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Explore all graduate advice and guidance on targetjobs

On targetjobs you'll find graduate careers advice on a huge range of topics – and we're adding more all the time. Compare career options with information on what to expect from working life in different sectors, then learn how you can develop your skills, gain work experience and succeed in applications and interviews. If you're not sure what you'd like to do, don't panic: we're here to help you take those first steps into making career decisions. We also have articles on how to make the most of uni life, organise your job hunt, juggle job offers and more. Whether you're in your first year of university or have already graduated, our career advice for students and graduates will set you on the right path.
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Why I chose to work at BDO over the Big 4

Advice

There will be more than just one reason why you decide an employer is the best fit for you. During a recent lively webinar with four BDO employees, all of whom have had previous experience at Big 4 firms, this was very evident. From the variety of colleagues and clients, to having an impact, to flexibility and autonomy… discover their reasons for applying to and joining BDO, and staying with the firm.

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Ten top tips on applying to BDO

Interviews and assessment centres

There are four key steps in the BDO graduate application process: pre-application planning, the online application, the interactive assessment and the virtual assessment centre. Here are ten quick tips for making your application a success, whatever stage you’re at.

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Accounting & finance
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The Big 4’s entry criteria and your graduate job application

Applications

All the Big 4 firms have made significant changes to their academic entry requirements in recent years, giving hope to students whose applications in previous years would not have got through initial screening. How will these changes affect your chances of getting employed by EY, Deloitte, KPMG or PwC?

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How to ace an accounting interview: a complete guide

Interviews and assessment centres

Don't be fazed by graduate recruiters when you're interviewed for an accountancy or financial management job. Solid preparation can make all the difference.

PwC
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PwC
Accounting & finance
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How to prepare for Deloitte's interview questions

Interviews and assessment centres

Discover targetjobs’ advice for crafting strong answers to Deloitte’s interview questions and improve your prospects of securing a graduate role at the ‘Big 4’ consultancy.

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10 key facts to know about CIMA

Advice

Want to learn more about CIMA? Here are 10 things you should know about this professional body for management accountants.

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Accounting & finance
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Your guide to the Deloitte application process: from start to finish

Interviews and assessment centres

Deloitte is one of the most competitive and prestigious consulting firms for graduates in the UK and beyond. Whether you’re applying for Audit and Assurance, Technology, Consulting, or any of the other pathways, understanding Deloitte’s unique application process is essential to success.

Accounting & finance
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Construction interview questions and how to answer

Interviews and assessment centres

Got an interview for a graduate job in civil engineering, construction or surveying? Prep by practising answers to these questions, gleaned from top construction recruiters.

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Property, construction & QS+9
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Thinking of applying for Land and Planning with Bellway Homes?

GradSims

First, get tips and advice from real life graduates, and do a task that you’d be expected to do in the role, to give yourself the best shot.

Bellway Homes
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Bellway Homes
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'What can you bring to the company?' Tricky graduate interview question

Interviews and assessment centres

The secret to answering interview questions about what you’d add to an employer if you were hired is to combine good self-knowledge with excellent employer research.

Lidl
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Gap year ideas and how to plan a year out after graduating

University life

We present a range of gap year ideas for recent graduates that’ll also boost your career prospects and suggest an overview of how to plan them.

CRCC Asia
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CRCC Asia
Charity, public & civil service
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Working in South Korea

Working abroad

You’ll need a work visa to get a job in South Korea. Find out how to increase your chances of applying successfully to work in South Korea.

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