episode will help you understand how to make AI work for you - without damaging your chances or losing your own voice in the process.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;About The Workshop: The Workshop is our practical mini-series where we share step-by-step guides and expert insights to help you stand out and succeed throughout your career journey. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Subscribe for more episodes of From Campus to Careers – your go-to podcast for honest, practical careers advice, inspiring student stories, and insights from top employers : https://careersandplacements.buzzsprout.com/&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Follow Aston University Careers and Placements:&lt;br/&gt;instagram.com/astonunicareers&lt;br/&gt;linkedin.com/company/astonunicareers&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;aston.ac.uk/careers&lt;/p&gt;</description>

How should students really be using AI when applying for jobs?  In this episode of The Workshop - part of the 'From Campus to Careers' Podcast - we sit down with Joshua Honey, Lead Placement Co-Ordinator in the Careers and Placements team, to break down Aston University’s brand-new AI guidance for job applications.  Josh shares his own experience with AI, how the guidance came to life, and what students need to know to use AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot safely, effectively, and ethically d...

AI in Job Applications: The Do’s, Don’ts, and Dealbreakers​

In this episode, we chat with Evie Phillips, an Aston University student who completed a 13-month placement with BMW Financial Services UK. Evie shares her experience working on diversity and inclusion projects, leading events, and growing her professional skills - plus how Aston’s Careers and Placements Team supported her journey.About The Blueprint: The Blueprint is our insightful mini-series where you can find real stories and advice from Aston students and graduates.🎙️ Hosted by Andy Hollings with co-host Marjana, current Aston placement student.#FromCampustoCareers #AstonUniversity #PlacementYear #BMW #StudentExperienceSubscribe for more episodes of From Campus to Careers – your go-to podcast for honest, practical careers advice, inspiring student stories, and insights from top employers : https://careersandplacements.buzzsprout.com/ Follow Aston University Careers and Placements: instagram.com/astonunicareers linkedin.com/company/astonunicareers aston.ac.uk/careers

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we chat with &lt;b&gt;Evie Phillips&lt;/b&gt;, an Aston University student who completed a 13-month placement with &lt;b&gt;BMW Financial Services UK&lt;/b&gt;. Evie shares her experience working on diversity and inclusion projects, leading events, and growing her professional skills - plus how Aston’s &lt;b&gt;Careers and Placements Team&lt;/b&gt; supported her journey.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;About The Blueprint: The Blueprint is our insightful mini-series where you can find real stories and advice from Aston students and graduates.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🎙️ &lt;em&gt;Hosted by Andy Hollings with co-host Marjana, current Aston placement student.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#FromCampustoCareers #AstonUniversity #PlacementYear #BMW #StudentExperience&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Subscribe for more episodes of From Campus to Careers – your go-to podcast for honest, practical careers advice, inspiring student stories, and insights from top employers : https://careersandplacements.buzzsprout.com/&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Follow Aston University Careers and Placements:&lt;br/&gt;instagram.com/astonunicareers&lt;br/&gt;linkedin.com/company/astonunicareers&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;aston.ac.uk/careers&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode, we chat with Evie Phillips, an Aston University student who completed a 13-month placement with BMW Financial Services UK. Evie shares her experience working on diversity and inclusion projects, leading events, and growing her professional skills - plus how Aston’s Careers and Placements Team supported her journey. About The Blueprint: The Blueprint is our insightful mini-series where you can find real stories and advice from Aston students and graduates. 🎙️ Hosted by Andy Ho...

