Applications and interviews

Must-have skills for graduate careers in government

Public service recruiters are on the look-out for graduates with top-notch skills and management potential. We explain why certain abilities are so valuable – and how you can demonstrate them.

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Insider advice: how I applied for a local government graduate scheme

Get some tips from a graduate who’s already been through an application for a council graduate scheme: Katherine Plunkett shares all.

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Insider advice: how I got onto the Civil Service Fast Stream

Hannah Ormerod, a graduate fast streamer in the Department for Work and Pensions, explains how she applied to join the Civil Service and offers some top tips for job-hunting success.

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Insider advice: my tips for a successful Civil Service Fast Stream application

Holly Adams joined the Civil Service Fast Stream as a new graduate. She offers her advice on how to approach each stage of the job application process: from registering online to attending assessment days.

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