Now that you have decided on your career path and gained experience to make you a desirable candidate your next task is to make sure that you achieve the goal you have set yourself. Whether this involves setting up a CV or application form or nailing your interview we have a range of resources and advice available to help you reach your target. Please note that the advice on this page is tailored toward the UK job market, information on international opportunities can be found on our Working Abroad page.
You can find a wide range of graduate schemes and jobs on the following sites:
For subject specific job search sites you can use our Degree Related Careers pages or the Prospects What can I do with my degree? pages
See our Using Social Media page for hints and tips on how to use Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and more for your job search
Social MediaPeople can find networking quite a daunting task, especially if they are not naturally outgoing or confident, but it doesn’t have to be!
Networking is all about building relationships with people to help your professional development/career. You can start off with the people you know and make a list of all the connections you already have. Then consider if any could help you make connections in your chosen area.
Our Careers Fairs are also a great opportunity to network with employers. Follow our Top Tips to get the most out of them:
To develop your networking skills further, try our Careers resources and e-books pages for helpful resources.
See our Using Social Media page for hints and tips on how to use Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and more for networking
Social MediaOnly send high quality applications that make a good impression on the employer. This requires you to put considerable time and effort into creating a CV and application that is tailored to each company you apply to.
There are a number of ways that we can help you in your preparation:
You can also send speculative applications for jobs that are not advertised. TARGETjobs has some useful information on making speculative applications for graduate jobs. You can find information on writing a speculative covering letter on our covering letter advice page.
Once you have been selected for interview then you should start thinking about how you can make a good impression on the employer and sell your skills.
If you prepare well you will stand a greater chance of success but if things don’t work out it is important to be able to bounce back and look at other opportunities.