The graduate job market can feel daunting, but taking the right approach to job hunting can make all the difference. Discover the essential strategies, insights and advice you need to land the right graduate job for you.
Key Steps:
Explore sectors and career paths
Use Prospects subject guides, job profiles and our careers resources to research industries, understand different roles and identify what might suit your interests, values and skills.
Stay aware of timelines
Many graduate schemes open in the autumn, often recruiting months in advance. But from now onwards, graduate entry roles start being advertised ready for a May/June start, so it’s the perfect time to begin your search.
Tailor every application
Employers expect clear, specific examples of your skills and experience. Adapt your CV, application answers and cover letters to each role to show why you’re a strong fit.
Prepare for assessments
From interviews and video tasks to online tests and assessment centres, preparation is key. Use our online practice tool to build confidence for everything you might face.
Want to learn more?
Join our upcoming workshop: Exploring the Graduate Job Market
📅 Thu 26 Feb | 13:15 – 14:15 | Online
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Read our Quick Guide to finding a Graduate Job which will support you through your graduate job hunt
📚 Read here (or pick up a copy in firstpoint)
If you’re not sure what job you’re searching for, don’t panic. Check out our Career Planner. Whether you need some career inspiration, want to find out more about jobs, or just don’t have a clue what to do next, this interactive pathway will help.
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