Welcome to Imperial 2025-26: Your year to shine!

Kickstart your career at the UK’s #1 University for Graduate Employment.

As the new academic year begins, we’re thrilled to welcome all new and returning students to Imperial College London. Whether you're just starting your journey or preparing for life after graduation, the Careers Service is here to support you every step of the way.

Imperial named University of the Year for Graduate Employment

We’re incredibly proud to announce that Imperial has been voted University of the Year 2026 for Graduate Employment by The Times and Sunday Times. This prestigious recognition reflects the strength of our employer partnerships, the calibre of our students, and the comprehensive support we offer to help you succeed professionally.

Hit the ground running this autumn

To kick off the year, we’re hosting five major careers fairs throughout October, giving you the chance to meet top employers, explore career paths, and build your professional network.

Make the most of these events, and everything JobsLive has to offer, by setting up your profile and preferences. Tailoring your account helps us match you with opportunities, events, and resources that suit your interests and career goals. It only takes a few minutes and ensures you’re getting the most relevant support and updates.

Here’s what’s coming up:

• Finance and Banking Careers Fair – Thursday 2 October, 10.30–15.00, Queen's Tower Rooms. Booking essential via JobsLive from Monday 29 September.
• Engineering and Technology Careers Fair – Thursday 9 October, 10.30–15.00, Marquee in Prince's Gardens.
• Consulting Careers Fair – Thursday 16 October | 17.30–20.00 | Queen's Tower Rooms. Booking essential via JobsLive from Monday 29 September.
• Autumn Careers Fair – Thursday 23 October, 17.00–19.30, Queen's Tower Rooms.
• Life and Health Sciences Event – Monday 27 October | 17.00–20.00 | Queen's Tower Rooms. Booking essential via JobsLive from Monday 6 October.

Careers support all year round

Beyond the fairs, the Careers Service offers:

• One-to-one career appointments;
• CV and application reviews;
• Interview preparation;
• Seminars and workshops;
• Access to JobsLive, your portal for job listings, events, and bookings.

We’re excited to support you in making the most of your time at Imperial and preparing for a successful future. Have any questions? Please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Here’s to a fantastic year ahead!