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Volunteering as a university student: what are my options?
The volunteering opportunities at university are vast. As a student, you can volunteer in your local community, take part in fundraising events and, when safe to do so, travel to the other side of the world to make a difference.

Pressing for change: working for a pressure group
If you’re looking for a career that makes a difference, a position with a pressure group might suit you. Read on to discover the roles you could take and the employers you might work for.

I want to work as a video game developer – part 1: can I get a job in games?
Find out what you need to get a job in video game development, with advice from recruiters at two UK game development studios.

My experience of working with refugees
Alice Crawford, welfare and housing adviser at the Refugee Council, shares her experience of working with refugees.

I want to work as a video game developer – part 2: how to get hired
Find out what’s involved in the application process for graduate video game development jobs and how you can give yourself the best chance of standing out.

Graduate careers in international development
Find out what's required to work in international development, what working in this sector is like and what our top tips are to start off your career in the field.

Sources of support for entrepreneurs
Discover the support available for student and graduate entrepreneurs, whether you’ve already launched a start-up up or are just curious about whether you might enjoy doing this one day.

Go to town on retail research: what you can learn from visiting stores
Store visits can improve your knowledge of the company you’re applying to, its competitors and trends in the sector. This will provide you with greater commercial awareness and knowledge of the retailer (as well as a new pair of shoes).

Seven steps to starting a business
Get to grips with the basics of how to start your own business as a graduate by reading our seven-step guide.

Moving back home after uni: how to make it easier for everyone
Eight tips – from recent graduates and a parent – to help you out with this phase of graduate life.

Careers as a DJ
Here’s what you need to know to kick-start a career as a DJ, whether it be on the radio, in a nightclub or for weddings and parties.

Creative careers for graduates
Find out about jobs in the creative industries and learn how both arts and science degrees can lead to careers where you use your creativity.