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How does Frontline differ from other routes into social work?
Frontline is a graduate programme based around social work. Find out about its aims and recruitment process, check out the financial support available and get tips on your application from Frontline's CEO and recruitment director.

Working in the United Arab Emirates
UK graduates who want to work in the UAE could consider looking for a job with a multinational company that has offices there, and will benefit from tax-free earnings.

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

Ten practical tips to remember on the day of your law interview
Don’t let nerves or lack of preparation jeopardise your chances of getting a training contract or vacation scheme with a solicitors’ firm. Use our list of tips before heading off for your law interview or assessment centre.

Working in New Zealand
You may need to have a job secured before you travel, but New Zealand welcomes graduates seeking a short-term working holiday or a longer-term job filling one of the country’s skills shortages.

Graduate assessment centre etiquette: handling the social side
The social aspects of assessment centres, such as lunch or coffee breaks, can cause anxiety. Here's how to chat to graduate recruiters while coping with canapés.

Be your best self in a law assessment centre group exercise
Most commercial law firms use assessment centres for vac scheme and training contract recruitment, and group exercises are often one of the elements of the day. Make sure you put forward your best self.

Your career options in nursing
Qualified nurses can work in a variety of different specialisms from children's nursing to mental health. Take a look at our overview of nursing areas of practice.

How do I get a graduate job in journalism and writing for the web?
As a graduate, it’s important to make the distinction between writing and journalism. As a writer you’re unlikely to be out chasing leads and working stories. Likewise, as a journalist, you’re unlikely to be turning in short fiction or putting the sparkle on product descriptions.

How to research law firms: a checklist
In order to stand out from other graduates who want to become solicitors, do a thorough job of researching law firms and tailor your training contract applications to each organisation.

Law fairs can pave the way to a training contract
Here are six ways to help you impress legal recruiters at your university law fair and get a step closer to your desired training contract or vacation scheme… just don’t ask recruiters ‘why should I work at your law firm?’

How to get a job in merchandising, by a Next merchandiser
Tejal Raichura, a merchandiser for womenswear jersey with Next, shares her insider knowhow with us. She explains everything from the application process to what it’s really like being a graduate in merchandising.