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How do you fill in a job application form?
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
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.
Brand manager: job description
Brand managers use customer and trend research to create strategies that will change how people perceive the brand. This can involve overseeing advertising, design and events.
Human resources officer: job description
Human resources (HR) officers are responsible for hiring, developing and looking after employees.
Production manager: job description
Production managers are responsible for the technical management, supervision and control of industrial production processes.
Doctor (general practitioner, GP): job description
General practitioners provide confidential patient consultations and initial medical care.
Marketing executive: job description
Marketing executives contribute to marketing campaigns that promote products and services.
Help! I'm struggling to find a job after graduation
It's easy to get disheartened if you're struggling to find work after finishing at university. Read on for tips on how to structure your graduate job hunt and whether you can claim Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) or Universal Credit in the meantime.  
'Give an example of a time when you showed initiative.' Tricky graduate interview question
When employers ask you about using your initiative, what are they really trying to find out… and how do you begin to answer such a broad question? Our example answers will put you on the right track.
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Graphic designer: job description
Graphic designers create visual communications such as adverts, branding, publicity materials and magazine layouts.
What are in-tray exercises?
Find out what to expect from a graduate recruiter’s in-tray or e-tray exercise at an assessment centre, using our example to practise prioritising under pressure.
Airline cabin crew: job description
Airline cabin crew are responsible for the comfort, safety and welfare of passengers travelling on aircrafts during short-haul and long-haul flights.
