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5 Pieces of National Careers Week Advice from a Deloitte Partner

Navigating the early stages of your career can be daunting, filled with choices that shape your future. In celebration of National Careers Week, we spoke with a Deloitte Partner who has built a remarkable career from a non-traditional entry point. His journey provides a wealth of insights applicable to anyone seeking to build a fulfilling and successful professional life. Here are five key pieces of advice gleaned from their experiences, designed to help you make informed decisions and thrive in your career.

By Caitlyn Foster – 2nd July 2024

Embracing Freshers, Fancy Towels and a Lot of Stress Relief: The Zero Gravity Scholarship

Caitlyn, one of our Zero Gravity Scholars, breaks down her experience of the Zero Gravity Scholarship - from taking a weight of…

By Evie Croll – 2nd July 2024

Personal Statements, Pastimes and Practice Papers: A Survival Guide to Year 13

The wonderful Evie Croll has written us a fantastic blog about not just surviving Year 13 - but smashing it.

By Niamh Boyle – 19th June 2024

Why Apply: Using The Zero Gravity Scholarship at Durham University

Niamh, one of our OG members, speaks to us about the Zero Gravity Scholarship. She walks us through the hidden costs of attending…

By Kim Stoute-Purvis – 18th June 2024

Imposter Syndrome: The Silent Epidemic of Embracing Change

Our legendary CMO Kim Stoute-Purvis (Captain of our Brand Team ship) walks us through her 20 year career in the field. With…

By Frankie Gilham – 18th June 2024

We Made It: Graduating Durham

Frankie Gilham, one of our incredible Durham Campus Ambassadors, takes us through her final moments ever at Durham University. On…

By Ameya Ahuja – 3rd June 2024

Why top STEM students should be considering careers in Motorsport

Why should top STEM students consider careers in Formula 1? And how do they get into it? Ameya Ahuja, a Hydraulic Design Engineer…

By Ana De Sousa – 28th May 2024

How to Collect and Organise Extra Academic Activities for Your Personal Statement in Year 12

One of our legendary school members Ana has pulled together THE guide for anyone Googling "how to put extracurriculars in…

By Trish Sturgess – 16th May 2024

Ricardo x Zero Gravity: Sustainable Futures

We reached out to the exceedingly lovely Trish Sturgess at Ricardo to ask her to write about the Zero Gravity x Ricardo…

By Ziyad Ibrahim – 16th April 2024

Beam x Zero Gravity: A game-changing partnership

Ziyad Ibrahim from Beam write about the Beam x Zero Gravity partnership, reflecting on his own personal journey and what the…

By Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix – 3rd April 2024

Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix powers 146 STEM scholars through university via Zero Gravity’s scholarship programme

Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix writes on how they are powering 146 STEM scholars through university via Zero Gravity’s scholarship…

By Tom Cockbain – 26th March 2024

From Bedroom Startup to B-Corp Certified

Tom Cockbain, Zero Gravity’s Brand Engagement Manager, talks through Zero Gravity’s journey from bedroom startup to a B Corp…

By Niamh Boyle – 15th March 2024

Durham Confessionals

What is it actually like studying at Durham University? What is the best night out for Durham students? Where should Durham…