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Discover – What can I do with my degree?

Psychology graduates have a variety of careers available to them, including Chartered Psychology pathways through to careers in health, education, human resources, and research to name but a few. Remember, you can also explore careers that don’t directly relate to your degree. Did you know that over 80% of graduate employers will recruit from any degree discipline?

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Develop – Developing skills and experience

If you already have some career ideas, the next step will be to develop your skills and gain some experience to build your confidence and increase your knowledge. You may want to consider volunteering, part-time work or undertaking a placement to increase your chances of gaining graduate employment after completing your degree. It’s also a great way to try-out career paths to see what you enjoy and if it’s a good fit for you.

Compete – Getting ready to apply for work or postgraduate study

When you know what you want to do and you’re ready to apply, we have all the tools, tips and advice right here. You can also use this information to help you if you’re at an earlier stage of your career thinking and are applying for part-time work or work placements.

Complete this short online learning module to find out where to search online and get faster and more relevant job search results. Then search and apply for all opportunities on our vacancy portal or for placements on InPlace

Your go-to guide, including examples and templates to get you started.

Get ahead of the competition by reading our top tips, or practising online or in-person

Practice using our online tools or book a mock interview with a Careers Adviser.

How to decide if postgraduate study is right for you, what you should consider and how to apply.

Live opportunities

Take a look at the latest part-time jobs, placements, volunteering opportunities and graduate vacancies that may be of interest to Psychology students. Select any of the following opportunities to find out more and apply, or search for other opportunities on our vacancy portal.

  • Closing Date: 21/03/2026Location: England – North West. Bazaar is an eight-week peer support programme that's shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression by blending elements of CBT, mindfulness, and more to control and combat negative thought patterns. Bazaar is always free and without waiting lists, with sessions taking place in-person at […]
  • Closing Date: 25/03/2026Location: England – North West. You will be providing restorative mentoring services for children and young people aged 10 – 16 referred directly from primary and secondary schools in Manchester due to being at risk of being excluded and involved in the criminal justice system. The aim of this role is to reduce youth violence, increase attendance in school and provide the […]
  • Closing Date: 25/03/2026Location: England – North West. Location- Ormskirk Contract type- Freelance Hours- Part Time Shift pattern- Evenings and Weekends Hours per week3- 16+ per week Date posted- 09/02/2026 Closing date- 25/03/2026 The Role: We’re looking for engaging, inspiring Swimming Teachers to join our award-winning team. You’ll deliver fun, safe, and structured swimming lessons that help children build confidence and achieve their potential in the water.  What you’ll do: You’ll bring energy and personality to every class, while maintaining the […]
  • Closing Date: 29/03/2026Location: England – North West.,Hybrid. Why Us?It’s time to join West Lancs as we embark on delivering our new and ambitious Vision and Priorities.  With a focus on environmental sustainability, generating economic prosperity, building inclusive & healthy communities and financial resilience, we are looking for exceptional candidates to help shape […]
  • Closing Date: 06/09/2026Location: England – North West. Do you love a good natter and a friendly atmosphere? We're looking for Bake Box volunteers to help us serve up freshly baked goods and drinks! Nestled within 12 acres of beautiful woodlands, we offer a unique and peaceful place for our community to enjoy a […]
  • Closing Date: 06/09/2026Location: England – North West. Are you friendly, enthusiastic, and love being part of a team? We're looking for Events volunteers to help us with our vital fundraising activities, both at the hospice and in the local community. This is a varied role – you could be chatting with people at […]
  • Closing Date: 31/03/2026Location: England – Greater London.At AlphaSights, our people are our greatest asset and integral to the service we provide. As an Associate on our Talent Acquisition team in London, you will develop innovative strategies to identify and engage world-class talent across key UK & European universities, guide candidates through our […]
  • Closing Date: 31/03/2026Location: England – Greater London.At AlphaSights, our people are our greatest asset and integral to the service we provide. As an Associate on our Talent Acquisition team in London, you will develop innovative strategies to identify and engage world-class talent across key UK & European universities, guide candidates through our […]
  • Closing Date: 30/03/2026Location: England – Greater London.Looking to start your career in a fast-paced commercial role? Seeking to have immediate personal impact with a clear career path ahead of you? If so, our Associate Program is the right choice for you.Working on the Asia International teamWorking on the Asia International team is […]
  • Closing Date: 20/03/2026Location: England – North West.Safeguarding & Wellbeing Team Leader – REF 260390Up to £37,249 p.a.Working Monday to Friday 8:30am – 16:30pmWe offer a competitive benefits package, including up to £5,438 p.a. in employer pension contributionsRunshaw College is one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally and nationally […]
  • Closing Date: 01/04/2026Location: England – North East. About The RoleAt WWT we believe that the best way for people to understand and connect                                to wetlands is to experience them so we bring awe-inspiring nature up close.        […]
  • Closing Date: 27/03/2026Location: England – South West. Start your career in housing, property and social impact.Are you a recent graduate looking to build a meaningful career where you can combine property management with real social purpose?We are offering a Graduate Trainee Housing Officer opportunity within our Home Turf Lettings service. This is […]
  • Closing Date: 25/08/2026Location: England – North West. Location: Sefton including – Aintree, Bootle, Netherton, Maghull, Litherland and other surrounding areas.Salary: £12.60 per hour weekdays and £13.00 per hour weekends Real living wage employerShift patterns: Breakfasts and Lunches / Teas and BedsMileage: 45p per mile allowance includedVacancies for Walkers & DriversCare Assistant BenefitsWorking […]
  • Closing Date: 31/03/2026Location: UK Nationwide. Graduate Science TeacherArk is a charity that aims to transform children’s lives through education. In the UK, the strongest predictor of how a child will do at school continues to be what their parents do for a living – but why should this be the accepted status […]
  • Closing Date: 20/03/2026Location: England – North West. We are on our way to achieving our goal to provide Outstanding support and care to children, families, carers and practitioners across Salford. We are investing in the right social workers to get us there and a vacancy has arisen within our Child In Need and […]
  • Closing Date: 20/03/2026Location: England – North West. We are on our way to achieving our goal to provide Outstanding support and care to children, families, carers and practitioners across Salford. We are investing in the right social workers to get us there and we are expanding our teams within our Duty and Assessment […]
  • Closing Date: 29/08/2026Location: England – North West. Volunteers play a vital role in all aspects of our Ranger Services work.There are many different ways for people to become involved in volunteering for the Ranger Service. We offer a range of formal and informal opportunities tailored to meet the individual needs and availability […]
  • Closing Date: 12/04/2026Location: England – North West. About usThe LSS is made up of 4 teams who work to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in schools and settings across Salford. Each of these teams is made up of dedicated teachers and teaching assistants who have both experience and […]
  • Closing Date: 24/08/2026Location: England – North West. Independent Visitors support and befriend young people in care; take the opportunity to become a positive influence in a child’s life. Our Volunteer Independent Visitor role is available in St Helens, Liverpool and Manchester. Candidates must be able to commit to 3-4 hours per month.Purpose of […]
  • Closing Date: 30/04/2026Location: England – Greater London.Looking to start your career in a fast-paced commercial role? Seeking to have immediate personal impact with a clear career path ahead of you? If so, our Associate Program is the right choice for you.Springboard your career with us if:You thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.You […]

Career related events

Take a look at the latest events available to support your career development. Click any of the events below to be taken directly to the event search page. These are advertised to all students and are not subject specific. Please see details of each individual event for any joining criteria or instructions.