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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.

FTI Consulting
2025 Graduate Scheme (Manchester) | Restructuring & Insolvency, Corporate Finance
Manchester

FTI Consulting
2025 Graduate Scheme | Insurance Claims Services | Economic and Financial Consulting | Dubai
Dubai

Ministry of Defence – Submarine Delivery Agency
SDA Technical Environmental Degree Apprentice Scheme
MOD Abbey Wood, Filton, Bristol, Avon BS34 8JH
£25,000 - £30,000
Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme
London
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AtkinsRéalis
Civil and Structural Engineering Placement Scheme 2025
Birmingham, Bristol, Epsom, London, Manchester, Belfast, Cambridge, Cardiff, Croydon, Derby, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, Peterborough, Swansea, Whitehaven, Aylesbury, Newcastle, Swindon, Trowbridge, York, Chelmsford, Edinburgh, Stockton
£20,000 - £25,000
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AtkinsRéalis
Waste Management Placement Scheme 2025
Whitehaven, Manchester, Glasgow
£20,000 - £25,000
Corporate/Banking Paralegal / Training Contract (3 year track)
Central London; Isle of Man
£40,000+

TravelGrad
China Teaching Experience
China
£19,999

TravelGrad
Thailand - Teaching English as a Foreign Language Taster
Thailand

Pathways 2 NHS Estates
NHS Estates Graduate Training Scheme (Engineering)
Coventry, Manchester, Hull, Wakefield, Dewsbury, Pontefract, Sunderland, South Shields, Cottingham, Kingston upon Hull, Warrington, Whitehaven, Carlisle, Bradford, Crewe, Northwich, Salford, London, Grimsby, Goole, Scunthorpe
£28,408

Sparta Global
Junior Java Software Developer - London
London
£25,000 - £30,000
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Grayce
Graduate Technical Analyst - North West
Manchester
£25,000