Graduate Career District Tour

Visit Coventry's growing business district where tech companies, engineering firms, and start-ups are based. Meet employers and HR leads from automotive, aerospace, and software sectors. Your guide explains graduate schemes, internship pathways, and salary expectations. One-to-one CV feedback available after the tour from careers advisers. Best for Final year students and recent graduates. This is a easy activity lasting 2 hours. Group size: 8-25. You meet at Coventry Business Quarter. Key highlights: Direct access to 3+ tech and engineering companies, Meet actual hiring managers and HR professionals, Learn graduate scheme details, salaries, and timelines.

Price: £20

Duration: 2 hours

Difficulty: easy

Group size: 8-25

Minimum age: 20+

Best for: Final year students and recent graduates

Best time: Tuesday to Thursday, 2pm-4pm. September to October best (graduate recruitment season). Avoid August (summer holidays), December (festive closures), and January (post-holiday). April-May good for final-year students.

Meeting point: Coventry Business Quarter

Languages: English

Here is how the experience unfolds:

14:00 Gather at Coventry Business Quarter entrance - Briefing on companies based in the district, graduate scheme timelines, and interview tips.

14:15 Tour tech company offices and engineering hubs - Walk through 3-4 office buildings housing automotive software, aerospace, and manufacturing tech companies.

14:50 Meet employers and HR representatives - Informal chat with hiring managers about graduate schemes, entry salaries, and day-to-day work.

15:20 Visit start-up incubators and innovation hubs - See early-stage companies, learn about founder paths, and networking opportunities in emerging tech.

15:45 Discuss recruitment timelines and application processes - Q&A on CV requirements, assessment centres, and when to apply for graduate programmes.

16:00 Wrap-up and networking event invites - Collect invitations to upcoming careers fairs, networking drinks, and employer events.

The whole experience takes 2 hours. Difficulty: easy. You meet at Coventry Business Quarter.

• Direct access to 3+ tech and engineering companies
• Meet actual hiring managers and HR professionals
• Learn graduate scheme details, salaries, and timelines
• Tour start-up incubators and innovation spaces
• Receive invites to exclusive networking events
• Optional one-to-one CV feedback session
• Accessibility: Business Quarter mostly flat with some internal stairs. Most buildings have lifts and accessible parking. Accessible toilet facilities in all visited locations. Request mobility support or wheelchair access when booking.

What is included: 2-hour guided career district tour, Access to company offices and meeting spaces, Conversations with HR and hiring staff, Networking event invitations (£15-30 value), Graduate scheme information packs, Optional 30-min CV feedback session (additional £15).

Not included: Formal job interviews or assessments, Lunch or refreshments (water provided), Professional clothing or interview suits, CV feedback session (optional add-on). You will need to arrange these yourself.

What to bring: Smart casual or business casual outfit, Updated CV (printed copies recommended), Notebook and pen for notes, Business cards if available, Laptop or tablet for checking company websites, Comfortable but professional shoes. Having these with you makes the experience smoother.

Best time to go: Tuesday to Thursday, 2pm-4pm. September to October best (graduate recruitment season). Avoid August (summer holidays), December (festive closures), and January (post-holiday). April-May good for final-year students..

Tip: Includes networking event invites

Tip: CV advice session available

Accessibility: Business Quarter mostly flat with some internal stairs. Most buildings have lifts and accessible parking. Accessible toilet facilities in all visited locations. Request mobility support or wheelchair access when booking..

Operator: Coventry Careers Network

After this activity, these are within easy reach:

• War Memorial Park (8 min walk)
• Canal Basin & Outer Areas (5 min walk)
• Coventry Transport Museum (12 min walk)

This activity is run by Coventry Careers Network.

Cancellation policy: Free cancellation 7 days before. £10 fee for cancellation 3-7 days before. Non-refundable within 72 hours..

Accessibility: Business Quarter mostly flat with some internal stairs. Most buildings have lifts and accessible parking. Accessible toilet facilities in all visited locations. Request mobility support or wheelchair access when booking..

Best time to go: Tuesday to Thursday, 2pm-4pm. September to October best (graduate recruitment season). Avoid August (summer holidays), December (festive closures), and January (post-holiday). April-May good for final-year students..

What companies are based in Coventry's Business Quarter?

Major employers include Capgemini (software), Jaguar Land Rover (automotive), Rolls-Royce (aerospace), and smaller tech start-ups in AI and renewables. The district has grown 40% in the past five years. Specific companies on each tour vary, but you'll meet 3-4 major employers.

What are typical graduate scheme salaries in Coventry?

Graduate schemes typically start at £24,000-£30,000 for engineering and tech roles. Automotive and aerospace offer £26,000-£32,000. London salaries are 10-15% higher. Your tour guide discusses salary progression, benefits, and relocation support.

When should final-year students apply for graduate schemes?

Most schemes open September to November for September/July start dates. Apply 12-15 months before your intended start date. Some early-bird schemes open in summer. The tour covers timelines and how to track application deadlines for each company.