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.
The Best Places for Internships in the UK
Analysing our review data, we’ve been able to pinpoint where the best locations are for internships in the UK based on the best reviewed, the average salary and per sector.
Apprenticeships: What Parents Need to Know
Interested in apprenticeships for your child? Read our no-nonsense guide to apprenticeships so that parents can do everything to help their child make an informed decision about their future.
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 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.
Application Tips
Stand out with our CVs and application hacks.
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?
Writing a Graduate Job Cover Letter (with examples)
Found a graduate scheme or job you really love? Here's how to write a graduate cover letter that'll get you an interview.
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
Interview Tips
Turn interview nerves into confidence and impress employers.
Common Apprenticeship Interview Questions (And How To Answer Them)
How to answer questions during an apprenticeship interview, including example answers and what questions you should ask
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.
Student Life
Make the most of your university or school experience.
Commuting To University: Will I Miss Out?
Thinking the big move to uni isn’t your thing? Read our complete guide to commuting to university to weigh up the pros and cons.
5 Ways to Network at University
Building your professional network is one of the smartest things you can do for your career. Here are five practical ways to start networking at university.
Feeling lonely at uni? Here’s what you can do
Feeling lonely at university? You're not alone. Here's what you can do to overcome loneliness as a student.
Can I Change My University Course?
Thinking you may have made the wrong decision when choosing your university course? Read our complete guide to getting back on track!
Working Life
Navigate your first job with ease.
5 Tips for Starting an Apprenticeship
Read our top tips for starting an apprenticeship, from financial to travel considerations
5 things I learned on my Placement
Our graduate marketing executive Grace has been there and done it as a placement student. Here are her top tips for getting the most out of your placement year.
Apprenticeship Success Stories
These students were just like you, now they're doing big things at their apprenticeships. Here are their stories.
Why I Regret Doing an Unpaid Internship
Hey, I'm Louise and I've been where you are now. I spent months doing unpaid internships. You deserve to be paid for your time. Here’s why you should never work for free.