Getting into International Development February 9, 2011
Posted by jefffromclapham in international development.trackback
Each year we organize our ‘Getting into International Development’ event. It’s held at the University of London. This year it’s taking place on March 10th – and we’re getting excited about it for a number of reasons.
- Firstly we have some fantastic workshops planned. These are going to be delivered by professionals in the sector – such as RedR, IDL and World Development Movement. They are designed to give you a tangible experience of what it’s like to work in different areas – humanitarian relief, development consultancy, advocacy and campaigning and fundraising.
- Secondly we have panels of speakers to outline the different roles and routes in the sector. Again some top organizations from the sector will be represented. Many of them will be outlining great opportunities they have for entry level applicants. We’re building in plenty of time for our participants to meet speakers more informally.
- Thirdly, the central part of the day will comprise an ngo and education fair where you can meet even more organizations who have opportunities available in different parts from international development sector.
- Finally the whole day will be sandwiched by a keynote presentation from the Global Poverty Project and wrapped up by some practical tips from our friends at Action Against Hunger and World Service Enquiry. In between times we’re going to give you the chance to get your CV checked and get your questions about entry to the sector answered.
We aim to inspire and inform. Get your place booked at www.careers.lon.ac.uk/dev
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looks interesting! where can i find exact timetable?
Thanks, we’re virtually there and its pretty much as sketched out in that post but we will post up a precise timetable either here or at careers.lon.ac.uk/dev by around the 17th February
I’m hoping to study international development in Uni, this september, so would post-graduates or even people who are interested able to attend this event and learn more about the type of work?
Thanks
The event is suitable for undergraduates and postgraduates. The only group of students it might not work for are those who already have significant practical experience in the developing world.
I mean under-graduate not post-graduate.