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14 Dec 2020: A good CV, cover letter, and application form is critical in getting to the interview stage. Our CVs & Applications books are packed full of examples, so whether you’re preparing for the annual graduate recruitment cycle, or an academic researcher

8 Oct 2020: sector_environment_0.png Where to start Being interested in a career in the environment sector opens up many possibilities. It is an incredibly diverse sector which makes it exciting but also a little daunting if you do not know quite what you

17 Nov 2020: sector_psychology_0.png Where to start There are a range of roles in the psychological professions, all delivering support for patients in different ways and with different entry and training routes. Some will require a British Psychological

8 Oct 2020: degree_law_0.png Where to start For a comprehensive description of the role of a solicitor, as well as a broad career framework, see Prospects and the Beginner’s Guide to a Career in Law. To start to identify law firms which may be of interest

11 Nov 2020: apply_negotiation_0.png Inconvenient interview time? An offer you don't want to accept at this stage? Being pressed by an employer for an early decision? Waiting to hear about other jobs? Wanting to keep open the option of postgraduate study?

10 Nov 2020: exploreopts_timeout_0.png Many people choose to take a gap year after graduating and the reasons for doing so are varied: Didn’t take a gap year pre-Uni and just want to travel before getting a job Need more work experience to decide whether a

8 Oct 2020: sector_acadstem_0.png Where to start To work as a scientist in academia, you need to have a PhD. If you are an undergraduate or Master’s student, more information about postgraduate study is available via the Further Study pages.

8 Oct 2020: sector_gradmed_0.png Where to start Medicine is an intellectually stimulating and varied career path. Many make the decision to explore a medical career after their first degree, or even after a period in the workplace. The common motivation for a

8 Oct 2020: sector_engineering_0.png Where to start Engineering is an incredibly diverse sector. Specialty areas include automotive, engineering consultancy, defence, aerospace, life sciences, power, energy, manufacturing, civil and structural, software, and

8 Oct 2020: sector_it_0.png Where to start IT is a sector in which the demand for talent far outstrips supply. Demand will continue to grow strongly, so if you have the right skills—or want to acquire them—then this area offers many opportunities. The