Graduate careers in Carlisle

Nicknamed the ‘border city’ because of its close proximity to Scotland, Carlisle is the main cultural, industrial and commercial centre of north Cumbria.

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In a plan to secure its economic future, Carlisle’s council aims to increase the city’s population considerably over the next 20 years. The public sector is a major employment sector in Carlisle, with the city council and university attracting graduates seeking roles in education and administration.

Positions may also be available in knowledge-based industries: the Sellafield Nuclear Power Plant in nearby Seascale runs graduate training schemes in various areas including design, plant engineering, manufacturing and IT support.

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Postgraduate study in and around Carlisle

A young institution, the University of Cumbria was formed in 2007 and encompasses St Martin’s College and Cumbria Institute of the Arts. There are two main faculties: education, arts and business; and health and science. Well regarded postgraduate courses include education, agriculture, and art and design.

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Ten local graduate employers in Carlisle

Carlisle City Council, Carlisle (Public sector)
Cavaghan & Gray, Carlisle (Manufacturing; Sales; HR)
Stobart Group plc, Carlisle (Transport; Logistics)
Carrs Milling Industries plc, Carlisle (Agriculture; Engineering)
Edwin Thompson Chartered Surveyors, Carlisle (Surveying; Engineering)
University of Cumbria, Carlisle (Education)
H & H Insurance, Carlisle (Financial services)
Sellafield Ltd, Seascale (Engineering; Manufacturing)
Cumberland Building Society, Carlisle (Finance)
Cumbria Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Carlisle (Public sector; Healthcare; HR)

(Note: these companies may not be currently recruiting. Their names have been provided as a guideline to the type of work available and what areas to look in.)

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Moving to Carlisle

It’s on the map for…

Its beautiful castle and cathedral…
Being historically used as a base to defend the north of England from Scotland
Being within easy reach of the Lake District

It’s within commuting distance of…

Dumfries – 36 miles
Kendal – 47 miles
Seascale – 52 miles

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