Bright Network Social Mobility Matters 2025
Access top career opportunities at Social Mobility Matters ⚒️
Join us this October to gain essential career tools, invaluable insights, and connect with top employers at an event designed to empower you to succeed regardless of your background. See if you're eligible to attend.
Date: Wednesday, 29th October (11:30-17:00)
Location: Virtual
Agenda: panel talks, skills sessions and networking
👋 Employers you'll meet | 🤝 DEI&B and accessibility
*Sponsorship opportunities with participating employers may be limited for attendees without the permanent right to work in the UK.
Why attend
Connect with leading companies who are committed to social mobility
Discover internships and grad roles suited to your career goals
Enhance your CV and learn how to standout as a candidate
Learn about what employers are looking for and ace your applications and interviews
Build a strong professional network
Engage with and pose questions to representatives from all the participating firms
Who can attend
You’re an entry-level candidate currently studying for your first undergraduate bachelor’s degree, or
You’re pursuing a master’s degree while having completed your undergraduate degree less than one year ago, or studying an integrated masters
Identify with an underrepresented group, or received free school meals from the government, attended a state school or you’re the first generation in your family to attend university
You're graduating in 2026, 2027, 2028 (or 2029 if already at university and on a four-year course). However this event is particularly relevant to current first and second year undergraduate students.
You're attending university in the UK
You’re motivated to excel academically and can show your potential through your studies, part-time work, volunteering, online courses and/or other upskilling activities.
Employers joining us
Schedule
29 Oct 2025
Log on and pre-event networking
Welcome and keynote talk with EY
Panel discussion: How to Get Ahead in Your Career: Insights from Senior Leaders
Hear from Baringa, Capgemini, Clifford Chance. EY, KPMG Moore Kingston Smith and RSM
Open networking
Break
Panel discussion: Thriving at University: Career Tips from Grads
Hear from BDO, Civil Service Fast Stream, Deloitte, Haleon, Legal & General
Break
Skills session: Cultivating Confidence with EY
Graduate success story with EY
Wrap up and next steps
Frequently asked questions
All timings on the agenda for Bright Network Social Mobility Matters correspond with Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
If you have any questions about attending Bright Network Social Mobility Matters we have gathered all the most frequently asked questions here.
For information on inclusivity measures at the event, take a look at the Social Mobility Matters Resource Hub.
You can also take a look at our Support Hub for further questions. If you require anything else, please get in touch with our Events Team - [email protected].
To confirm your place at the event, you may be contacted by call or text by the Bright Network team. Please make sure your details are all correct and up-to-date on your profile.
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