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Starting a technology career with any degree
All degrees are welcome for graduate IT and technology jobs. Here's how non-technology and non-STEM graduates can make their degrees compatible with IT careers.
Ten typical jobs graduates can do in IT
The IT industry is host to a whole raft of job titles. To help you, we've deciphered ten of the top IT job titles you might encounter when searching for graduate jobs.
What type of IT company and job is the best fit for me?
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.
Your work experience options: shadowing, internship and much more
‘What work experience do I need on my CV to get a graduate job?’ is a question we are often asked. And we always answer that it's not all, or at least not only, about internships and placements.
What skills do engineering employers look for?
You need to show engineering recruiters that you have the skills they’re looking for. These five competencies are at the top of engineering employer's wish lists.
Engineering interview questions and how to answer
Take a look at these common engineering interview questions and our tips on how to answer them, plus what questions you could ask recruiters when the tables are turned.
What jobs can you do with a mechanical engineering degree?
Find out what kinds of work mechanical engineering graduates can carry out in which engineering industries – or how you could pursue a totally different career.
Which engineering employers offer summer internships or industrial placements?
The majority of leading engineering companies offer work experience to student engineers. Here’s what’s on offer.
What are the best graduate engineering companies to work for?
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.
What can I do with an engineering degree?
Ready to launch your engineering career? Here's an overview of different types of engineering jobs you could go into, plus alternative careers such as IT and finance.
How to get into engineering as a graduate?
Start here to find out everything you need to know about beginning your career as a graduate engineer. Learn about the jobs you can apply to, the industries you can work in and how to make a successful application.
The skills that property recruiters want from graduates
We asked leading property recruiters for the top skills they would be looking for in graduates’ applications and how they assess them. Here are their answers.
