Category Archives: Theology

Lydia, Environment, Conservation and Management

Environment and Natural Resources, Theology

Lydia, Theology student, applied to the Career Mentor Scheme to build relationships, gain insight into her desired industry and received advice about job interviews. Through the scheme, Lydia was matched with an Exeter Alumna who is now a Director and Advisor with several charitable and professional environmental bodies. This mentor also red BSc Biology and Geography and MSc Conservation.

“Really helpful transferable skills”

Lydia achieved all of her objectives including improved cover letter writing skills, improved personal development skills and increased knowledge of finding internships and work experience in this sector.

Lydia shared her experience:

What were your highlights of the scheme?

Arranging to meet my mentor successfully.

What did you find most useful from the mentoring experience?

Reassurance that my CV was up to scratch and impressive, and that my covering letter was written well.

What message would you give to a student thinking of applying for the Career Mentor Scheme?

Think carefully about the career you want to go into and choose a mentor accordingly. I decided, having had my mentor, that I didn’t want to go into that profession. I still learnt useful things about my CV and covering letter though, which are really helpful transferable skills.

Benjamin, Human Resources, Recruitment and Training

Human Resources Recruitment and Training, Theology

Benjamin, Theology student, applied to the Career Mentor Scheme to learn more about the Human Resources profession and hear about individual career experiences. Through the scheme, Benjamin was matched with a Senior HR Manager for De Beers. His main responsibilities include leading the HR team in the downstream sector of the business to support three businesses in 14 countries with qualifications including a BA in Archaeology and an MBA.

“I have received fantastic support from my mentor”

Benjamin achieved all of his objectives including being offered a graduate job, widened his contacts, and increased his knowledge of effective interview techniques in this sector.

Benjamin shared his experience:

What were your highlights of the scheme?

It was great to receive advice and support from a senior person in HR

What did you find most useful from the mentoring experience?

I will meet my mentor next week and I think this will be a great opportunity to discuss my next career step.

What message would you give to a student thinking of applying for the Career Mentor Scheme?

Definitely apply. It is a great opportunity to receive advice and support from someone working in a job that interests you. I have received fantastic support from my mentor, which has helped me to think about the career path I would like to pursue.