Explore all graduate jobs and opportunities on targetjobs background image

Explore all graduate jobs and opportunities on targetjobs

When it comes to jobs for graduates, there are several terms you’ll come across, particularly: graduate schemes, graduate jobs and entry-level jobs. A graduate scheme is a structured training programme, normally lasting one to three years. These schemes are most often offered by large employers who hire numerous graduates every year. While a graduate scheme is time limited, the ambition is usually always for you to ‘graduate’ into a full-time role at the organisation.

A graduate job refers to any job that specifies an applicant should have a degree. Graduate jobs can be full-time, permanent positions, but it is a growing trend to be offered a fixed-term contract with a view to it becoming permanent if all goes well. You may also find temporary or part-time jobs.

You will also come across suitable jobs that match your experience level but aren’t explicitly labelled as ‘graduate jobs’. As long as you match the job description and meet any stated requirements, you can absolutely apply. You are also free to apply for an entry-level job, which is suitable for anyone with no or little work experience in that area and could also be open to school leavers. When considering an entry-level job, ensure that you aren’t selling yourself short and that it will help you on your way to achieving your long-term career ambitions.

Logo image for Wilberforce Chambers

Wilberforce Chambers

Wilberforce Chambers – 12-month pupillage – October 2026 (Pupillage)

London

Expired
Logo image for Grundon Waste Management Ltd

Grundon Waste Management Ltd

Environmental Technician

Cheltenham

£20,000 - £25,000

Expired
Logo image for Cambridge Healthcare Research

Cambridge Healthcare Research

Research Analyst - Birmingham

Birmingham

£28,000

Expired
Logo image for EDF

EDF

Emergency Preparedness Industrial Placement - Gloucester

Gloucester

£20,000 - £25,000

Expired
Logo image for Azets

Azets

Audit Graduate (ACA) - Wynyard (Teesside) - Autumn 2025

Wynyard

Expired
Logo image for Mayer Brown International LLP

Mayer Brown International LLP

Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme 2025

London

£27,000

Expired
Logo image for AtkinsRéalis

AtkinsRéalis

Ground Engineering and Tunnelling Placement Scheme 2025

Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Cardiff, Croydon, Epsom (Surrey), Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester

£24,570 - £28,808

Expired
Logo image for AtkinsRéalis

AtkinsRéalis

Waste Management Placement Scheme 2025

Whitehaven, Manchester, Glasgow

£24,570 - £28,808

Expired
Logo image for AtkinsRéalis

AtkinsRéalis

Mechanical Engineering Placement Scheme 2025

Bristol, Glasgow, Birmingham, Belfast, Epsom, Derby, Manchester, Sheffield, Stockton

£24,570 - £28,808

Expired
Logo image for AtkinsRéalis

AtkinsRéalis

Systems Engineering Placement Scheme 2025

Manchester, Sheffield, Bristol

£24,570 - £28,808

Expired
Logo image for Cummins Inc

Cummins Inc

Placement Student - Purchasing Co-Ordinator

Cwmbran, Torfaen

Expired
Logo image for Tilbury Douglas

Tilbury Douglas

Bid Management Graduate

Birmingham

Expired
undefined background image

We've got you

Get the latest jobs, internships, careers advice, courses and graduate events based on what's important to you. Start connecting directly with top employers today.