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'If you could have dinner with five people, who would it be and why?' Tricky graduate interview question
You might not expect to be asked about hosting a dinner party at your graduate job interview – but if you are, having thought about your answer in advance will help you to impress recruiters.
What you need to be doing to get a training contract
What are other aspiring solicitors doing to help themselves gain a training contract offer? Take a look at our infographic to find out and read our tips on what you can do to boost your own training contract hunt.
Answering values-based interview questions for graduate jobs
Find out how to prepare for values-based interview questions, which explore whether you are a good match for an employer's values.
How to prepare for an assessment centre
The secret to ‘passing’ a graduate assessment centre with flying colours is the preparation you do beforehand. Here's your essential checklist.
‘What would you do if a client complained?’ Tricky graduate interview question
Discover what interviewers really want when they ask you about responding to a client’s complaints, and how your response might reflect your skills in problem-solving and communication.
My experience of working in a think tank
Jonathan Webb, a research fellow at the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR), gives insights into working at a think tank, the recruitment process and how to make your application stand out.
How long should I stay in my first job?
Whether you are just beginning to think about your career, have had your first job offer or have already started working, there are lots of ways to make sure that you stay in your first job for a length of time that suits you.
Working in video production: graduate perspectives
Three recent graduates give an inside view of what it's like to work in video production and editing.
How to get a graduate job working with refugees
Find out what's involved in a graduate job as a refugee worker, how to get work experience and which charities and organisations you could work for.
How to recover from a nightmare interview
How do you get back on track if an interview goes wrong? We’ve listed some nightmare scenarios alongside advice on how to not let them ruin your prospects.
Careers in film
Find out about careers available on- and off-set in the film industry, from casting to costume design and makeup.
'I was looking for a job and then I found a job': make your mark on the music industry
Take a look at eight popular music jobs and choose a career path that suits you.
