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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.
Simpson Tws
Graduate Civil and Structural Engineers
Gloucester
GCU
Assistant / Graduate Quantity Surveyor
Glasgow
Guggenheim Securities
2025 Graduate Analyst – Investment Banking, Technology, Media & Telecom (TMT)
London

Sparta Global
Junior Platform Engineer
Newcastle upon Tyne, Southampton, Liverpool, Manchester, London, Birmingham
£25,000 - £30,000
Isosceles Finance
Graduate Trainee Accountant
Sheffield
£40,000+

Sparta Global
Junior C# Software Developer
Sheffield, Southampton, Nottingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, Birmingham, London, Manchester, Liverpool
£25,000 - £30,000

Sparta Global
Junior C# Automation Engineer
Newcastle upon Tyne, Edinburgh, Southampton, Nottingham, Bristol, Leeds, Sheffield, Liverpool, Manchester, Birmingham, London
£25,000 - £30,000
Medtronic
NextGen Academy Technical Consultant Graduate
Edinburgh
Trafford Council
Graduate Environmental Health Officer
Trafford
£30,000 - £35,000
Suade
Graduate FinTech Engineer 2025
London
£30,000 - £35,000
Envision Education UK
English Graduate Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start
Hounslow
£19,999
Pick Everard
Graduate Architectural Technologist
Bury St. Edmunds