Careers and Employability

Page Section

It’s important to consider how your study experience will prepare you for working life after you graduate. Keele University is in the UK Top 15 for graduate employability prospects (Uni Compare 2026), and below are three ways in which the Keele experience will boost your employability.

Placement Opportunities

If you study a Bachelor’s degree, you will have the opportunity to complete a work placement – whatever subject you choose. Some of the organisations previous students have worked with include:

Deloitte
FedEx
IBM
L’Oréal
NHS
Nintendo
Rolls Royce

Careers and Employability Support

The University’s careers service is dedicated to helping you find work opportunities in the form of placements, internships, and graduate jobs. The team can support in the following areas:

Building your CV
Practising mock interviews and aptitude skills
Advice on planning your career
Access to careers fairs
Connecting with an alumni mentor and/or professional careers consultant

You will also find regular pop-up ‘Job Shop’ events taking place on campus, promoting the latest job opportunities.

Employers on Campus

Keele University’s award-winning Science and Innovation Park is home to over 60 businesses, ranging from start-ups to multinationals. These companies contribute millions to the regional economy and are based right on campus – some in the same building as KUIC. This proximity provides invaluable networking opportunities and real industry exposure.

Boost Your Employability

It’s not too early to start thinking about employment after graduation. Explore the support available at Keele University and discover a community of successful alumni with inspiring stories to share.

Boost Your Employability