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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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Speech and language therapist: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Speech and language therapists diagnose and treat speech and language problems to help people communicate effectively.

Healthcare+3
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Transportation planner: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Transportation planners (also known as transport planners) assess public, private and commercial transportation needs and devise new transport schemes.

Civil & structural+16
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Veterinary surgeon: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Veterinary surgeons maintain the health and welfare of a wide range of animals, from pets to livestock, zoo animals and wildlife.

Science, R&D, food industry+8
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Police officer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Police officers uphold law and order by detecting, preventing and investigating crimes.

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Systems analyst: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Systems analysts maintain existing IT systems and write requirements for new ones.

Technology+10
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Biomedical scientist: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Biomedical scientists carry out experiments to help develop medical treatments.

Science, R&D, food industry+8
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Biotechnologist: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

A biotechnologist uses biological organisms to create and improve products and processes. They work in areas as diverse as food and agriculture, environmental conservation and medicine.

Science, R&D, food industry+8
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Border force officer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Border force officers (sometimes called customs officers) are responsible for keeping UK borders secure, and for preventing people importing illegal goods such as firearms and endangered animals into the country.

Charity, public & civil service+9
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Clinical research associate: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Clinical research associates (CRAs) organise and administer clinical trials of new or current drugs in order to assess the benefits and risks of using them.

Science, R&D, food industry+8
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Seven top tips for fast-tracking your finance career, from ACCA

Choosing an employer

With the help of ACCA professionals, we’ve put together seven top tips to boost your employability and get your career off to a flying start. You may discover you’re more prepared for a finance career than you think.

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Accounting & finance
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Environmental manager: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

The focus of many environmental managers’ jobs is to work towards zero carbon emissions targets.

Science, R&D, food industry+27
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Environmental health officer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Environmental health officers (also known as environmental health practitioners or environmental health professionals) monitor health and hygiene standards, and investigate environmental health problems.

Charity, public & civil service+9
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