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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.

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FTI Consulting

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

Manchester

Expired
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FTI Consulting

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

Dubai

Expired
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Ministry of Defence – Submarine Delivery Agency

SDA Technical Environmental Degree Apprentice Scheme

MOD Abbey Wood, Filton, Bristol, Avon BS34 8JH

£25,000 - £30,000

Expired

Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme

London

Expired
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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

Expired
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AtkinsRéalis

Waste Management Placement Scheme 2025

Whitehaven, Manchester, Glasgow

£20,000 - £25,000

Expired

Corporate/Banking Paralegal / Training Contract (3 year track)

Central London; Isle of Man

£40,000+

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TravelGrad

China Teaching Experience

China

£19,999

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TravelGrad

Thailand - Teaching English as a Foreign Language Taster

Thailand

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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

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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

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