My Experience on the NHS Graduate Management Training Scheme
August 28, 2018
By Freya Parker, MSci Natural Sciences (2017) In my final year of my degree, I secured a place on the NHS Graduate Management Training Scheme (GMTS) as a General Management Trainee. My experience so far has been challenging, fast-paced and, at times, I have felt out of my comfort zone. However, I am really grateful for how this has shaped my …
Why I Chose a Graduate Scheme and How I Landed My Place on One
January 8, 2018
By Alex McQuillan, MEng Mechanical Engineering (2016) During my final year, I decided to apply for graduate schemes because I wanted a definitive progression system and structure including set salary increases, professional development courses and rotations around various departments. I felt that working in different departments would give me a better understanding of a company …
10 and a Half Reasons to Come to the Graduate Jobs Fair
June 2, 2017
There are so many reasons to come to our Graduate Jobs Fair on Monday 10 June and you may have seen some appearing on our Facebook and Twitter pages already. Discover what this event has to offer you: 1. Graduate vacancies for 2019 and beyond We’ve got fantastic opportunities from a range of organisations across …
Your Questions Answered: Working as an English Teacher Abroad
December 13, 2016
By Alice Gould, LLB (Hons) Law with European Law (2016) In April of this year I was very excited to find out that my first ever assessment day had been successful. This meant that in a few months’ time I would be teaching in China. Fast forward seven months and I’ve been through a terrifying visa …
How I Secured a Place on a Graduate Training Scheme
August 16, 2016
By Tim Calderhead, BA Joint Hons Philosophy and Theology, graduated 2013 I decided a graduate training scheme was right for me for two reasons: I wanted to be part of a cohort of colleagues my own age, and work for a company that provided lots of opportunities both internally and internationally. After 37 job applications …
Three Things Finalists Need to Know About the Graduate Jobs Fair
May 10, 2016
If you’re a finalist or postgraduate, we know this is a busy time for you. Adding extra dates to your diary might be the last thing on your mind. So let’s get to the point. Here are three reasons why you should stick around until the 10 June and put the Graduate Jobs Fair in …
How I Survived My First Assessment Centre
April 29, 2016
By Alice Gould, student blogger After the stress of January exams and coursework deadlines had finally come to a close, it suddenly dawned on me that I will be graduating very soon. I don’t have much longer left as a student. In barely a few months, I am going to have to face the fact …
What Is a Graduate Scheme? Part Two: Myths Busted
January 5, 2016
By Suzanne McGregor, Careers and Employability Consultant Over the past couple of weeks we have received some questions about graduate schemes. We decided to put a selection of your questions to Suzanne to answer! I can only apply in my final year You can apply for a graduate scheme at any point during your final year …
Start as a graduate; emerge as a professional in your first 100 days in a new job!
November 24, 2015
By Daniella Dutton, Employability Officer When you start a new job there can be a lot to take in. You will be meeting new colleagues, learning new skills, possibly mastering new transport links and being given more responsibilities than before. To help alleviate some of this stress we have pulled a plan together so you …
What is a graduate scheme?
November 20, 2015
By Suzanne McGregor, Careers and Employability Consultant Are you a final year student searching for graduate roles? Are you also beginning to wonder- what on earth is the difference between a graduate job and a graduate scheme? Fear not, Suzanne is here to explain what it actually means to work on, and apply for, a graduate …
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