How I landed the perfect placement role at BMW | Evie Phillips

Thinking about using a recruitment agency to find a part-time job, placement, or graduate role - but not sure where to start? 🤔 In this episode of The Workshop -  part of the From Campus to Careers Podcast by the Aston University Careers and Placements Team - we’re joined by Heather Duncan, Director at BuildForce Solutions. She shares her insider knowledge from over eight years in recruitment. Heather reveals how agencies really work, what makes a candidate stand out, and the common mistakes students should avoid when applying for roles. We cover: 💼 How recruitment agencies support students and graduates in finding work 🧭 What to expect from the process when you first sign up 💬 Tips for building strong relationships with recruiters 🚫 Common pitfalls to avoid when applying through agencies 🤖 How AI and technology are changing the recruitment landscape 🌟 Heather’s own career journey and advice for students starting out Whether you’re applying for your first placement or ready to step into a graduate role, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you approach recruitment agencies with confidence and get results. About The Workshop: The Workshop is our practical mini-series where we share step-by-step guides and expert insights to help you stand out and succeed throughout your career journey. 👇 Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:08 Meet Heather from Buildforce Solutions 01:41 Benefits of working with a recruitment agency 02:52 Why a placement year is so valuable 05:30 What to expect when working with an agency 06:38 How to stand out to recruiters and avoiding common mistakes 08:47 Using AI effectively for applications and in the workplace 12:09 How an agency will support you through the recruitment process 15:25 Top tips for interviews 17:54 Using LinkedIn 19:31 What type of job opportunities Buildforce offer and other agencies 21:23 Key takeaway/advice to younger self 23:28 Heather is looking for a graduate! Follow Heather: linkedin.com/in/heather-duncanbuildforceSubscribe for more episodes of From Campus to Careers – your go-to podcast for honest, practical careers advice, inspiring student stories, and insights from top employers : https://careersandplacements.buzzsprout.com/ Follow Aston University Careers and Placements: instagram.com/astonunicareers linkedin.com/company/astonunicareers aston.ac.uk/careers

<description>&lt;p&gt;Thinking about using a recruitment agency to find a part-time job, placement, or graduate role - but not sure where to start? 🤔&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;In this episode of &lt;em&gt;The Workshop&lt;/em&gt; -  part of the &lt;b&gt;From Campus to Careers Podcast&lt;/b&gt; by the Aston University Careers and Placements Team - we’re joined by Heather Duncan, Director at BuildForce Solutions. She shares her insider knowledge from over eight years in recruitment. Heather reveals how agencies really work, what makes a candidate stand out, and the common mistakes students should avoid when applying for roles.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;We cover:&lt;br/&gt;💼 How recruitment agencies support students and graduates in finding work&lt;br/&gt;🧭 What to expect from the process when you first sign up&lt;br/&gt;💬 Tips for building strong relationships with recruiters&lt;br/&gt;🚫 Common pitfalls to avoid when applying through agencies&lt;br/&gt;🤖 How AI and technology are changing the recruitment landscape&lt;br/&gt;🌟 Heather’s own career journey and advice for students starting out&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Whether you’re applying for your first placement or ready to step into a graduate role, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you approach recruitment agencies with confidence and get results.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;About The Workshop:&lt;br/&gt;The Workshop is our practical mini-series where we share step-by-step guides and expert insights to help you stand out and succeed throughout your career journey.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;👇 Chapters:&lt;br/&gt;00:00 Intro&lt;br/&gt;01:08 Meet Heather from Buildforce Solutions&lt;br/&gt;01:41 Benefits of working with a recruitment agency&lt;br/&gt;02:52 Why a placement year is so valuable&lt;br/&gt;05:30 What to expect when working with an agency&lt;br/&gt;06:38 How to stand out to recruiters and avoiding common mistakes&lt;br/&gt;08:47 Using AI effectively for applications and in the workplace&lt;br/&gt;12:09 How an agency will support you through the recruitment process&lt;br/&gt;15:25 Top tips for interviews&lt;br/&gt;17:54 Using LinkedIn&lt;br/&gt;19:31 What type of job opportunities Buildforce offer and other agencies&lt;br/&gt;21:23 Key takeaway/advice to younger self&lt;br/&gt;23:28 Heather is looking for a graduate!&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Follow Heather: linkedin.com/in/heather-duncanbuildforce&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Subscribe for more episodes of From Campus to Careers – your go-to podcast for honest, practical careers advice, inspiring student stories, and insights from top employers : https://careersandplacements.buzzsprout.com/&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Follow Aston University Careers and Placements:&lt;br/&gt;instagram.com/astonunicareers&lt;br/&gt;linkedin.com/company/astonunicareers&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;aston.ac.uk/careers&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Thinking about using a recruitment agency to find a part-time job, placement, or graduate role - but not sure where to start? 🤔  In this episode of The Workshop -  part of the From Campus to Careers Podcast by the Aston University Careers and Placements Team - we’re joined by Heather Duncan, Director at BuildForce Solutions. She shares her insider knowledge from over eight years in recruitment. Heather reveals how agencies really work, what makes a candidate stand out, and the common mis...

