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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.
Vertu Motors
Risk Graduate
Gateshead
£25,000 - £30,000

BAE Systems
Graduate DevOps Engineer
Gloucester
£34,000
Pegasus Group
Graduate Transport Planner
Birmingham

BAE Systems
Graduate Support Engineer
Warton, Brough, Prestwick
£34,000
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Third Bridge
Graduate Associate - German Speaker - 2025 Start Dates
London
£36,500

AlphaSights
Placement, Client Service, 2025
London
£25,000 - £30,000
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Arup
Graduate Urban Designer - London
London

Papaya Trading Ltd
Purchasing and Product Administrator
Edge of the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales
£25,000 - £30,000

Lift Schools
Trainee Biology Teacher
Barnsley, Bristol, Birmingham, Essex, Gloucestershire, Isle of Wight, Kent, London, Leeds, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Middlesbrough, Milton Keynes, Sheffield, Staffordshire, Swindon
£25,000 - £30,000

BAE Systems
Graduate Systems Engineer
Brough, Warton, Broad Oak, Portsdown Technology Park, Barrow, Frimley, Weymouth, Cowes, Great Baddow
£34,000

AlphaSights
Associate, Client Service, Spanish Speaker, 2025
London
£40,000+

AlphaSights
Associate, Client Service, Swedish Speaker, 2025
London
£40,000+