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How to make the most of virtual careers fairs
Discover how to make the most of online careers fairs with our top tips for before, during and after an event so that you come away feeling clued-up on your graduate job prospects.

How to get a graduate job in a recession
Recession proof your job hunt by following these eight steps, which will help you to face the competition and stay focused.

Virtual assessment centres: what to expect and how to succeed
We reveal everything you need to know about virtual assessment days and give you our top tips on performing at your best – with insights from Thames Water among other employers.

'What did you do during lockdown?' Tricky graduate interview question
The secret to answering any questions about your lockdown experience is to focus on what you learned about yourself.

Seven not-so-average part-time jobs
If you’d prefer part-time work that’s beyond the ordinary, here are some options that aren’t your standard Saturday jobs.

Graduate site manager and construction manager jobs: how to get one
Site management is a job for practically minded professionals, with a can-do attitude and the ability to inspire trust. Find out how you can start your graduate construction management career.

TV/film/theatre set designer: job description
Set designers are responsible for designing and creating sets for TV, film, adverts and theatre productions.

Health promotion specialist: job description
Health promotion specialists provide information and guidance on good health.

Marine scientist: job description
Marine scientists research the sea and study its interactions with its organisms, sea floors, coastal areas and the atmosphere.

Advice worker: job description
Advice workers provide impartial and confidential information, advice, and guidance to individuals about a variety of social, financial, legal and employment problems.

Bilingual secretary: job description
Bilingual or multilingual secretaries are employed to use their foreign language skills for a variety of administrative and secretarial purposes.

Youth worker: job description
Youth workers plan, organise and oversee community programmes aimed at young people.