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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?

You can also stay up-to-date with your department’s good news and forthcoming events by subscribing to their monthly PsychBites Newsletter.

Career options as a chartered psychologist

Explore the many career paths within the field of psychology.
What else can I do with a psychology degree?

Psychology graduates who want to practise as psychologists will need to go on to further study. However, they also have plenty of other career options.
Explore the career paths of other EHU psychology graduates

Be inspired and build your network
Need help deciding?

View our career discovery tools to begin your career planning journey and plan for your future.

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.

What skills do I need?

Find out more about our graduate attributes and the skills graduate employers look for
How can I develop my skills?

Ways you can develop your skills and enhance your employability offer to future employers
How can I gain experience?

Information about placements, volunteering and work-based learning
Interested in a work placement?

Browse the Careers portal, and complete resource pathways to help develop your knowledge and confidence around securing a work experience opportunity.

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

Online learning pathway – Job SearchingBrowse opportunities on the Careers Portal

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

CV and application adviceReview your CV online using CareerSet

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

Interview advice

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

Practice online interviews and assessments at Graduates FirstBook a mock interview

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

Our top tips and advice

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.

  • HR Assistant – Investment20/20
    Closing Date: 14/08/2026Location: England – Greater London.Company OverviewOur multi-affiliate approach connects you to the independent thinking and focused expertise of more than 15 active managers. Ranked among the world’s largest asset managers, we deliver a diverse range of solutions across asset classes, styles, and vehicles. We’re dedicated to advancing sustainable finance and […]
  • Business Support Officer – Office for National Statistics
    Closing Date: 10/08/2026Location: England – North East.,England – North West.,Wales.,UK Nationwide.Job summaryWe're offering two Business Support opportunities within high-profile areas of the Office for National Statistics. While each role has a different focus, both provide the opportunity to build strong networks, work closely with senior stakeholders, and play a key role in […]
  • Youth Mentor – Bolton Schools – Remedi
    Closing Date: 06/08/2026Location: 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 Bolton due to being at risk of being excluded and involved in the criminal justice system. The aim of this role is to […]
  • Various roles available including supporting group activities, admin work, fundraising and helping at one off events. – Lancashire MIND
    Closing Date: 18/01/2027Location: England – North West.We're an independent charity, based in Chorley and working for the people of Lancashire. Our committed and energetic team of staff, trustees and volunteers are passionate about making a difference to the mental health of people living and working in Lancashire.Roles range from supporting group activities, […]
  • Various roles available throughout the year – The Lancashire Wildlife Trust
    Closing Date: 18/01/2027Location: England – North West.Volunteering is a rewarding experience both physically and mentally, as well as a chance to meet new people, improve your wellbeing and make a positive difference to the wildlife on your doorstep. We value our volunteers and without them we simply couldn't deliver the valuable work we […]
  • Interviewer Manager – Newcastle – Office for National Statistics
    Closing Date: 04/08/2026Location: England – North East.This is an exciting opportunity to join the Office for National Statistics as an Interviewer Manager, leading a team at the heart of data collection across the UK.The Social Survey Field Collection Division is a large and operationally complex area responsible for enabling the Office for […]
  • Knowledge and Information Management (KIM) Assistant – Office for National Statistics
    Closing Date: 04/08/2026Location: Wales.,UK Nationwide.Job summaryThe Office for National Statistics (ONS) is the UK’s largest producer of official statistics, covering a range of key economic, social and demographic topics. These include measuring changes in the value of the UK economy, estimating the size, geographic distribution and characteristics of the population, and providing […]
  • Service Group Owner – Census 2031 Processing – Office for National Statistics
    Closing Date: 04/08/2026Location: Wales.,UK Nationwide.Are you an experienced operational and delivery leader with a passion for data, collaboration and public service? If so, we'd love to hear from you for this exciting Grade 6 Service Group Owner opportunity within the Census 2031 programme.The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is the UK’s largest […]
  • Project Manager – Office for National Statistics
    Closing Date: 10/08/2026Location: Wales.,UK Nationwide.Join us as a Project Manager and lead the successful delivery of high-impact projects that shape the UK’s key economic and social insights.The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is the UK’s largest producer of official statistics, covering a range of key economic, social and demographic topics. These include […]
  • Entry Level Recruitment Consultant – Thomas Young Group
    Closing Date: 13/08/2026Location: UK Nationwide.TYG is hiring Graduate Recruitment Consultants to join our next Recruitment Academy in September 2026.We are looking for ambitious graduates to join a group intake and be an excellent addition to our company culture. You'll start alongside other consultants in the same stage of their career, learning, developing […]
  • Quality Specialist – Office for National Statistics
    Closing Date: 03/08/2026Location: England – North East.,Wales.,UK Nationwide.Location: The locations for this role are Newport, Titchfield (Fareham) & Darlington.Salary: £34,587Working Patterns: All our vacancies are offered as a flexible option of Full time, Part time, Flexible working, Job ShareImportant – For Office for National Statistics (ONS) the requirement for SC clearance is […]
  • Various roles available – Lancashire Volunteer Partnership
    Closing Date: 10/01/2027Location: England – North West.Lancashire Volunteer Partnership (LVP) was established in 2016 between public services who wanted to provide one gateway into public service volunteering.Our aim is to make volunteering for public services rewarding and to provide opportunities for people to make a real difference in their local communities, with […]
  • Student Intern – YMCA St Helens
    Closing Date: 10/09/2026Location: England – North West. Placement Students — for students needing a formal placement; contact via [email protected] Volunteer (Youth Wellbeing) — min 1.5 hrs/week, 12-week 1:1 sessions, 18+, DBS and training requiredVolunteer Youth Worker — min 2 hrs/week, 18+, DBS and training requiredEvents and Fundraising Volunteer — flexible, event by […]

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.

  • HotTopics TechGirl Festival 2026
    25/08/2026Location: Off Campus,Off CampusTechGirl Festival 2026 – The HotTopics TechGirl Festival 2026 is a high-energy event designed to inspire, challenge, and connect the next generation of female leaders in technology.