CPD Opportunities
It is important to constantly look for ways to develop yourself in line with your professional responsibilities and ambitions. This can range from volunteering your time with a sports club or charity, taking on a summer internship or going through professional qualifications. There are also numerous FREE courses put on by sporting and non-sporting organisations that can help boost your knowledge and make you more employable.
Current Opportunities
Edinburgh Nighlight Volunteers
Active Schools Volunteer
Scottish Student Sport have so many opportunities, you can find out more here
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Paralympics GB Kitting Out Volunteering Opportunity
Paralympics GB are looking to recruit volunteers for their Kitting Out event at Oriam on the Heriot Watt campus from the 11th – 19th February 2026.
Volunteers will be supporting the setup of the kit warehouse, stock taking, pick and packing kit packages. Don’t worry, all volunteers will receive training ahead of their shifts and a role specific briefing on the day.
Volunteers will recieve a t-shirt as well as lunch and snacks.
If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions about the role, please contact our Sports Workforce Activator
Careers Service
The University of Edinburgh Careers Service has a wide variety of resources available to students and staff looking to develop themselves or take the next step in their career. The Careers Service can be found at the following locations:
- Central Area: 3rd Floor, Main Library Building, George Square, Edinburgh EH8 9LJ
- King’s Buildings: 1st floor, the Nucleus, Thomas Bayes Road, Edinburgh EH9 3FG (next to the Noreen and Kenneth Murray Library)