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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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How to tackle teamwork interview questions and improve your teamworking skills

Skills and competencies

Discover how to show graduate employers that you possess sound teamwork skills with targetjobs’ expert tips for answering teamwork interview questions.

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How to tackle Bank of America interview questions for graduate roles

Interviews and assessment centres

You’ll typically be asked competency-based, technical and motivational questions at a Bank of America interview. Discover our tips on approaching your answers, as well as other potential Bank of America interview questions.

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Expert video interview tips to impress recruiters

Interviews and assessment centres

Whether it’s a live Zoom interview or a pre-recorded video interview, our expert video interviews tips will help you secure an internship or graduate role.

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When to apply for an internship and more careers advice for students wanting work experience

Internships and placements

Discover how to get an internship or other type of work experience during every year of university – and get expert tips on how else you can boost your job prospects.

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What is a spring week, insight day or insight programme?

Vacation schemes and work experience

We answer your FAQs on insight days, spring weeks and the other types of introductory work experience that provide a glimpse into working life for first-year university students among others.

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What type of IT company and job is the best fit for me?

Careers advice and planning

IT and technology-related graduate jobs can be found in a range of business sectors, from top IT companies to technology consulting firms, the public sector and investment banks.

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How to find an industrial placement for your IT degree

Internships and placements

Get an IT sandwich placement or industrial placement to boost your chances of getting a graduate job in the tech sector. Anyone studying computer science or a technology-related degree needs to follow this advice in their placement applications.

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Discrimination in the recruitment process and workplace: a legal guide for graduates

Diversity, equality and inclusion

If you are concerned you might be at a disadvantage due to an issue related to equality and diversity – for example, being LGBT+, having a disability or on the grounds of gender or race – how do you ensure recruiters give you the best chance to show your abilities and treat you fairly?

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Which engineering employers offer summer internships or industrial placements?

Internships and placements

The majority of leading engineering companies offer work experience to student engineers. Here’s what’s on offer.

Engineering
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Which engineering employers accept graduates with 2.2 degrees?

Applications

Worried you won’t achieve a 2.1? Never fear – there are numerous engineering employers who recruit engineers with 2.2s for their graduate schemes.

Engineering
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What are the best graduate engineering companies to work for?

Choosing an employer

How do you decide which is the best engineering company for you to join? We reveal student engineers’ most popular employers – but ultimately your choice of workplace will depend on the industry you want to work in, the career you want to have and the life you want to lead.

Engineering
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KPMG graduate schemes: how to apply

Applications

KPMG’s application process offers you plenty of opportunities to showcase your skills. Find out what the recruitment process looks like, what recruiters are looking for and how to prepare at every stage.

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