STUDENT VISAS, JOBS, AND VOLUNTEERING.
Working in the UK.
Visa Rules & Jobs
International students can generally work in the UK with a student visa. Allowed: 20 hours per week during term-time and full-time during holidays.
Where to find part-time jobs?
Studentjob.co.uk
Savethestudent.org
Youthemployment.org.uk
People.mcdonalds.co.uk
Pret.co.uk
Volunteering & Internships
Crucial for personal and professional growth. Develops leadership, teamwork, and enhances your CV.
CharityJob.co.uk
Oxfam.org.uk
ReachVolunteering.org.uk
RedCross.org.uk
NationalTrust.org.uk
BrightNetwork.co.uk
KEEP TRAINING AND CONNECT WITH THE COTE D'IVOIRE PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT
Alumni Network & Training.
Training Platforms
- FutureLearn
- Coursera
- Microsoft EMBRACE
- IBM Training
Target Companies in Ivory Coast
Telecom & Banking
Orange CI, MTN, Ecobank, NSIA, Société Générale CI
International Orgs & NGOs
UNDP, World Bank, UN Agencies, WFP, ILO, ADB, IRC, IOM, ICCO, CIFAD, UNHCR
Audit & Consulting
Deloitte, Grant Thornton, EY, PwC, Forvis Mazars, Boks Intl, IAPA, Morison Global
Mining & Industry
Endeavour Mining, Perseus, Montage Gold, Starcore, Fortuna, AIIM, Afry, Meridian
EXPERT ADVICE TO LAND YOUR DREAM JOB.
CV & Interviews.
CV Advice
To create an effective CV, tailor it to each specific job, focusing on relevant skills and achievements with clear, concise language. It should be no more than two pages and include a personal statement, contact info, work experience (reverse chronological), and key skills.
Proofread carefully for spelling and grammar mistakes!
Interview Advice & The STAR Method
What is STAR?
A formula for structuring behavioral interview responses.
- Situation: Explain the context.
- Task: What was your goal/responsibility?
- Action: What did YOU specifically do?
- Result: Quantifiable outcomes & learnings.
Checklist
Before
Research the company, review job description, prepare answers, know your strengths, plan attire.
During
Arrive on time (10 min early), be polite, use positive body language, answer thoughtfully, ask prepared questions.
After
Send a thank-you note within 24 hours.