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Explore all graduate advice and guidance on targetjobs

On targetjobs you'll find graduate careers advice on a huge range of topics – and we're adding more all the time. Compare career options with information on what to expect from working life in different sectors, then learn how you can develop your skills, gain work experience and succeed in applications and interviews. If you're not sure what you'd like to do, don't panic: we're here to help you take those first steps into making career decisions. We also have articles on how to make the most of uni life, organise your job hunt, juggle job offers and more. Whether you're in your first year of university or have already graduated, our career advice for students and graduates will set you on the right path.
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The 2025 Law Trainee Salary Battle: A Guide to What You'll Earn at Magic Circle, US, and City Firms

Salaries

If you’re a law student approaching the point of applying for training contracts or qualifying as a solicitor, there’s no escaping one question on everyone’s mind: how much will I earn?

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4 vs 6 vs 8 Seats: Navigating Your Training Contract Rotations in 2025

Working life

If you’ve started looking into training contracts, the final hurdle towards becoming a qualified solicitor, you’ve probably seen the word “seat” thrown around constantly. But what does it mean, and why does it matter?

Law
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Discover hidden internships: the art of speculative applications

Internships and placements

Here is how to find work experience and internship vacancies that aren't advertised and how to apply for them. We even include an example email for a speculative work experience covering letter.

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ASMPT - Our Stance on AI

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Everything you need to know about a graduate job in Audit at PwC

Choosing an employer

Student Recruitment Officer Bethany Allen answers your top 12 questions about Audit careers at PwC.

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Data analyst: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Data analysts collect, organise and interpret statistical information to help colleagues and clients use it make decisions.

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The graduate’s guide to creating the perfect LinkedIn profile

Careers advice and planning

Building a strong LinkedIn profile page is the first step towards using the online network to find job opportunities (or be found for jobs) and to grow your professional network. We guide you through what you need to include and how you should approach each section.

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Corporate finance: graduate area of work

Job descriptions and industry overviews

When businesses are in the process of change they need graduates with initiative to advise and add value through buying and selling.

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Accounting & finance
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How to get into finance as a graduate student

Skills and competencies

Navigating the world of finance can feel daunting - especially for students unsure of where to start. Maybe you're interested in investment banking, asset management, fintech, or corporate finance. The opportunities are vast, but so is the competition. With a focused strategy and a head start, you can carve out your place in this competitive industry.

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Accounting & finance
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Public sector accounting: graduate area of work

Job descriptions and industry overviews

While many accounting students are drawn to the allure of the private sector—think investment banks, corporate finance firms, and consultancy giants—the public sector remains an often overlooked yet equally rewarding avenue. Public sector accounting offers stability, professional development, and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to society.

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Accounting & finance
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Working in the US

Working abroad

There are plenty of opportunities for work experience and internships in the US, but non-citizens will find it tough to secure graduate jobs.

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Which law firms will fund your SQE preparation, LPC and PGDL course fees and pay maintenance costs?

Training and progression

Do law firms really pay for the SQE and the other routes to qualify as a solicitor? Yes, many do. We list the top firms offering sponsorship for your postgraduate law studies from 2024 onwards and also point to other sources of funding, including scholarships and loans.

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