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Make it Happen is an exclusive opportunity to hear how inspiring Sussex alumni got into their industries, their tips for job hunting and things to consider when you leave university, and how you could do the same.

Taking place in March 2026, Make it Happen features panel events with Sussex graduates now working in different sectors, sharing their tips for job hunting and thinking about what to do after university.

About the Careers in Government and Public Services event

We're inviting Sussex alumni back to campus to meet you, sharing how they built their career and specific tips for breaking into a sector. Come along to hear their stories, get fantastic insights and inspiration, and perhaps make a few contacts!

Event format

• Taking place on-campus at the Chowen Lecture Theatre, a panel of Sussex alumni speakers will offer you advice, information and encouragement for breaking into the field of Careers in Government and Public Services. 
• After the panel talks there will be a Q&A session.
• This will be followed by a casual networking session, where you will get the chance to meet with the speakers and find out how you can stay connected with the Sussex network after university.

Speakers include:

• George Koutsoumanis (MSc Development Economics 2019) Economic Advisor at the Department for Business and Trade
• Georgina Kenton (BSc Accounting and Finance 2020) MHSLG Desk Officer at the Cabinet Office
• Sofia Papatheofilou (MSc Human Resources Management 2025) Medical HR Advisor at the NHS
• Patrick Raaj Felix (MSc Sustainable Finance and Accounting 2025) Habitat Banking Project Officer at Arun District Council

Join us for another Make it Happen event

Make it Happen will help you discover new career sectors or roles that you may not have considered before. It can also help you identify unexpected career paths, highlighting the wide range of options available with your Sussex degree. Why not attend our other Make it Happen panel events to explore other options and help you find the best path for your future?

Careers in Development, Charities and Not-for-Profit
Wednesday 4 March 6pm - 8pm

Careers in Business, Finance and Marketing
Thursday 5 March 6pm – 8pm

Careers in Media, Arts and Communications
Thursday 12 March 6pm – 8pm

Open to: All students

Please book your place to attend this event.

Attending this event will help you gain points towards your Spirit of Sussex Award.

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