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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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How to accept or decline a job offer

Advice

Accepting or declining a job offer may mean a big change in life and can feel quite daunting. Find out how best to accept or decline that important graduate job offer.

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'Can I accept two job offers?' and other questions about graduate job offer etiquette

Working life

We answer frequently asked questions including how to juggle multiple job offers, how to ask for time to consider a job offer and what to do if you accepted a job offer but changed your mind.

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Your graduate job offer, employment contract and employment rights

Working life

You’ve been offered a graduate job, but do you know what you are agreeing to? We look at all of the legal and important bits you need to check before signing a job contract.

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Should you disclose a disability when applying for a graduate job?

Diversity, equality and inclusion

Disability expert Helen Cooke examines the question of whether to inform (or be open with) an employer about a disability or long-term health condition. If you choose to, her example openness statements will ensure you remain focused on the key facts.

Consulting
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'How ambitious are you?' Tricky graduate interview question

Interviews and assessment centres

The concept of ambition conjures up strong feelings in interview candidates: some see it as a positive trait and others more negatively. Don't allow your instinctive response to over-complicate your answer.

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How FTI Consulting's Women's Initiative (FTI WIN) is empowering women in consulting

Advice

Read our in-depth interview with Stephanie Ellis, who leads FTI Consulting’s Women’s Initiative (FTI WIN) in London – and find out what life could be like as a female graduate at FTI Consulting.

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Earn while you study: all about part-time undergraduate roles at Arm

Advice

If a good salary, the chance to gain tech experience, a great boost to your CV and the opportunity to work on interesting projects sound appealing, Arm’s part-time undergraduate (PTUG) roles could be perfect for you.

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Getting work experience as a PhD student

Careers advice and planning

Whether you undertake a year-long placement or just spend a day shadowing an employee, work experience during PhD study could positively impact your career prospects and university work.

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10 key facts to know about CIMA

Advice

Want to learn more about CIMA? Here are 10 things you should know about this professional body for management accountants.

Accounting & finance
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'How soon could you make a significant contribution to the company?' Tricky interview question

Interviews and assessment centres

It's essential to not overthink the meaning of the word 'significant' when answering this potentially pressuring interview question.

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In conversation with Wendy Walton, head of global private clients at BDO

Careers advice and planning

Wendy talked to TARGETjobs about her long career at BDO and her tips for success.

Accounting & finance
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Five reasons to apply for a technology role at Aviva

Advice

Aviva’s technology graduates are empowered to develop themselves, make a difference and drive change within the company. Plus, you don’t need a technical background to apply.

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