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Public relations (PR) officer: job description
Public relations officers use a wide range of media to build and sustain a positive public image for brands and other clients.
The graduate’s guide to creating the perfect LinkedIn profile
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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‘Why Bank of America?’ How graduates and students should answer this question
The US-based bank likes to ask applicants ‘Why Bank of America?’ or a variation of this key motivational question; such as ‘Why do you want to work for Bank of America and this specific division?’. Read on for tips on crafting your response.
Psychometric tests: what they are and why graduates need to know about them
Psychometric tests are a staple of the graduate recruitment process. This guide contains the keys to passing them along with links to free practice tests and resources.
Sales executive: job description
Sales executives promote products and services to clients and negotiate contracts with the aim of maximising profits.
How to answer common internship interview questions
Practising these common internship interview questions will prepare you to express why you want the placement and how you’re a good fit for the team and organisation.
'Give us an example of a time when you faced an ethical dilemma.' Tricky graduate interview question
When you're asked in a graduate job interview to discuss an ethical dilemma you've faced, you need to show both your integrity and your approach to analysing and resolving problems.
How to answer competency-based interview questions
Find out what a competency-based interview is and prepare with our example competency-based interview questions and answers.
When do graduate scheme applications open and when is the best time to apply?
Find out when graduate job deadlines are, plus when to apply to be in with the best chance of getting a place on a graduate scheme starting in the autumn after you finish your degree.
Personal assistant: job description
Personal assistants typically support managers and executives by undertaking administrative tasks. Find out about personal assistant skills, duties and more.
What are the top 10 skills that'll get you a job when you graduate?
Have you got the key skills graduate employers look for? You'll need to give examples of these essential competencies in your job applications and interviews to impress recruiters and get hired.
'Give an example of a time when you showed initiative.' Tricky graduate interview question
When employers ask you about using your initiative, what are they really trying to find out… and how do you begin to answer such a broad question? Our example answers will put you on the right track.
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