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11 Nov 2020: The Code of Best Practice states that employers should be willing to offer alternative dates where interviews clash with exams and other important academic demands. ... Some students will accept, and stop looking further for jobs, choosing to focus

29 Sep 2020: exams but also from your Easter term consulting project.

8 Oct 2020: For those starting the process after September 2021, the process has become the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE).

10 Nov 2020: Truth  – You don’t expire as a new graduate within months of your final exams.

11 Dec 2020: The UN only officially works in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic and Chinese, and recruits via an exam system similar to the EC’s competitions.

4 Dec 2020: Video interviews are becoming increasingly popular with graduate employers in the early stages of recruitment. To help you prepare for them, it’s really useful to practice to get a sense of what it’s like before you do the real thing.

29 Sep 2020: in development economics and go on to further study, as just a few examples. ... Economics graduates who want to use their degree often think about working inorinternational organisations.

10 Nov 2020: findingjobs_safejobhunt_0.png What is a scam job? The Careers Service reviews each job advertisement published in Handshake in an effort to ensure jobs are genuine, lawful and non-discriminatory.

29 Sep 2020: exploreopts_selfreflection_0.png Self-reflection will help you identify the things that matter to you most in choosing a career. Try to answer the questions above but remember not to overthink your answers or put yourself under pressure to 'get it

16 Nov 2020: Postdocs can book a 45 minute appointment for mock interviews in academia and outside. For academic interviews, you can practise questions on your research achievements and future objectives, teaching experience and career plans.

7 Dec 2020: these may clash with exams and other important academic demands, religious and cultural obligations or disability requirements or where travel arrangements may be difficult.

6 Dec 2020: disability_support_0.png Access to the Careers Service The Student Services Centre is fully accessible. The Careers Service is on the second floor with lift access. There are accessible toilet facilities throughout the building. Parking is

16 Nov 2020: The Graduate Outcomes survey is a national survey capturing information about the activities and perspectives of graduates 15 months after they finish their studies.

1 Sep 2020: A good application, whether a CV and cover letter or an application form, is critical in getting to the interview stage.

10 Nov 2020: findingjobs_speculativeapps_0.png Writing to organisations who haven't advertised, to ask for work experience or employment can be a good way to secure a job.

2 Dec 2020: We have specialised resources for researchers, and a wealth of essential careers-related resources online. To interact with us, please register on Handshake, our careers platform, using in this quick registration form. Already registered on

29 Sep 2020: Use your degree subject is a good way to start your career planning. You'll get a better understanding of the options open to you from studying your subject and the career opportunities which have been pursued by previous graduates in your subject.

29 Sep 2020: degree_law_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? Each year at least 50% of Cambridge Law graduates go on to take the first step towards qualifying as a barrister or solicitor in the UK (currently, Bar Professional Training Course or Legal Practice

16 Nov 2020: apply_selectiontest_0.png Written tests The written test you’ll be asked to complete usually reflects the sort of activity you will be required to perform in the role you are applying for and may involve writing an essay, email, letter or report

10 Nov 2020: Aspiring Solicitors – supports students to access the legal profession from a wider range of socio-economic backgrounds.

4 Nov 2020: apply_psychometric_0.png Many graduate employers use psychometric tests as part of the recruitment process. A range of tests is often used to determine the skills, knowledge, personality and behaviour of applicants, helping to identify the

29 Sep 2020: degree_music_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? Cambridge graduates with a music degree go into a wide range of career areas.

10 Nov 2020: findingjobs_recagencies_0.png Recruitment agencies can be useful for finding temporary jobs and openings in areas with little direct recruitment (such as the computer games industry). www.agencycentral.co.uk is a useful resource for identifying

1 Sep 2020: An assessment centre is often the final stage of the recruitment process. It is an opportunity for you to find out more about the company and role, and for the company to 'assess' you and decide if you would be a good fit for them.

20 Nov 2020: It may be less resilient to economic pressures and therefore less stable. ... a need to generate income in a tough economic climate.

