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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.
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Royal Air Force
Engineer Officer - Aerosystems
£31,000
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Staffordshire Moorlands District Council & High Peak Borough
Transformation Project Officer (Career Graded)
Leek, Buxton
£25,000 - £30,000
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BNY Mellon
2024 BNY Mellon Summer Internship Program - Operations (Manchester)
Manchester
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Honda
Undergraduate - Financial Planning & Analysis
Bracknell
£22,000
Summer Internship - Building Services - Mechanical
Glasgow
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Royal Air Force
Cyberspace Communication Specialist
UK Nationwide
£18,600 - £27,200
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WSP
2024 Graduate Development Programme (UK) - Earth & Environment
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Bloomberg
2024 Analytics & Sales Programme - Japanese Speakers
London
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Skyscanner
2024 HR Graduate
Edinburgh
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Locate Isle of Man
Teacher of Religious Education - St Ninian's High School
Isle of Man
£38,933 - £49,753
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WSP
2024 Graduate Development Programme – Graduate Nuclear Engineer or Consultant – Earth & Environment
Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Bristol
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BDO
Tax Graduate Programme 2024- South West
Bristol
£26,000