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Careers events

The Department works closely with LSE Careers to give you opportunities to explore your professional development.

Join dedicated IR Careers Consultant Aysha Abdul-Khader for regular careers events to hear more about career planning, your options, and how you can make the most of your time at LSE. Please note that booking in advance is essential.

LSE Careers and International Relations

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    Aysha Abdul-Khader
    International Relations careers consultant

    a.s.abdul-khader@lse.ac.uk

    Feel free to contact via email or book an appointment via CareerHub

    Winter Term appointment times:

    Every Tuesday and Thursday 2.00pm-5.00pm (online or on campus)

    Ringfenced IR slots online in Weeks 2-3 on Mondays from 10:30-12pm and W4 from 1:30-3pm

    Also dedicated online appointments for students who are applying for the EU Commission Blue Book in Weeks 5-8 from 2.45pm-4.30pm on Fridays (these will be run alongside the consultant from the European Institute so there will be availability on other days)

    Book through CareerHub.

Winter Term 2026

All sessions will be conducted by Aysha Abdul-Khader and available to book via CareerHub. Bookings information will be shared with you approximately two weeks before each event.

Working in Think Tanks and Policy - IR alumnus panel and speed networking event
Tuesday 17 February 2026, 6.00pm-7.30pm
Room: tbc
Join us to hear from IR alumni now working in Think Tanks or Policy roles. Hear about their careers to date, their roles and organisations and top tips for you.

Global Careers Around the World (government and multilateral organisations)
Tuesday 3 March 2026 6.00pm-7.30pm
Room: tbc
An opportunity for International Relations students to learn from and ask questions of IR alumni, experienced in working in government in different countries.

IR Alumni Networking Event
Thursday 12 March 2026 6.00-7.45pm
Room: Shaw Library, Old Building
IR alumni will be available in person, to share their professional insights and answer questions you may have about their careers, their firms and their sectors. An opportunity for International Relations students to network in a relaxed environment, with London based IR alumni.