An Industry Expert's Guide to Working with Recruitment Agencies | Heather Duncan

We took our From Campus to Careers Podcast on the road to The Big Careers Fair, where over 70 top employers - including names like Goldman Sachs, JLR, and British Airways - came to meet Aston students. In this special episode, we chat to employers, students, and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor to uncover: 💬 What a Careers Fair experience is typically like 🎓 How students can make the most of careers fairs and networking events 💡 Tips for standing out and building connections that lead to real opportunities Whether you’re preparing for your next careers fair, looking for a placement or graduate roles, or just want tips to boost your employability, this episode is packed with real insights from both sides of the hiring table. 👇 Chapters: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJ5qA1KknYc'>00:00</a> Intro <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJ5qA1KknYc&amp;t=68s'>01:08</a> Osama Khan - Aston Deputy Vice-Chancellor <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJ5qA1KknYc&amp;t=469s'>07:49</a> Aston Student Experiences of the fair <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJ5qA1KknYc&amp;t=1540s'>25:40</a> Employer Experiences of the fair <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJ5qA1KknYc&amp;t=2200s'>36:40</a> OutroSubscribe for more episodes of From Campus to Careers – your go-to podcast for honest, practical careers advice, inspiring student stories, and insights from top employers : https://careersandplacements.buzzsprout.com/ Follow Aston University Careers and Placements: instagram.com/astonunicareers linkedin.com/company/astonunicareers aston.ac.uk/careers

<description>&lt;p&gt;We took our From Campus to Careers Podcast on the road to The Big Careers Fair, where over 70 top employers - including names like Goldman Sachs, JLR, and British Airways - came to meet Aston students.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;In this special episode, we chat to employers, students, and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor to uncover:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;💬 What a Careers Fair experience is typically like&lt;br/&gt;🎓 How students can make the most of careers fairs and networking events&lt;br/&gt;💡 Tips for standing out and building connections that lead to real opportunities&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Whether you’re preparing for your next careers fair, looking for a placement or graduate roles, or just want tips to boost your employability, this episode is packed with real insights from both sides of the hiring table.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;👇 Chapters:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJ5qA1KknYc'&gt;00:00&lt;/a&gt; Intro&lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJ5qA1KknYc&amp;amp;t=68s'&gt;01:08&lt;/a&gt; Osama Khan - Aston Deputy Vice-Chancellor&lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJ5qA1KknYc&amp;amp;t=469s'&gt;07:49&lt;/a&gt; Aston Student Experiences of the fair&lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJ5qA1KknYc&amp;amp;t=1540s'&gt;25:40&lt;/a&gt; Employer Experiences of the fair&lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJ5qA1KknYc&amp;amp;t=2200s'&gt;36:40&lt;/a&gt; Outro&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Subscribe for more episodes of From Campus to Careers – your go-to podcast for honest, practical careers advice, inspiring student stories, and insights from top employers : https://careersandplacements.buzzsprout.com/&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Follow Aston University Careers and Placements:&lt;br/&gt;instagram.com/astonunicareers&lt;br/&gt;linkedin.com/company/astonunicareers&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;aston.ac.uk/careers&lt;/p&gt;</description>

We took our From Campus to Careers Podcast on the road to The Big Careers Fair, where over 70 top employers - including names like Goldman Sachs, JLR, and British Airways - came to meet Aston students.  In this special episode, we chat to employers, students, and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor to uncover:  💬 What a Careers Fair experience is typically like 🎓 How students can make the most of careers fairs and networking events 💡 Tips for standing out and building connections that lead to real opp...

