Public service

The public sector offers all the graduate jobs you could do in the private sector - with the bonus of a feel-good factor. You can choose behind-the-scenes roles in anything from accountancy to web development, or you can be more hands-on. Investigate the sectors below to find out what would suit you.

How do I get a graduate job in the armed forces or emergency services?

Everything you need to know about graduate jobs in the armed forces and emergency services. Whether you want to learn more about working as a firefighter or paramedic, or the attributes you’ll need to succeed in a military career, you can find answers to key questions here. More...

How do I get a graduate job in a charity?

Want to make a difference and get paid for it? The charity and not-for-profit sector is hugely diverse: explore it to find a graduate job that matches your skills and values. More...

How do I get a graduate job in the environment sector?

The environment sector is a growth area for 2009 and 2010, even though graduate opportunities are decreasing elsewhere. There's a wide range of career options for graduates searching for a career in conservation, ecology, biodiversity or sustainability. Find out how to start yours today. More...

How do I get a graduate job in healthcare operations and management?

Everything you need to know about the healthcare sector, including the key employers: the National Health Service (NHS) and private healthcare providers. With information about types of job, career progression, graduate schemes and how to apply, this is the ideal place to start job-hunting for graduate management roles. More...

Career planning is key for medical graduates

Changes in postgraduate medical education have made it even more important for graduates to start early in the career planning process. With less opportunity to change direction once decisions are made, starting to plan for your future career now will improve your chances of finding the job that's just right for you. More...

How do I get a graduate job in nursing, midwifery or the allied health professions?

Everything you need to know about the wide-ranging graduate job opportunities within healthcare. With information on the various roles, salary levels and application advice, this is the ideal place to start job-hunting for graduate careers in nursing, midwifery or the allied health professions. More...

How do I get a graduate job in central or local government?

Everything you need to know about graduate jobs in public service and government. Whether you want to join the Civil Service, work for your local council, be involved in a non-departmental public body or follow a host of other options, this is the ideal place to start your search for graduate schemes and job vacancies. More...

How do I get a graduate job in social work?

Everything you need to know about starting your graduate career in social work - including different areas of work, the qualifications you need and how to apply for your first graduate job. More...

How do I get a graduate job in teaching?

If you want to get a job as a teacher, you need to study an approved course in teacher training. Once you have gained qualified teacher status, there are loads of great opportunities and a variety of graduate teaching career paths to follow. Find out about the different opportunities in teaching, the options for training to become a teacher and how to secure your first teaching post here. More...