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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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A trainee solicitor at Stephenson Harwood – how does that sound to you?

GradSims

Hear from trainee solicitors who've already been on your journey to give you an even better idea of life at Stephenson Harwood.

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The legal tech race: How is AI being used in law, and how does this impact you as a trainee?

Advice

As you step into the law field, you will find that AI has become a fundamental part of how the profession operates.

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Law Secondments: what are they and why should you consider them?

Advice

If you’re a law student or graduate looking into where to apply for your trainee contract, you may be weighing up your options for all sorts of things - salary, benefits, location, reputation - but one feature can also really transform your experience: the possibility of a secondment.

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The 2025 Law Trainee Salary Battle: A Guide to What You'll Earn at Magic Circle, US, and City Firms

Salaries

If you’re a law student approaching the point of applying for training contracts or qualifying as a solicitor, there’s no escaping one question on everyone’s mind: how much will I earn?

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4 vs 6 vs 8 Seats: Navigating Your Training Contract Rotations in 2025

Working life

If you’ve started looking into training contracts, the final hurdle towards becoming a qualified solicitor, you’ve probably seen the word “seat” thrown around constantly. But what does it mean, and why does it matter?

Law
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Discover hidden internships: the art of speculative applications

Internships and placements

Here is how to find work experience and internship vacancies that aren't advertised and how to apply for them. We even include an example email for a speculative work experience covering letter.

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ASMPT - Our Stance on AI

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Everything you need to know about a graduate job in Audit at PwC

Choosing an employer

Student Recruitment Officer Bethany Allen answers your top 12 questions about Audit careers at PwC.

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Data analyst: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Data analysts collect, organise and interpret statistical information to help colleagues and clients use it make decisions.

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How to perform your best with pre-recorded video interviews

Advice
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How do you fill in a job application form?

Applications

Read on for targetjobs’ expert advice for how to fill in a job application form for a graduate role including tips to write a strong application.

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What a great master CV looks like – and why you need one

Advice

Applying for jobs can feel like a full-time job in itself. You spend hours tweaking your CV, personalising cover letters, answering detailed application questions – and often doing it all over again, multiple times a week. After a few rounds, it’s easy to feel burnt out or discouraged, especially when you’re not getting the results you hoped for.

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