Events

King Ed’s Careers Events

Each year, King Ed’s Careers host a number of cross-college events designed to better support each student’s exploration into their next steps.

The Careers Team at King Ed’s provide a wealth of support and information to students via online careers events as well as in-person talks/events. See below for more information.

Upcoming Events:

Autumn Term

• Apprenticeship Application & Assessment Support-  CV & Application Workshop: Wed 4th Nov 12.45pm-1.30pm in the Lecture Theatre.
  Applying for an Apprenticeship? Join an Early Careers Recruitment specialist from Higgs LLP to learn how to create a standout CV, strengthen your applications, and get insider tips on what employers are looking for. A great opportunity to boost your chances of success! Find more info here.
• An Intro to Medicine and the Application Process with University of Birmingham: Mon 9th Nov 12.45pm-1.30pm in the Lecture Theatre.
  Learn about the Medicine application process, including entry requirements, selection criteria, and what universities look for in applicants. You’ll also hear directly from staff and student ambassadors from the University of Birmingham Medical School about studying Medicine, student life, and future career opportunities. Find more info here.
• Apprenticeship Application & Assessment Support-  Assessment Centre & Interview Workshop: Wed 18th Nov 12.45pm-1.30pm in the Lecture Theatre.
  Preparing for Interviews & Assessment Centres? Join a recruitment specialist from Higgs LLP to get expert tips on assessment centres, interview success, and what employers look for when hiring apprentices and college leavers. Find more info here.
• Careers In Law & Politics: Insights From Industry Professionals With Gowling & Governor Jules Singh: Thurs 19th Nov 6pm-7pm, Online – MS Teams.
  Students are invited to join former students Georgina Houghton (Gowling WLG) and Jules Singh, Communications Manager for a local MP and College Governor, to explore careers in law and politics and gain insights into their career journeys. Find out more info here!
• Industry & Alumni Insights: Engineering & Technology Careers With BAE & Aston University: Tues 1st Dec 6pm-7pm, Online – MS Teams.
  Interested in Engineering or Technology? Join Aston University and former student Sam Freeman (BAE Degree Apprentice) to explore engineering careers, university and apprenticeship routes, and opportunities in the STEM sector. Find out more here!
• Additionally, we are holding regular Careers Advice and Guidance drop-in sessions in the Careers Hub. Please take a look here at the dates and details! 

Take a look here at the full programme of talks and events for 2026-27

You can also view recordings from our previous careers events here or on our Careers YouTube channel!

You can also see an overview of support on offer to both year 12 and 13 student on our KE Careers Programme webpage.

Support the College

King Ed’s is always seeking delegates who are willing to represent their vocation, industry or company either as part of college events or on a more bespoke individual basis. If you would consider supporting the college, either by inputting into an event as a delegate, or delivering talks to our students, please contact the careers team, we’d welcome your support. Please email careers@kedst.ac.uk to register your interest.