Behind the Scenes at Aston's Biggest Careers Event: The Big Careers Fair

Want to make your LinkedIn profile shine and get noticed by employers? 🚀 In this episode of The Workshop - part of the &apos;From Campus to Careers Podcast&apos; by the Aston University Careers and Placements Team - host Andy Cooper chats with Nabeeda Bakali-Abrar, Senior Customer Success Manager at LinkedIn and Aston alumna, about how to unlock the full potential of your LinkedIn profile. Nabeeda shares her own inspiring journey from Aston student to working at LinkedIn, along with insider advice on: ✅ Showcasing your skills and experiences effectively ✅ Building a professional network that works for you ✅ Engaging with employers the right way ✅ Making your profile stand out to recruiters Whether you’re just starting your LinkedIn journey or looking to take your profile to the next level, this episode is packed with practical, actionable tips to help you succeed. About The Workshop: The Workshop is our practical mini-series where we share step-by-step guides and expert insights to help you stand out and succeed throughout your career journey. 👇 Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:13 Meet Nabeeda 03:10 How LinkedIn has played a part in Nabeeda&apos;s Career Journey 05:42 How to start building a strong profile 07:59 What makes a profile stand out to employers?  10:55 Engaging with Employers 12:40 Applying for Internships/Placements/Graduate Roles 16:10 The Future of LinkedInFollow Nabeeda: linkedin.com/in/nabeedabakaliabrarSubscribe for more episodes of From Campus to Careers – your go-to podcast for honest, practical careers advice, inspiring student stories, and insights from top employers : https://careersandplacements.buzzsprout.com/ Follow Aston University Careers and Placements: instagram.com/astonunicareers linkedin.com/company/astonunicareers aston.ac.uk/careers

<description>&lt;p&gt;Want to make your LinkedIn profile shine and get noticed by employers? 🚀&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;In this episode of The Workshop - part of the &amp;apos;From Campus to Careers Podcast&amp;apos; by the Aston University Careers and Placements Team - host Andy Cooper chats with Nabeeda Bakali-Abrar, Senior Customer Success Manager at LinkedIn and Aston alumna, about how to unlock the full potential of your LinkedIn profile.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Nabeeda shares her own inspiring journey from Aston student to working at LinkedIn, along with insider advice on:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;✅ Showcasing your skills and experiences effectively&lt;br/&gt;✅ Building a professional network that works for you&lt;br/&gt;✅ Engaging with employers the right way&lt;br/&gt;✅ Making your profile stand out to recruiters&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Whether you’re just starting your LinkedIn journey or looking to take your profile to the next level, this episode is packed with practical, actionable tips to help you succeed.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;About The Workshop:&lt;br/&gt;The Workshop is our practical mini-series where we share step-by-step guides and expert insights to help you stand out and succeed throughout your career journey.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;👇 Chapters:&lt;br/&gt;00:00 Intro&lt;br/&gt;01:13 Meet Nabeeda&lt;br/&gt;03:10 How LinkedIn has played a part in Nabeeda&amp;apos;s Career Journey&lt;br/&gt;05:42 How to start building a strong profile&lt;br/&gt;07:59 What makes a profile stand out to employers? &lt;br/&gt;10:55 Engaging with Employers&lt;br/&gt;12:40 Applying for Internships/Placements/Graduate Roles&lt;br/&gt;16:10 The Future of LinkedIn&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Nabeeda: linkedin.com/in/nabeedabakaliabrar&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Subscribe for more episodes of From Campus to Careers – your go-to podcast for honest, practical careers advice, inspiring student stories, and insights from top employers : https://careersandplacements.buzzsprout.com/&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Follow Aston University Careers and Placements:&lt;br/&gt;instagram.com/astonunicareers&lt;br/&gt;linkedin.com/company/astonunicareers&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;aston.ac.uk/careers&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Want to make your LinkedIn profile shine and get noticed by employers? 🚀  In this episode of The Workshop - part of the 'From Campus to Careers Podcast' by the Aston University Careers and Placements Team - host Andy Cooper chats with Nabeeda Bakali-Abrar, Senior Customer Success Manager at LinkedIn and Aston alumna, about how to unlock the full potential of your LinkedIn profile.  Nabeeda shares her own inspiring journey from Aston student to working at LinkedIn, along with insider advice on...

The Secret to Getting Noticed by Employers on LinkedIn | Nabeeda Bakali-Abrar

Join us as we chat about all things Careers and Placements. We'll be joined by a host of guests to support you every step of the way through your journey as an Aston University student. You can expect to hear about topics such as work experience, CV advice, assessment centres, the placement year and more!&nbsp;

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