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.
Apprenticeships for 18 Year Olds
Your one-stop guide to apprenticeships for 18-year-olds, where we talk all about the benefits of choosing a Level 4/5 or Degree Apprenticeship.
What is a Sandwich Course?
A sandwich course, or sandwich year, is another way of describing a student placement. Placements are year-long programmes where you’ll take a year out of your degree to work in industry. You’ll work full-time and get paid like any other regular employee.
The Best Universities in the UK
With the UCAS deadline around the corner, we’re here to help you decide which university you should choose, and why. These are the Best Universities in the UK for 2025.
Can you do an Apprenticeship if you Already Have a Degree?
It can be difficult to find work in your chosen field straight out of university. Level 7 degree apprenticeships are a fantastic option, allowing you to gain relevant skills and a Master’s Degree
Application Tips
Stand out with our CVs and application hacks.
How to Write a Placement CV (with template)
To help you craft the ultimate CV and astound recruiters for placements, we’ve put together a step-by-step guide.
Applications Closing Early? Be One Step Ahead!
A lot of students use the deadline date to make sure they get their applications in on time. But employers are now closing their applications before their advertised deadline. Why? And what can you do about it?
Writing an Apprenticeship Cover Letter (with Examples)
A cover letter is a formal letter that accompanies a CV, outlining why you think you’re the right person for the job. Here's a step-by-step guide to perfecting your apprenticeship cover letter.
The 5 Stages of Applying for a Placement
Doing a placement year while you’re at university will dramatically improve your chances of getting a job after you graduate. However, applying for a placement is a little tricky. So we’ve put together a five-step guide to help you through the process.
Interview Tips
Turn interview nerves into confidence and impress employers.
Signs You Will Get the Job After an Interview
You’ve had a job interview and feel good about it. Amazing! But what happens now? How will you know you have the job?
Everything You Need to Know about Apprenticeship Psychometric Tests
Find out how to pass psychometric tests for apprenticeships. A psychometric test is designed to measure your cognitive intelligence and ability to handle certain tasks
Virtual Assessment Centres: Everything You Need to Know to Prepare
Although we might feel like COVID-19 is in the past, it still has effects on the way we work. Many companies changed the way they recruited forever… Enter the virtual assessment centre.
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.
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!
Why you need a Revision Timetable
Download our free timetable template to create a detailed study plan for seven days
How To Deal With Burnout During Exam Season
Whether you’re a planner or a last-minute crammer, exam season is tough. Feeling tired and overwhelmed whilst studying? Follow these steps to get your body into full swing again.
8 Ways to Make Friends at University
There are so many things to be taken into consideration when going to university. Living with new people, possibly moving to a new city, starting a new course… and more. Sometimes it can be extra tricky to know how to balance all this and make friends. So, we asked third-year university student, Lucy, to share her tips on thriving during your time at university.
Working Life
Navigate your first job with ease.
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…
The Social Perks of being an Apprentice
You can meet new people, make lifelong friends and even move out of your parent’s house if you do an apprenticeship
Apprenticeship Accommodation: Everything You Need To know
See how you can secure somewhere to live whilst you complete your apprenticeship
5 Tips for Starting an Apprenticeship
Read our top tips for starting an apprenticeship, from financial to travel considerations
