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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.

Siemens Mobility
Engineering Safety and Assurance Internship - 12 Months
Northampton
£23,400

MHA
Accounts Junior ICAS (Graduate Scheme) - Aberdeen - September 2025
Aberdeen

BT Group
Software Engineering Graduate - Belfast
Belfast
£30,000 - £35,000

BT Group
Digital Software Engineering Industrial Placement - London
London
£20,000 - £25,000

RSM
Audit Assistant - Placement - Aberdeen - August 2025
Aberdeen

Mayer Brown International LLP
Training Contract 2027
London
£40,000+

EY
Assurance Graduate Programmes - September 2025
Newcastle

EY
Mobility, Reward and Immigration Graduate Programme – September 2025
Leeds, Newcastle

AlphaSights
Associate, Client Service, Mandarin Speaker, 2025
Shanghai
£20,000 - £25,000

EY
Technology Risk Summer Internship - July 2025
Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester
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Kingspan
Kingspan Graduate Programme – Maintenance Engineer – Multiple locations – 2025
Opole, Nordkirchen, Trier

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