29 Sep 2020: degree_english_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? The top three sectors that English Cambridge graduates joined were arts and recreation (circa 10% of those who responded), followed by communications (6%) and then publishing (6%).

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29 Sep 2020: A dedicated service with specialist advisers and resources To register on Handshake, our careers platform, please fill in this quick registration form. Already registered on Handshake and can't see the specialist Postdoc Appointments? email us and we

27 Aug 2020: Our expert Careers Consultants have written over 40 introductory sector briefings which will help you to find out if you're suited to the sector, how to get the experience to be credible, how to find positions and funding, tips for success, and what

29 Sep 2020: degree_classics_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? Each year some 30% of Classics graduates from Cambridge undertake further study. For those who do go straight into employment, the most popular sectors are communications, the arts, and public

7 Dec 2020: If your interview is likely to be technical (eg financial, management consultancy, science or economics), prepare in advance.

29 Sep 2020: degree_engineering_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? Cambridge engineers find their way into many careers. Key employment sectors are typically engineering consultancy, research and development, manufacturing, product design, defence and IT.

15 Oct 2020: whats_on_0.png Our events help you build knowledge, learn about opportunities and to connect with organisations. Events range from large careers fairs to sector panels, group discussions and skills workshops.

7 Dec 2020: these may clash with exams and other important academic demands, religious and cultural obligations or disability requirements or where travel arrangements may be difficult.

16 Nov 2020: Adapting your applications for different areas writing.jpg Length and format - While an academic CV can be any length, a non-academic CV is 2 pages maximum. Industry research CVs sit somewhere in between, with a basic 2-page format with

29 Sep 2020: degree_medicine_0.png Nearly all Cambridge Medicine graduates progress into Foundation Training, working as Junior Doctors. The 2 year foundation training programme combines work in a number of medical specialities with additional training.

30 Nov 2020: catchup.png Our Career Essentials programme comprises of a selection of sessions, offering you the opportunity to access career and recruitment advice from our careers consultants, at a time to suit you.

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29 Sep 2020: degree_anglosaxon_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? The top sectors that ASNC Cambridge graduates joined were research (circa 13% of those who responded), followed by communications (9%) and then IT (3%) and publishing (3%) and the charity

12 Nov 2020: graduate_outcomes_0.jpg The Graduate Outcomes survey is a national survey capturing information about the activities and perspectives of graduates 15 months after they finish their studies.

29 Sep 2020: degree_asianmiddleeast_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? The top sectors that AMES Cambridge graduates joined were arts and recreation (circa 17% of those who responded), followed by consulting (17%) and then IT (8%) and charity sector (18%).

29 Sep 2020: degree_psychology_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? The top three sectors that Psychology and Behavioural Science Cambridge graduates joined were Science Research (circa 14% of those who responded) Social, Community and Charity (8%), followed

29 Sep 2020: degree_hsps_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? Each year between a quarter and a third of HSPS graduates from Cambridge undertake further study. A further 6% will commence a law conversion course, currently the first step towards qualifying as a

29 Sep 2020: degree_geography_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? Cambridge geography graduates find their way into many careers.

16 Nov 2020: The process and steps encountered when applying for jobs can vary greatly according to the sector to which you are applying. It may involve submitting additional information with your CV, cover letter and/or application form.

29 Sep 2020: degree_theology_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? The top three sectors that Theology, Religion and Philosophy of Religion Cambridge graduates joined were teaching (circa 20% of those who responded), followed by wellfare professionals (20%) and

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20 Aug 2020: Jenny joined the Careers Service in June 2019 as Director. Previously Director of Careers at the London School of Economics, Jenny Blakesley has over 15 years’ experience in university careers advice.

29 Sep 2020: degree_education_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? The top three sectors that Education Cambridge graduates joined were Teaching (circa 27% of those who responded), followed by Arts and Recreation (7%) and then Public Sector (3%).

7 Dec 2020: disability_support_0.png There is no "one size fits all" approach for disability. Whatever your situation, we can work with and advise you to help make the transition into the workplace as smooth as possible.