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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 is your most significant achievement?' Tricky graduate interview question

Interviews and assessment centres

You don't have to brag to answer this classic tricky interview question, but you do need to talk about an achievement you're genuinely proud of.

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Test automation developer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Test automation developers create programs that test software while it’s being developed.

Technology+10
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Choosing the right training contract for your graduate career in law

Careers advice and planning

All the factors to consider when choosing which law firm to join as a trainee solicitor.

Law solicitors+2
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Why and when to apply for vacation schemes in law firms

Vacation schemes and work experience

It is possible to get a training contract without experiencing a vacation scheme first but a vac placement is one of the easiest ways to show your commitment to law and that you've done your research before applying.

Law solicitors+2
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Travel opportunities for graduate engineers: UK and abroad

Careers advice and planning

Considering engineering graduate jobs abroad? There are lots of opportunities for engineers to work overseas. Or you could find a job that involves travel within the UK.

Engineering
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Nurse: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Nurses plan and provide medical and nursing care to patients in hospital, at home or in other settings.

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How do I get a graduate job in the armed forces or emergency services?

Advice

Everything you need to know about graduate jobs in the armed forces and emergency services. Whether you want to learn more about working as a firefighter or paramedic, or the attributes you’ll need to succeed in a military career, you can find answers to key questions here.

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Electronic engineering: industry sector overview

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Engineers in the electronics industry may work in different areas: design of the chips, layout, manufacturing, packaging, testing and field support engineering, says Adam Malpass, a senior analog design engineer at Dialog Semiconductor.

Engineering
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Armed forces officer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Armed forces officers defend their country and its interests overseas.

Charity, public & civil service+9
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Which type of accountancy firm has the best graduate jobs?

Careers advice and planning

So much depends upon what you're looking for from a graduate job in accountancy and financial management, from the size and nature of the organisation to the study package on offer.

Accounting & finance
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What can I do with an IT degree?

Degree subjects

IT and computer science graduates are in demand both for their technical skills and for their willingness to respond to developments and try new things, an attitude which is welcomed by employers.

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The Big 4: how well do you know them?

Careers advice and planning

How well do you know Deloitte, EY, KPMG and PwC? Our quick guide will help you answer the question 'Why do you want to work for us?' at interview.

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