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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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What to expect from BT's assessment centre

Interviews and assessment centres

Discover advice to succeed at the BT assessment centre, from the selection exercises to expect to the insider tips that will put you ahead of the competition.

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Tips for tackling Arup’s interview questions and assessment centre exercises

Interviews and assessment centres

Aman Gill – Arup’s early careers lead – and targetjobs team up to provide you with advice for taking on Arup’s interview questions and assessment centre tasks.

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Insider advice for the strengths-based Fidelity application process

Interviews and assessment centres

You’ll be assessed based on your strengths throughout the Fidelity recruitment process. We spoke to Dave and Brian, Fidelity early career talent acquisition managers, for their advice on how to stand out.

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'If you were a superhero, what would your superpower be?' Tricky graduate interview question

Interviews and assessment centres

There's no need to be thrown off balance if an interviewer asks you about your superpower. Use our advice to prepare an answer that will showcase one of your strengths.

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How to tackle teamwork interview questions and improve your teamworking skills

Skills and competencies

Discover how to show graduate employers that you possess sound teamwork skills with targetjobs’ expert tips for answering teamwork interview questions.

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When to apply for an internship and more careers advice for students wanting work experience

Internships and placements

Discover how to get an internship or other type of work experience during every year of university – and get expert tips on how else you can boost your job prospects.

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What type of IT company and job is the best fit for me?

Careers advice and planning

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.

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Discrimination in the recruitment process and workplace: a legal guide for graduates

Diversity, equality and inclusion

If you are concerned you might be at a disadvantage due to an issue related to equality and diversity – for example, being LGBT+, having a disability or on the grounds of gender or race – how do you ensure recruiters give you the best chance to show your abilities and treat you fairly?

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KPMG graduate schemes: how to apply

Applications

KPMG’s application process offers you plenty of opportunities to showcase your skills. Find out what the recruitment process looks like, what recruiters are looking for and how to prepare at every stage.

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How to show BlackRock recruiters you share the firm’s five principles

Skills and competencies

Read on to learn about BlackRock’s core principles and how you can demonstrate them to the investment management firm’s recruiters.

Investment banking & fund management
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How to pass numerical reasoning tests: our tips and tricks 

Applications

Find out what to expect if you are asked to take a numerical reasoning test as part of your application for a graduate role and how to prepare. 

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Baillie Gifford graduate scheme applications: advice for each recruitment stage

Applications

Securing a place on a Baillie Gifford graduate scheme is a stellar start to a long-term future in the investment management world. Find out what makes a strong applicant with insights from Baillie Gifford’s early careers manager Claire Stevens.

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