When applying for graduate jobs, most people will be eager to make a good impression and spend time on their application forms. Still, there may be a few who leave all the work to the last minute,...
One of the topics that seem to keep being discussed is the choice of degree subject. A degree is definitely one way of working your way towards a career, but are some more useful than others?
There is no doubt that preparation is key when applying for graduate jobs, but so is having the right kind of attitude. Staying focused and not being too nervous is easier said than done, but it will...
When searching for graduate jobs, you will come across a whole host of information, some of which may provide very useful hints and tips and others perhaps not. It is important to critically evaluate...
Every student and graduate wants to be employed at a company where they will enjoy the work and feel like they are making a difference. The main hurdle is catching the eye of an employer, and so...
Studying at university is really good preparation for later life, but there is usually one thing missing from the traditional degree - real work experience. Some degrees offer a year in industry, but...
The state of the economy is still very much an issue at the top of most people's minds. Although things are improving, the jobs market is challenging and it can be difficult to cope with being...
Preparing for interviews is one of the hardest parts of the application process for graduate jobs. It is important to do lots of preparation and discuss questions with people who have gone through it...
With the continued difficulty of getting graduate jobs, embarking on further study has been seen as a viable alternative by more graduates. Not only does another degree give you the chance to enjoy...
All graduates have studied hard for many years to gain qualifications that should in the end help to gain a full-time job. Still, in today's challenging climate, it seems like qualifications are not...
In this challenging climate, where jobs continue to be difficult to come by, can graduates afford to freely choose a career or should they snap up the first offer they receive? Sticking to your...
With the UK economy still struggling and employers being cautious about hiring new recruits, getting a full-time graduate job is difficult indeed. Still, you need to remain determined and keep looking...
During your search for a graduate job, you need to consider what matters most to you, whether it is the salary, office location or opportunities for international travel. Still, probably one of the...
Stories about competition for jobs seem to always be in the press, so you will not be surprised to hear that the graduate jobs market remains tough. Still, as a student or recent graduate, you need to...
In today's graduate jobs market where competition is fierce, standing out from other applicants has become increasingly important. It is essential to realise that you can start differentiating...
One of the most important points to remember about a graduate job is that it is not simply a job, but a foundation for the rest of your career. Therefore, you need to spend considerable time...
Barriers to higher education are frequently mentioned in the press and the discussion includes the importance of going to both a good school and university to secure a place in a professional career....
As the world is getting smaller every day, there is little doubt about the benefits of being well connected internationally not only for companies, but also for you as individuals.
In this difficult graduate jobs market, many students may think about giving up on their search or foregoing activities that they enjoy to make sure that they get an offer.
There is no doubt that applications for graduate jobs are challenging, especially due to the number of tests that need to be taken before even getting an interview. Still, once you get to the final...
When searching for a graduate job, it is likely that you will have some expectations regarding salary, working hours and the type of work involved. Still, how realistic are graduates' expectations of...
There is no substitute for experience. Although this may be a cliche, this saying rings true, since there is no better way of finding out whether a graduate job is right for you, than gaining a real...
Throughout your life you have been working towards some kind of qualification or end goal and so you may not have had the time to stop and think about what you really want to achieve. Gap years are a...
You will have no doubt felt a considerable amount of pressure during interviews as part of the application process, but unfortunately you may be faced with a similar scenario once you start your...
Searching for graduate jobs is a challenging process. It requires commitment both in terms of time and having a positive attitude to look through all of the vacancies and then make decisions about...
Choosing a degree is inevitably a difficult decision but once you have developed greater knowledge of a subject, you will be well equipped with different techniques to tackle graduate jobs. Still, in...
Applying for graduate jobs is a challenging process as there are many stages involved. Firstly, you need to choose the industry, then the company and finally the specific role. Still, probably the...
It seems that the same story is set to continue when it comes to the graduate jobs market. In the context of this difficult economic climate, most companies are trying to restrict their costs and so...
Work experience is a valuable way of gaining an insight into companies and seeing whether you would like to do a particular graduate job in the long-term.
In this difficult economic climate, where jobs seem ever harder to come by, it may seem appealing to accept the first offer you receive with no hesitation.
The current economic climate has made life more difficult for companies across all sectors. This increased strain on businesses may have translated into greater pressure placed on employees. Working...
In the current economic climate many people are struggling to find jobs. The more time that people are unemployed, the harder it is for them to find work, so any kind of experience is beneficial....
With the recent hike in tuition fees, a considerable number of students have to make decisions about whether to go to university. In effect, they are doing a cost-benefit analysis to see whether it is...
The classic stereotype of an accountant to many people is based around simply adding up numbers. However, in today's modern commercial world, working as an accountant is more like being a business...
