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International work for graduate civil and structural engineers
There are several ways to find graduate jobs outside of the UK in civil and structural engineering. There are also lots of routes to working on international projects.
Information scientist: job description
Information scientists are responsible for managing the acquisition, supply and distribution of information within an organisation or section of an organisation and for making that information accessible to users.
Industrial/product designer: job description
Industrial/product designers create new products that are innovative, practical and suitable for manufacturing, and develop enhancements to existing products to make them more usable.
Impressing in quantity surveying and building surveying technical interviews
You may be tested on your technical knowledge during graduate quantity surveying or building surveying job interviews or assessment centre exercises. Read on for some practice questions and advice on how to answer them.
Human resources officer: job description
Human resources (HR) officers are responsible for hiring, developing and looking after employees.
How to write a great graduate retail CV
Take a look at the best ways to persuade retail recruiters that you’re a strong candidate, including the skills to emphasise and the kinds of examples to include.
How to use LinkedIn to get a job
LinkedIn is an essential tool for students and graduates applying for jobs; it’s not just a professional networking platform for people in work. Here’s how to use LinkedIn effectively.
How to successfully relocate for a graduate job
Wondering whether to relocate or stay at home for your graduate job? We discuss the factors you should consider and provide tips to help you settle in quickly if you decide to move.
How to sell yourself if you're a shy job hunter
Selling yourself effectively in your applications and interviews for graduate jobs can feel uncomfortable if you're naturally self-effacing. Here's how to get yourself into the right frame of mind for your graduate job hunt.
How to get a graduate job in architectural technology
Junior architectural technology, architectural technician and architectural design jobs are not always advertised. Our tips will help you to make effective speculative applications.
How to find publishing and journalism graduate jobs
Graduate schemes and traineeships aren’t the only route into journalism and publishing. Seeking out other vacancies or applying speculatively will help you to secure an entry-level role in these competitive industries.
How to big up your leadership experience on your graduate management CV
How do you persuade the graduate recruiter reading your CV that you are ready for a graduate management role? It’s all in the way you sell your story.
