Discover Careers (1-3 October 2024)

The details below refer to our 2024 event which has already taken place. Stay tuned for updates on our 2025 event in the coming months.

It’s our biggest event of the year, running over 3 days in McEwan Hall and has something to offer all students, including the chance to:

  • meet over 100 employers
  • discover people, events and resources to help you with your career decisions throughout your studies and after you graduate

So whether you’re looking for part-time work, thinking about how you can build experience, or want to start exploring options or making applications for roles after graduation, you’ll find inspiration within the event.

There’s no preparation needed – our friendly and supportive staff, which includes lots of students just like you, will be on hand to help. There will be a wide range of employers and professional bodies attending each day, and they are all keen to help you have a great experience. 

When: Tuesday 1, Wednesday 2 and Thursday 3 October 2024, 1:00-6:00pm

Where: On-Campus - McEwan Hall, Bristo Square, Edinburgh

During these 3 days the Careers Service is relocating to McEwan Hall  - we hope to meet you there.

Find out more on MyCareerHub (login required)

Feeling anxious about attending Discover Careers? We're here to help.

We understand this kind of event can feel overwhelming or difficult to navigate. We have a dedicated Quiet Zone and staff on hand to help.

If you anticipate needing support to access the event, you can book a slot during our quieter hour between 5 - 6pm each day. Please arrive before 5.30pm to make the most of the event.

Book your Accessible Quiet Hour now (limited spaces available)

The spectrum of different exhibitors at the event really brought home how many potential career paths there are out there, and even if none of those jobs are for you, it is fascinating to get a feel for different workplaces 

Student attendee at 2022 event

I really just wanted to get more information about what's actually out there in the world of work and this event definitely helped me with that

Student attendee at 2022 event

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please be aware that we have been alerted to a scam which is charging students to attend fairs. Please be aware that there is NO COST TO ATTEND this fair or any of our other fairs during the academic year. If you do come across similar scams please alert these to the Careers Service as soon as possible.