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Food technologist: job description
Food technologists are responsible for the safe and efficient development, modification and manufacture of food products and processes.

Fire engineer: job description
A fire engineer ensures that buildings are designed in a way that minimises the risk of fire or the fire spreading.

Female engineers find the way to career success from 'inspiring' event
Student Jemma Hart found the inspiration she needed to land a graduate job at the Future female engineers networking day – here’s why you should do the same.

Filling a coronavirus-shaped gap on your CV
Worried about a hole opening up on your student or graduate CV because of the coronavirus? Our tips will help you to fill it and present your lockdown experience in the best light.

Fashion internships and other work experience
Lots of fashion companies offer work shadowing, internships and placement years – and these are often the best ways into permanent employment.

Facilities management: construction area of work
Facilities managers are instrumental in helping businesses to do business and graduates take an active role in making things happen.

Exploration geologist: job description
Exploration geologists use data and investigative techniques to predict where mineral deposits, oil, gas, water and other natural resources can be found under the earth’s surface.

Estimator: job description
An estimator is hired to estimate the cost and amount of materials, labour and equipment needed to complete construction work.

Ergonomist: job description
Ergonomists ensure that the designs of systems, equipment and facilities provide the best levels of efficiency, comfort and health and safety for anyone using them.

Equality and diversity officer: job description
Equality and diversity officers aim to reduce workplace discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, gender, race, religion and sexual orientation. Some are generalists while others specialise in a particular area.

Equal opportunities officer: job description
Equal opportunities officers develop and implement policies to promote equal opportunities in the workplace. They also run projects to ensure organisations recruit and promote people from all backgrounds.

Enterprise and entrepreneurial skills: seizing opportunities and seeing them through
Graduates with strong enterprise skills can spot an opportunity and use their initiative to make the most of it. Incorporate an enterprising mindset into your job hunt.
