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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.
Cummins Inc
Placement Student - Aftertreatment Integration Development Engineering
Darlington
£23,700
Linklaters LLP
Spring Vacation Scheme
London
£19,999
Linklaters LLP
Law Training Contract
London
Cummins Inc
Placement Student - Site Facilities
Huddersfield
£23,700
Irwin Mitchell
Trainee Solicitor
Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Chichester, Gatwick, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle, Reading, Sheffield, Southampton
£31,000
Linklaters LLP
Summer Vacation Scheme
London
£19,999
Cummins Inc
Placement Student - Aftertreatment Integration Test Engineering
Darlington
£23,700
Cummins Inc
Placement Student - Compliance Project Support (EMEA)
Darlington
£23,700
Cummins Inc
Placement Student - Regional Facilities
Sandwich
£23,700
Cummins Inc
Placement Student - Health, Safety, and Environment
Darlington
£23,700
Roche
Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship (BSc) - IT Consulting
Welwyn
Pathways 2 NHS Procurement
NHS Procurement Graduate Training Scheme
Bristol, Warrington, Manchester, Leeds, Wakefield, Hull, Scarborough, Grimsby, Bath, Swindon, Birmingham, Maidstone, Sheffield, London, Leicester
£26,530