For students
Although many students have a general idea of the industries they like, only 64% of students know what specific career path they want to pursue upon graduation.1 This leaves a large proportion of students entering the job market without a clear understanding of which roles, organisations or career routes are right for them.
To help bridge this gap, we’re hosting our FirstMedCommsJob event at the prestigious Whitworth Hall, University of Manchester on 30th October 2026!
This event brings many of the leading MedComms employers together, to help you understand how different agencies operate, what early-careers roles involve, what companies look for when hiring new talent, and most importantly, the future opportunities within these companies!
What is in it for you?
- Learn about upcoming opportunities within some of the most influential MedComms Companies
- Gain advice about job applications, day-to-day responsibilities, and key skills in MedComms.
- Build valuable connections with peers and professionals across the MedComms industry.
If you are an aspiring MedComms professional, get your ticket here!
For Companies
Recruiting early-career talent has become an expensive, time-consuming process. It is estimated that the average cost to recruit an employee in the UK is £6,125.2 When relying heavily on traditional job board advertising, much of that budget goes towards sifting through hundreds of applications from those who are applying for any available role, rather than taking a targeted interest in MedComms.
By getting involved and bringing your company face-to-face with students and graduates at FirstMedCommsJobs, you obtain an amazing opportunity to meet potential applicants who are genuinely interested in a career in MedComms. You can identify the next top talent without the wasted time and advertising costs!
What is in it for you?
- Complimentary job advertisement credits on MedComms.Jobs; a job board specifically for roles in MedComms.
- Brand exposure to a large audience of students and graduates, and well-known MedComms companies.
- Tap into a new generation of ambitious graduates ready to bring innovative perspectives, fresh energy, and strong skillsets to your teams.
- Stand out by giving prospective MedComms professionals an exclusive look at your work environment, values, and progression pathways.
- Gain an insight of what will define strong employer branding in MedComms for the next generation of MedComms professionals.
Contact us here to find out more about exhibiting at FirstMedCommsJobs!
References
1. Quinlan, K. M., Corbin, J., Gentry, N. W., & Cameron, L. (2021, February 1). How and why do students’ career interests change? Luminate. https://luminate.prospects.ac.uk/how-and-why-do-students-career-interests-change
2. Clarke, G. (2026, February 20). What are the costs of recruiting in 2026? Youth Employment UK. https://www.youthemployment.org.uk/what-are-the-costs-of-recruiting-in-2026/