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What do graduate building surveyors do in their jobs?
Find out whether a graduate job as a building surveyor is right for you: read about what the day job would involve, the qualities you’ll need to be successful and how your career is likely to progress.
Commercial/residential/rural surveyor: job description
Surveyors specialising in commercial, residential or rural property work to increase the value of a piece of land or real estate. They are sometimes known as general practice surveyors.
The law on unpaid internships: know your rights
Our guide to interns’ rights sets out when students and graduates are entitled to the national minimum wage. It also explores the issues around unpaid internships.
Problem solving: the mark of an independent employee
Problem-solving abilities are essential in virtually any graduate role you can think of. Discover how to develop your problem-solving skills and demonstrate them to eagle-eyed recruiters.
The key graduate employers in hospitality, leisure and tourism
Whether you want to work for a world-renowned hotel chain or end up running your own pub, there’s a range of graduate employers out there with plenty to offer.
Analytical skills: the ability to make sense of data
Graduates who demonstrate their analytical thinking during a job interview or assessment centre will stand out from other candidates.
Product development scientist: job description
Product or process development scientists/technologists are responsible for researching and developing new production processes, and modifying existing manufacturing systems to improve overall efficiency and profitability.
Retail buyer: job description
Retail buyers identify, select and purchase stock that matches the retailer’s requirements.
Neurodivergent graduates: thrive at KPMG
Discover why KPMG has become a top employer for neurodivergent students and graduates.
Facilities manager: job description
Facilities managers make sure buildings, their grounds and infrastructures are safe, well maintained and secure.
Doctor (hospital): job description
Hospital doctors examine patients and diagnose and treat medical conditions.
Agricultural manager: job description
Agricultural managers – also known as farm managers – supervise work on farms and make sure the enterprise is profitable.
