Online Career Resources
Access instant practice, feedback and information, on a range of career topics, at any time.
Supporting you
The Careers Service provides access to a range of free online platforms and tools. These are exclusively for our students and graduates.
You can access support with your applications and interviews which use AI technology.
Find information about opportunities, self-employment and support for students with disabilities.
CV and cover letter feedback
CareerSet gives you access to AI-generated feedback on your CV or covering letter.
- CVs are scored on key skills that recruiters look for, focusing on impact, brevity and style.
- You can match your CV with a job description, to help you tailor it to a specific role.
- Covering letters are scored on length, writing style and how well it is tailored to the job description.
CareerSet only provides feedback on PDF documents. CVs must be in a chronological format. You can request content in an accessible format from CareerSet when you log in.
How to access CareerSet
Students
Log into CareerSet with your Newcastle University email address. Receive an authentication link and create an account.
Graduates
Use our Newcastle University graduate voucher code to log in. You can find this in the CV and Covering Letter Pathway and on the graduate homepage of MyCareer.
Video interview practice
We have two platforms to help you prepare for interviews. With each, you will receive AI automated feedback via email.
You can also review your recordings after the interview and reflect on:
- the content of your answers
- your body language and tone of voice
- how you come across on screen (which is useful for video interviews!)
- what did you do well and what could have been improved?
Shortlist.Me
Log in and choose the most relevant interview from the selection available. Pick the Graduate Management Trainee option if none of the options seem relevant.
If you would like extra time in your video interviews, or have any problems accessing Shortlist.Me, please let us know via MyCareer.
How to access Shortlist.Me
Log into MyCareer and click on the Resources tab in the top right hand corner. Select Shortlist.Me and then log in.
Graduates First
Log in and select ‘Video Interviews’ as your assessment package.
Choose either a competency or strengths-based interview. You can leave the ‘industry package’ blank.
You can request additional time (25%) when registering. If you experience any technical problems, contact Graduates First at enquiry@graduatesfirst.com.
How to access Graduates First:
Students
Log in to Newcastle University Graduates First portal with your Newcastle University email address. Get an authentication link and create an account.
Graduates
Contact us for access, stating your full name and email address.
Let us know if you need additional time for the tests, as this may take a few days to set up.
Recruitment test practice
Practice a range of psychometric tests for free with Graduates First.
You'll receive a detailed report immediately after you have completed each test. This will include advice on your strengths, areas for development and how to improve your performance.
They also offer step-by-step guides to over 100 graduate employer's recruitment stages.
Types of test
You can practice the following psychometric tests on the Graduates First website:
- verbal reasoning tests
- numerical reasoning tests
- logical reasoning tests
- situational judgement tests (SJT)
- game-based assessments
- Watson-Glaser critical thinking
- work style personality questionnaire
How to access Graduates First:
Students
Log in to Newcastle University Graduates First portal with your Newcastle University email address. Get an authentication link and create an account.
Graduates
Contact us for access, stating your full name and email address.
Let us know if you need additional time for the tests, as this may take a few days to set up.
UK job platform for international students
Student Circus is an online job search platform dedicated to international students.
Search their platform for graduate job opportunities from employers willing to sponsor the Skilled Worker visa. Employers include KPMG, Deutsche Bank, McKinsey & Company, Land Rover, Siemens and many more.
How to access Student Circus:
Students
To access these vacancies, register with Student Circus using your @ncl email address.
You can also find Student Circus in MyCareer in the Resources tab in the top right hand corner. Select Student Circus - Student Access and then log in.
Graduates
Log into MyCareer and click on the Resources tab in the top right hand corner. Select Student Circus - Graduate Access and then register or log in.
Overseas employment opportunities and advice
Worldwide
GoinGlobal allows you to search for jobs, internships and employers worldwide.
You can use their country profiles for range of in-depth information, including:
- cost of living
- CV and interview guidelines
- networking opportunities
- visa regulations
To fast-track your job search and career exploration, watch quick tutorials on how to use:
- country guides (4:20)
- job search (2:46)
- internship search (3:08)
- employer directory (2:10)
How to access GoinGlobal
Log into MyCareer then click on the Resources tab in the top right hand corner. You'll find GoinGlobal listed under 'other'.
China specific
Lockin China is the largest recruitment platform specialising in supporting students to find employment in China.
Use it to:
- view the latest graduate job and internship opportunities in China
- upload your CV and apply for vacancies
- learn about the Chinese job market and making effective applications
- participate in competitions organised by companies in China
How to access Lockin China
Log into the Lockin China Job Portal
Business start-up guides and information
COBRA can help you find key information relating to your business idea and understand specific aspects of business. Explore their:
- Start-up guides and ideas
- Business support in your area
- Market and sector guides
- Business rules and regulations
How to access Cobra
Log into MyCareer then click on the Resources tab in the top right hand corner.
Salary information
The Pay Index can help you find out:
- what salary you could earn with your degree subject
- how much your pay will be after deductions
- how your salary varies across different roles, industries and locations
How to access the Pay Index
Log into MyCareer then click on the Resources tab in the top right hand corner.
Virtual internships
Forage offers you virtual internships in areas such as:
- Law
- Business
- Finance
- Technology
- Marketing
- Consultancy
- Design
- Engineering
These online programs are built and endorsed by leading companies, such as KPMG, Deloitte, PwC and Unilever.
Each contains a series of resources and tasks designed to simulate the experience of starting a career. They take around 5-6 hours to complete.
You can write about these programmes on your CV as achievements and add them to LinkedIn as certificates. Forage advises not to include them in your main work experience section.
How to access Forage
Go to the Newcastle University Forage site and register for a free account.
EmployAbility
We are proud to have a Next Generation Inclusive University partnership with EmployAbility.
If you have a neurodivergent condition, mental health condition or another disability, EmployAbility can provide you with:
- advice and support about adjustments for recruitment and the workplace
- information about your rights
- support with your application
The EmployAbility team will advocate for you with an employer to;
- ensure you receive the adjustments you need
- take stress and anxiety out of the process
EmployAbility programmes and events
They run programmes and events with inclusive employer partners including:
- first year programmes
- internships
- graduate programmes
- vacation schemes
- training contracts
- employer insight days
- networking events
- skills workshops
How to access EmployAbility
EmployAbility is not an instant-access service.
To access their free support, register or email info@employ-ability.org.uk.
Watch this video to find out more about our partnership with EmployAbillity, and the advice and support available to you.