Are you a student at the University of Bristol, curious about what you can actually do with an Earth Sciences degree?
Your Future in Earth Sciences is your chance to find out.
This annual event brings together companies, alumni, researchers, and professionals who once sat exactly where you are now. It’s all about helping you discover the huge variety of paths open to Earth Scientists — from geoscience careers you know to ones you’ve never even heard of yet.
What’s happening on the day?
PRE-SESSSION
(6th March. 13:00-14:00. Wills Memorial Building G27 Hook Lab)
A pre-session with the Careers Service will help you prepare, refine your pitch, build confidence, and approach employers with confidence.
This session, designed to be supportive and reassuring (with no role play!), will:
- Give you information about what you can expect at 'Your Future in Earth Sciences'
- Explain what you can do before the event
- Provide conversation starters and questions that you can ask
- Advise you on how to maintain any connections that you make at the event
YOUR FUTURE IN EARTH SCIENCES
(18th March. 13:00-15:00. Wills Memorial Building. Great Hall)
- Panel Discussion
Join a live conversation with Earth Sciences industry guests about the skills employers look for, how the field is changing, and what it’s like to work as an Earth Scientist today. - Industry Stands
Chat with employers and Earth Science graduates working in areas like geoscience, environmental consultancy, natural resources, engineering, sustainability, and more. Ask questions, get advice, and hear what their jobs are really. - Real Career Stories
Most of the visitors studied Earth Sciences themselves. They’ll share how they got from Bristol or other Universities in the UK to where they are now — including the unexpected twists along the way. - Networking
Grab some free food and meet industry representatives, academics, and students from BUGGS and Dinosoc in a relaxed setting.
GET HIRED
(18th March. 12:00-16:00. Bristol Beacon)
If you’re in you are actively looking for immediate job or internship opportunities, don’t miss our follow‑up event: Get Hired at Bristol Beacon. Attend straight after ‘Your future of Earth Sciences’ (15:00-16:00)
Get Hired is the University of Bristol primary spring careers fair and a great opportunity to network with employers of all sizes recruiting for graduate roles, internships, work experience and immediate vacancies across a wide range of sectors. The fair is open to students from all degrees and year groups, with a dedicated space for final-year students and graduates on the lower ground floor offering support with applications, job searching and next steps. There will also be talks running throughout the day, plus the chance to get a free professional LinkedIn headshot taken by a photographer.
Watch out for more details at My Career platform.
Why come along?
Last year’s event was a huge hit — students said it was one of the most helpful ways to learn about life after Earth Sciences. It’s a friendly, open space where you can:
- explore different career options,
- get practical tips from people who’ve been in your shoes,
- and start building connections that could help shape your future.