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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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Nature conservation officer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Nature conservation officers manage, protect and improve areas of environmental importance through conservation work, publicity and scientific monitoring.

Charity, public & civil service+9
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My social media career – from Waterford to the Premier League

Careers advice and planning

Eoin Doyle talks about his career managing social media for Sheffield United, what skills he uses and what advice he would have for anyone interested in careers in digital and social media.

Marketing, advertising & PR+4
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Music therapist: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Music therapists use music within a therapeutic environment to help individuals of all ages who are experiencing emotional or mental health problems, or who have learning or physical disabilities or physical illnesses.

Healthcare+3
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Museum education officer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Museum education officers organise learning opportunities for museum visitors.

Teaching & education+5
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Multimedia specialists: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Multimedia specialists design and create IT-based multimedia products such as websites, DVDs, and computer games that combine text with sounds, pictures, graphics, video-clips, virtual reality and digital animation.

Marketing, advertising & PR+8
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Microbiologist: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Microbiologists use a wide range of scientific techniques to monitor and study microbes such as algae, bacteria, fungi and viruses.

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

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Metallurgists develop and manufacture metal items and structures that range from tiny precision-made components to huge engineering parts.

Engineering+9
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Media buyer: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Media buyers negotiate the price of and purchase television and radio air time, and advertising space within newspapers, magazines and other print publications.

Marketing, advertising & PR+4
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Media analyst: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Media analysts carry out general quantitative and qualitative research to produce media evaluation reports. These are then used to improve the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.

Marketing, advertising & PR+4
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Marketing executive: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Marketing executives contribute to marketing campaigns that promote products and services.

Marketing, advertising & PR+4
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Marketing assistant: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Marketing assistants support the work of marketing managers and executives on projects directed at maximising company profits by developing sales strategies and marketing campaigns.

Marketing, advertising & PR+4
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Logistics/distribution manager: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Logistics managers (also known as distribution managers) are responsible for coordinating the storage, transportation and delivery of goods.

Procurement & supply chain+5
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