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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.

IRIS Software Group
Human Resources Associate
Slough
£20,000 - £25,000

MHA
Corporate Tax Associate ATT/CTA- (Graduate Scheme)- London- September 2025
London

Sparta Global
Project Management Officer
London
£34,000 - £39,000
SS&C Technologies
Graduate Regulatory Compliance Senior Associate
Stirling
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Investment20/20
Investment Specialist Trainee
London
£28,000

AO Shearman
Step into Law Scheme
London
The Bartlett School Of Planning UCL
Postgraduate Teaching Assistant - SRI
London
£40,000+

Daniel Owen Ltd
Recruitment Consultant
£25,000 - £30,000

Toybox
Marketing and Fundraising Officer
Milton Keynes
£25,000 - £30,000
Reekie Machining (David Reekie And Sons Ltd)
Insitu Graduate Project Engineer
Paisley
£30,000 - £35,000
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AtkinsRéalis
Civil and Structural Engineering Graduate Scheme
Cambridge, Peterborough, Birmingham, Crewe, Derby, Whitehaven, York
£30,000 - £35,000
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AtkinsRéalis
Electrical and EC&I Engineering Graduate Scheme
Birmingham, Derby, Nottingham, Whitehaven, York, Leeds, Manchester, Sheffield
£30,000 - £35,000