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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 make the most of virtual careers fairs

Careers advice and planning

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.

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How to get a graduate job in a recession

Careers advice and planning

Recession proof your job hunt by following these eight steps, which will help you to face the competition and stay focused.

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Virtual assessment centres: what to expect and how to succeed

Interviews and assessment centres

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.

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'What did you do during lockdown?' Tricky graduate interview question

Interviews and assessment centres

The secret to answering any questions about your lockdown experience is to focus on what you learned about yourself.

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Seven not-so-average part-time jobs

University life

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

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Graduate site manager and construction manager jobs: how to get one

Job descriptions and industry overviews

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.

Property, construction & QS+1
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TV/film/theatre set designer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Set designers are responsible for designing and creating sets for TV, film, adverts and theatre productions.

Media, journalism & publishing+3
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Health promotion specialist: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Health promotion specialists provide information and guidance on good health.

Healthcare+3
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Marine scientist: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

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

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

Job descriptions and industry overviews

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

Charity, public & civil service+9
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Bilingual secretary: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

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

Management & business+1
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Youth worker: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Youth workers plan, organise and oversee community programmes aimed at young people.

Charity, public & civil service+9
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