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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 does Frontline differ from other routes into social work?

Advice

Frontline is a graduate programme based around social work. Find out about its aims and recruitment process, check out the financial support available and get tips on your application from Frontline's CEO and recruitment director.

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Working in the United Arab Emirates

Working abroad

UK graduates who want to work in the UAE could consider looking for a job with a multinational company that has offices there, and will benefit from tax-free earnings.

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Working in the US

Working abroad

There are plenty of opportunities for work experience and internships in the US, but non-citizens will find it tough to secure graduate jobs.

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Working in New Zealand

Working abroad

You may need to have a job secured before you travel, but New Zealand welcomes graduates seeking a short-term working holiday or a longer-term job filling one of the country’s skills shortages.

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Graduate assessment centre etiquette: handling the social side

Interviews and assessment centres

The social aspects of assessment centres, such as lunch or coffee breaks, can cause anxiety. Here's how to chat to graduate recruiters while coping with canapés.

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Your career options in nursing

Areas of work, specialisms and alternatives

Qualified nurses can work in a variety of different specialisms from children's nursing to mental health. Take a look at our overview of nursing areas of practice.

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How do I get a graduate job in journalism and writing for the web?

Careers advice and planning

As a graduate, it’s important to make the distinction between writing and journalism. As a writer you’re unlikely to be out chasing leads and working stories. Likewise, as a journalist, you’re unlikely to be turning in short fiction or putting the sparkle on product descriptions.

Media, journalism & publishing+3
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How to get a job in merchandising, by a Next merchandiser

Careers advice and planning

Tejal Raichura, a merchandiser for womenswear jersey with Next, shares her insider knowhow with us. She explains everything from the application process to what it’s really like being a graduate in merchandising.

Retail, business & commercial services
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'What is your most significant achievement?' Tricky graduate interview question

Interviews and assessment centres

You don't have to brag to answer this classic tricky interview question, but you do need to talk about an achievement you're genuinely proud of.

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Headhunting: area of work

Job descriptions and industry overviews

In a graduate career as a headhunter you’ll aim to hire the best executives in the business.

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How to get your first job in fashion design, by a John Lewis fashion designer

Careers advice and planning

Elena King, assistant fashion designer with John Lewis Partnership and former graduate at Abercrombie & Fitch, reveals her best tips for securing a job in a competitive industry.

Retail, business & commercial services
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Getting a graduate job when you have dyslexia

Careers advice and planning

Find out about the adjustments employers can make to the application process and how to present dyslexia as an asset.

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