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University is one of the first stepping stones to a successful career. But sometimes your degree alone isn’t enough to make you stand out from other competitors when going for that top job.
University societies sometimes get overlooked, but joining these clubs can reflect your true character to an employer, illustrate your time management skills and show your ability to be part of a team.
Here are the most career beneficial societies you can join at university…
Debating society
If you have a passion for politics and change, this could be a beneficial society for you to join. Debating societies seem to be popular across many universities within the UK. Society meetings usually occur on a weekly basis and are a chance for members to keep up to date with current affairs.
From an employer’s perspective, having this membership on your CV shows them you’re committed and able to communicate ideas clearly and respectfully. Communication skills are important to every business, increasing your employability potential.
As part of your debating society, you may participate in tournaments around the country, competing with other universities. Doing so will help you build up a long list of connections to potentially use in the future.
You could also consider joining a society that represents the political party you are aligned with. A lot of universities have this type of society and they’re a great way to get to know people who have the same values as you. This is beneficial to an employer because it shows that you’re politically engaged — especially important if you’re pursuing a career in the field — and a mature individual.
UNICEF Society
The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) is another society that’s looking for members across the UK. Put your name down to join this society and use your time at university to do something charitable and support a great cause. Not only will this be a standout society on your CV, but joining will also make you feel like you’re making a big difference in the world.
This society could open up opportunities with the UN if you show your dedication to their cause. It will also allow you to work with like-minded people who have a genuine interest in helping others and forming these relationships could be beneficial in the future.
TEDx Society (Technology, Entertainment and Design)
This will be more beneficial to you personally than to your potential employer. This society hosts regular events with powerful talks across a range of different topics, and it will help start a conversation about what you want from life.
This society will help you get inspired, motivating you to achieve what you want and become successful. This organisation is a big hit on YouTube with millions of views on their videos, so attending an actual TED Talk would be something worth going to.
Sports societies
It’s highly likely that your university will have some sort of sports society, whether it’s sports in general or specific clubs for individual sports. By joining this type of group, it will show employers you care about fitness and health. It will also show you’re committed and determined to achieve great things, and a strong team player.
Course-related society
The main benefit of going to university is learning about a particular subject in-depth. By joining a society that is associated with your course, you’ll show employers that you’re interested in the subject outside of your lectures.
For example, if you’re studying a nursing degree you could join a medical-related society, or if you’re studying film production, you might want to join a cinema society.
If there isn’t a society that’s related to your course, why not set up your own and invite some of your course mates? This will have the added benefit of highlighting your leadership qualities and motivation to employers.
Country-based society
If you’re an international student or on a transfer year, it might be beneficial to join a society that represents your country, something which is becoming increasingly common in universities.
It’s a good place to meet new people who are going through a similar exchange experience as you, which will not only grow your confidence, but your contacts book too.
Find out more about why clubs and societies are beneficial, or start your uni journey.
