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What it’s like to start work on the rotational graduate scheme at Allianz and LV= and how it helps you choose a career path
Nadia Begum is a general insurance graduate trainee currently working in the corporate communications team after completing a degree in politics and international relations at Aston University.


Key competencies you need to demonstrate when applying to WTW, and why you will need these in your working life
You might have heard the word competencies to describe what an employer is looking for in its workforce and on its graduate programmes. So why are these skills, abilities and behaviours important for the role you’re applying for at WTW? Early careers recruitment manager Cathryn Rousell explains.


How to ace your application with WTW
How do you go from graduate hopeful to high flying analyst at WTW? Early careers recruitment manager Cathryn Rousell gives an insider view of the path to success at this global financial services company, and lead actuarial consultant Roopal Beriya describes finding her perfect niche at WTW.


A career in sustainability consulting at PwC: making positive change happen every day
After working for green start-ups Katherine returned to university to improve her knowledge and skills, so she could make a greater impact on halting climate change and to protect the environment. Now a Senior Associate in the Sustainability Consulting team at PwC UK, she explains what drives her career.


How to get a job at L’Oréal
Dogukan Pasha, marketing manager trainee at L’Oréal, talks about coming to the end of his marketing graduate scheme and explains why a passion for beauty products isn’t enough on its own to secure a top job at L’Oréal.


My law career: how BARBRI helped me pass SQE1 and SQE2
Maddie was among the first cohort of lawyers who passed SQE1 and SQE2 after studying with BARBRI. She explains what it was like to study for professional exams fresh out of uni, while starting a new job, moving house and managing friends’ and family’s expectations.

Accenture’s guide to internship alternatives
If you’re concerned that you haven’t completed an internship or formal work experience during your degree, or would like first-hand insights into an employer’s culture, Accenture suggests alternatives that can help you fill in the gaps.


Looking for work experience? Boost your employability by becoming an academic mentor
If you’re worried about a skills gap on your CV, consider becoming an academic mentor with the National Tutoring Programme.


Being an academic mentor with the National Tutoring Programme: your questions answered
We’ve answered students’ top FAQs about becoming an academic mentor, to help you decide if it’s right for you.


Discover what engineering graduates think about working life at Welsh Water
Engineering employees at Welsh Water shared their expertise and experiences with potential future colleagues at a GTI-hosted webinar last month, getting them ready to apply to be part of the new graduate cohort. If you couldn’t make it, don’t worry: here’s your handy breakdown of the insights and tips given to attendees.


How to get a job at Skyscanner
Skyscanner’s Early Careers Senior Executive Chelsea Tessendorf explains what she looks for in a successful candidate. When she’s looking for the right people for the company’s graduate programmes, Chelsea says any number of attributes will help you land the job.


Setting you up for a bright future: EDF’s training, development and support
Discover how EDF invests in your future to ensure you are fully ready for a successful career, combining groundbreaking projects, training at cutting-edge facilities, softer skills development and networking. Four high-flying employees give you the inside track.
