Connecting forward-looking organisations with talented students and graduates

Our work with employers helps us equip our students to become universal, work-ready, successful graduates. It informs our teaching and learning to align with industry needs.

Our long-established links with business date back to 1900, when Paisley Technical School was officially opened to meet the needs of industry in the west of Scotland. Today, with over 20,000 students, comprised from over 130 different nationalities, UWS has a stream of fresh talent that can help to boost your business, give your organisation valuable extra capacity, a fresh perspective and new ideas. 

We can help you to:

  • Find a graduate recruit, student placement, or intern with the specialist skills you need
  • Advertise your vacancies (free of charge if advertising to UWS students only, and a small charge to advertise to other Scottish universities)
  • Raise your organisation's profile by participating in on campus and virtual workshops and events
  • Develop your skills by becoming an   employer mentor and transfer your knowledge and expertise
  • Influence curriculum development by providing insights into recruitment, knowledge, skills and trends in the sector
  • Develop your understanding of our student demographics, graduate labour market and graduate recruitment information

ADVERTISE YOUR VACANCIES

Reach students and graduates directly through our online vacancy site. This service is free of charge, you can advertise the following:

  • Graduate vacancies and traineeships
  • Internships and work placements
  • Part-time, temporary and seasonal jobs
  • Volunteering opportunities

Read our Terms of Use to find out how to register and use the platform – it takes just a few minutes.

Registering for the service takes just a few minutes.

Register

RAISE YOUR ORGANISATION'S PROFILE

We’re happy to help you raise the profile of your organisation with our students. You can:

  • Introduce your organisation through an on-campus or virtual presentation
  • Deliver workshops on employability topics
  • Have an employer stand to promote opportunities at busy times
  • Participate in careers fairs and industry events (as below)
    • UWS Part-Time Jobs Fair (26 September 2024, Paisley Campus)
    • UWS Energy, Engineering and Technology Fair (9 October 2024, Paisley Campus)
    • UWS Careers in Public Services and The Third Sector (28 January 2024, Paisley Campus)

Become a mentor

Our employer mentoring programme is an opportunity for you to share your skills and expertise with a student. You’ll help them improve their confidence and employability skills, while adding to your own CV.


Getting involved in employer mentoring:

  • Helps build employee morale, motivation and job satisfaction
  • Supports your professional development
  • Increases the exposure of your organisation
  • Allows alumni of the University to give something back

For more information about becoming a mentor, contact employermentoring@uws.ac.uk

Engage in the cirriculum

Employability is the foundation of our teaching. We ensure employer views and requirements are embedded in UWS course design and delivery, so you can be sure our students are equipped for today’s workplace.

Employers and alumni provide valuable insights into career options, knowledge, skills and current trends/challenges across their sector, while enhancing students’ professional networks. 

Participate in:

  • Industry Advisory Boards and Employer Forums to inform on industry updates and trends in related industries
  • Work related projects and placements integrated in the curriculum
  • Industry challenges and case studies supporting real-world learning
  • Guest lectures on sector insights and sharing your career journey
  • Discuss your own ideas for connecting with our students and graduates

 

Get in touch

To book a place at one of our Careers Fairs, or to find out more about any of the above ways to engage with our students, please contact careers@uws.ac.uk 

Last updated: 15/05/2024