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UK Public Service

Location: United States

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Discover the endless opportunities to give back and make a real difference in your local community

Transform Society is passionate about “inspiring a generation towards public service” and this experience will start you on that journey of discovery. You will be identifying your strengths, gaining a deeper understanding of the UK public service landscape, and working out which job areas are right for you. Furthermore, you will be able to identify the next steps you need to take to work towards building a career in public service in the UK.

Transform Society exists to increase the number and diversity of students entering front-line public-service roles; to demystify the pathways to impactful public service roles; and, to amplify their ability to impact the individuals and communities they serve. Our aim is that these experienced professionals will go on to become leaders in public service, delivering systemic change and realising our ultimate goal of a fairer society.

This program is self-paced. It takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete.

Skills Learned:

  • Exploring your strengths and understanding the UK Public Service
    Identify your strengths, gain a deeper understanding of the UK public service landscape, and work out which job areas are right for you.

    • Research
    • Critical Thinking
    • Self-Reflection
    • Self-Awareness
  • Developing your personalised action plan
    Identify the next steps you need to take to work towards building a career in public service in the UK.

    • Creativity
    • Research
    • Strategic Thinking Skills
  • Finish Line

Experience Information

Sponsor
Transform Society
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Contact & Location

Phone
309-794-7339
Email
careerdevelopment@augustana.edu
Address

Olin Center
639 38th Street
Rock Island, IL 61201

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Office is Open Drop-Ins (When Classes Are In Session)
M Monday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
T Tuesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
W Wednesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
TH Thursday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
F Friday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

Drop-in topics include:

  • Resume & Cover Letter Review
  • Resume & Cover Letter Writing
  • Viking Score Overview
  • LinkedIn Headshot Photo
  • Career Resources Overview

Meet the Team

Laura Kestner-Ricketts Meet Laura
Lisa Slater Meet Lisa
Beth Ford Meet Beth
Bobbie Tidball Meet Roberta
Keri Bass Meet Keri
Sumita Amrik Meet Sumita
Claire Brakel Packer Meet Claire
Erika Mikita Meet Erika
Augustana College
309-794-7339
careerdevelopment@augustana.edu

Olin Center
639 38th Street
Rock Island, IL 61201

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