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Your career options in medicine: specialisms
There are a number of medical specialties you can train for after completing your medical degree, so you can focus on a field you have a real interest and passion for.
Graduate assessment centres at investment banks
Thorough preparation will give you confidence at banking assessment centres.
How to promote your work through social media
With the help of recent graduate and Instagrammer Sophie Olive, we let you in on the best ways to promote your work so that you get noticed by graduate employers in the media or marketing sectors.
Writing a CV for graduate advertising, marketing and PR jobs
CVs are a key part of the application process. We've put together some tips to help you stand out in the marketing, advertising and PR sector.
A graduate glossary of investment terminology
Bears, derivatives, stagflation... what does it all mean? Key banking and investment terms defined and deciphered so you can sound informed at graduate job interviews.
Writing a covering letter for graduate marketing, advertising and PR jobs
Covering letters are tough to write at the best of times. For marketing, advertising and PR jobs, you'll need to have some extra flair to get yourself hired.
Eight ways to impress law firms on open days
Let’s be clear: open days are not the poor relation to vacation schemes. Consider them a valuable way to research the legal profession and prove your commitment to a graduate career in law.
Be on top of the basics: essential skills and competencies
You need to show employers that you've mastered essential skills – such as numeracy, communicating clearly, organisation and drive – if you want to get a graduate job.
Getting work experience and internships in retail banking, insurance, regulation or actuarial science
Advice on applying for internships and placements in finance, as well as how to make a good impression during your work experience and what options are available.
How to succeed in investment banking – tips from women at the top
At TARGETjobs’ inaugural Women in Investment Banking fair, five veteran female investment bankers opened up about their climb to the top and what today’s university students should do to have a successful banking career.
Example interview questions for retail banking, insurance and actuarial graduate jobs
Prepare for your finance interview with these typical interview questions, which have been asked by the likes of RBS, Lloyds Banking Group and others.
Investment and banking prospects for graduates without a finance degree
It’s possible to get into a career in investment banking or investment management with any degree subject, though this is easier with some employers than others.
