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The Role of Wellbeing in Career Success

Wellbeing is often seen as a personal matter, but its importance in shaping career success is becoming increasingly clear. For students and graduates in the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (FHASS), prioritising wellbeing isn’t just about feeling good—it’s about performing at your best, making thoughtful decisions, and sustaining long-term career growth. What Do We Mean by Wellbeing? Wellbeing […]

The Lancaster Award: All you Need To Know!

Completing the Lancaster Award is a powerful way to turn your university experiences into a clear advantage in a competitive job market. For students in the humanities, arts and social sciences, it’s an opportunity to showcase the diverse skills you have gained alongside your degree- through volunteering, society involvement, creative work, internships or part-time jobs. The Award helps you develop […]

Hybrid and Remote Work: How to Stay Engaged and Connected

Hybrid and remote working have become increasingly common in graduate roles. While they offer flexibility and the comfort of working from home, they can also present challenges. Without the structure and social interaction of a traditional office, it can sometimes feel harder to stay connected, motivated, and part of the team. For students many future roles may involve a mix […]

Antoni: Internship @ Comma Press

“I got an insider look at the industry I’m working towards.” The internship made the summer of my second year feel more meaningful and gave me loads of extra confidence going into my final year. It was also really exciting to get an early, insider look at the industry I’m working towards — a whole year ahead of schedule. I […]

Katie: Film and Theatre (Placement Year) Student

“The careers support has gone above and beyond my expectations” Throughout my time at Lancaster, the support available for enhancing my future employability has been instrumental in preparing me for life after graduation, particularly through the dedicated careers advisory teams and various internships I have participated in. My experience with the Faculty Internship Scheme allowed me to gain valuable work […]

Your Degree Is Just the Beginning: Pathways to Explore with Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences

When you study in the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences, you gain much more than subject knowledge. You develop critical thinking, creativity, communication skills, and the ability to understand people and societies — all qualities that employers value across sectors. That’s why we don’t believe your degree limits you to a single type of career. Instead, we support […]

“Hamilton” and the Career Advice You Didn’t Know You Needed

*This post was originally created by Rachel Beauchamp, our Faculty Careers Coach, and shared on LinkedIn on the 16th July 2025.* The idea for this post came to me while driving home a couple of weeks ago from a challenging day at work, one of those days where every conversation felt a bit too heavy, and every answer a […]

Mastering the Art of Networking: How to Break the Ice and Start Meaningful Conversations

For some, striking up a conversation with a stranger comes naturally, while for others, it can feel like an overwhelming task. Yet, when it comes to networking, being able to initiate a conversation is the first crucial step toward success. Often, the whole process becomes much easier once you’ve overcome that initial hurdle. Interestingly, few successful icebreakers start with “Hi, […]

Uncovering the Hidden Job Market: How to Tap Into Unadvertised Opportunities

The hidden job market refers to all the jobs that are never publicly advertised. Employers may choose not to advertise for various reasons: they might want to hire discreetly, the position may still be unofficial, or they may simply want to avoid the high costs of job postings. Some employers prefer to fill positions by reconsidering past applicants, using head-hunters, […]

Making Your Interview Stand Out: The Power of Storytelling

In an interview, your primary goal is to distinguish yourself from the other candidates and make a lasting impression. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is through storytelling. Research suggests that stories engage our brains on a deeper level. When we listen to a story, our brain patterns start to align with those of the speaker, making […]

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