Careers Advice
Career decisions can be overwhelming, but they don’t have to be. Whether you’re choosing your first job or just want to see what’s out there, here you’ll find clear guidance that cuts through the noise.
Exploring Options
Discover career paths that match your interests and strengths.
What To Do After Graduation (From Real Students)
Not sure what to do after university… we’ve all been there. Read our complete guide to navigating grad life and hear from alumni who are now thriving.
5 Questions To Help Your Child Think About Their Future Career
Is your child thinking about what comes next? These five career questions can help you get your child thinking about their future.
The Pros and Cons of Doing a Placement Year
A placement year is a year spent in-between your second and third year of university where you work full-time for a company, gaining first-hand work experience doing real work and earning a salary. Find out how you get one.
The Highest Paid Internships & Placements in the UK
Want to know which industries pay their interns and placement students the best? Or how much you can expect to earn in the area where you live? Keep reading for a breakdown of average salary by industry and region.
Application Tips
Stand out with our CVs and application hacks.
Top Application Tips: Hear from Student Employers
We spoke with recruiters from top employers to get their insider advice on what actually makes applications shine.
How to Write an Apprenticeship CV (With Template)
A step-by-step guide to writing a CV for an apprenticeship, with downloadable template
Writing an Internship Cover Letter (with examples)
You’ve found the perfect internship and own a CV. Now it’s time to get your cover letter together… but how do you go about writing one for an internship?
How to Write an Internship CV (With Template)
Our ultimate step-by-step guide to writing an internship CV (complete with examples and a downloadable template) will help you land more interviews than you know what to do with.
Interview Tips
Turn interview nerves into confidence and impress employers.
How to Ace Your Video Interview
Got a video interview coming up? Here’s everything you need to know about them and how you can get prepared the stress-free way.
Free Download: The Ultimate Interview Toolkit
Whether you’re getting ready for your first ever interview or looking to build your question answering skills, our toolkit will give you the confidence to ace your interview.
What Happens After Applying for an Apprenticeship?
You’re probably wondering what happens after you apply for an apprenticeship. This guide is here to help you through the apprenticeship post-application journey.
6 Job-Landing Questions to Ask at an Interview
When searching for your first professional experience, whether an internship or job placement, it is essential to ask a few questions of your own during the interview. Students entering the workforce today certainly have an uphill climb. The days of simply having a university degree to guarantee a position have passed. Making internships and job placements a valuable resource. HR recruiters and hiring managers want value in their interns. And highlighting your strengths and asking a few key interview questions of your own could qualify you as the perfect candidate. What are the questions to ask during your next internship or job placement interview? Ensuring you ask about the position, your role, and the company will enhance the experience. Let’s take a deeper look at what questions you should have prepared prior to your first internship or job placement interview.
Student Life
Make the most of your university or school experience.
Mental Health At University: Taking Care of Yourself
University can be amazing, but it also be an isolating experience. If you're struggling, here are some ways to look after your mental health at university.
Money Saving Hacks for Students
Your student loan doesn't have to disappear overnight. With a few smart strategies, you can stretch your budget further than you think - and still enjoy university life.
Why You Should Go to A Careers Fair
Whether you're in Year 11 exploring future options or at university and ready to launch your career, careers fairs are super valuable. Here's why careers fairs are worth attending.
5 Fun Revision Games to Boss Your Exams
Feeling the crunch of revision season? Whether it’s GCSEs, A-levels or degree exams, we feel you. It’s hard to stay motivated, but we’re here to help!
Working Life
Navigate your first job with ease.
Ace Your First Day at Work
Gearing up for your first day at work? Internships, Placements, Apprenticeships and Grad Roles: Here's Your Complete Guide to Starting Off with a Bang.
What are my rights on work experience?
Whether you’re doing an internship, placement year or another form of work experience, it’s really important that you are clear on the terms of your employment so that you are not taken advantage of.
8 Steps to Create the Ultimate LinkedIn Profile
Want an inside scoop into the hottest jobs? Get ahead of the curve by following these 8 easy steps and create your ultimate LinkedIn profile…
Apprenticeship Accommodation: Everything You Need To know
See how you can secure somewhere to live whilst you complete your apprenticeship
