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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.

Birmingham Graduate Apprenticeship 2026 - Professional Liability
Birmingham

Graduate Consulting - Forensic, Risk and Assurance Autumn 2026 - Leeds
Leeds

Graduate Consulting - Customer and Operations Autumn 2026
Bristol

Birmingham Graduate Apprenticeship 2026 - Crime and Regulatory
Birmingham

KPMG 2026 Abilities Talent Insight Programmes
Birmingham, Manchester

Insight Graduate Abilities Talent - Audit Insight Birmingham 2026
Birmingham

Client Account Analyst
London
£38,000

Graduate Consulting – Regulatory and risk Autumn 2026 - Leeds
Leeds

Graduate Engineers – Bristol
Bristol

Insight Graduate Abilities Talent - Audit Insight Manchester 2026
Manchester

Graduate Engineers – Edinburgh
Edinburgh

Graduate Electronic Engineer
Great Baddow, Chelmsford, Christchurch
£34,000
