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Know exactly what you want to do after graduation or havent got a clue? Want to get a job straight away or considering a gap year, postgraduate study or self-employment? Whatever your situation, Bristol University Careers Service and this guide can help you get your future on track. Read on for the following and a great deal more. Choosing the right career Where to find employers in your chosen field Thousands of jobs with employers keen to recruit Bristol graduates Help with applications, interviews and assessment centres Alternative directions gap years, postgraduate study and self-employment Invaluable job-hunting resources how the careers service can help.
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Bristol and your career

4 6 9 Wanted: Bristol graduates! Your five-star Careers Service Make it in the South West
The South West is home to a host of employers from the MOD to the BBC!
10 What do Bristol graduates do? 12 From fresher to finalist
How to get started

14 Get your career sorted! 21 What employers want 22 Job-hunting made easy 25 Help for international students
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Whatever your plans for the future, we can help you to start moving in the right direction.
Explore all your options

26 Do something different 28 A higher degree of success 31 Help for postgraduates
Take action
32 Applications that work 36 Be an interview success
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Job vacancies by sector choose yours and get a head start on the competition!
Jobs and course providers

41 Guide to career sectors, employers and course providers
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JOBS & COURS%S... ONLIN%...

Employers
ACCA....................................................(51) The Actuarial Profession......................53 Accenture..............................................45 Airbus ....................................................47 Allen & Overy LLP ................................57 aquilaheywood ....................................43 Ashurst LLP ..........................................57 Atkins ....................................................41 AWE ........................................................47 BAE Systems ........................47, (48), 52 Baillie Gifford & Co ..............................56 Bain & Company ..................................46 Baker & McKenzie LLP ........................57 Bank of America Merrill Lynch............43 Barclays Capital ..........................56, OBC Barclays Wealth....................................54 Bechtel ..................................................48 Bird & Bird ............................................57 Bloomberg ............................................52 Bond Pearce..........................................58 BNP Paribas Real Estate......................45 Bristows ................................................58 British Council ..................................(64) Catlin Group Limited ............................56 CHP Consulting ....................................43 Denton Wilde Sapte LLP ......................58 Detica Limited ......................................43 Deutsche Bank ..............................43, 54 Diamond Management & Technology Consultants ......................................46 Dixon Wilson ........................................52 DSTL ......................................................48 Enterprise Rent-A-Car ..........................63 Four New Square ..................................58 Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP ..58 Hazlewoods ..........................................52 Hogan Lovells ......................................58 HW Fisher & Company ........................52 ICAEW ....................................................52 The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland ........................................52 IPL ..........................................................43 J A Kemp & Co ......................................62 J.P. Morgan ............................................54 Jaguar Land Rover ..............................48 Johnson Matthey ................................48 Kennedys..............................................58 KPMG ....................................................53 L.E.K. Consulting LLP ..........................46 Lazard....................................................54 LECG Ltd ................................................46 Macfarlanes LLP ..................................58 IFC= inside front cover IBC = inside back cover OBC = outside back cover () = display advertisements Martin Currie Investment Management Ltd ..............................56 Mayer Brown International LLP ..........59 Metaswitch Networks..........................44 Mitsubishi UFJ Securities International plc................................54 Morgan Stanley ............................54, IBC Mott MacDonald ........................(42), 42 National Grid ........................................50 Nationwide Building Society ..............55 NERA Economic Consulting ................46 Network Rail ........................................50 Nomura..................................................54 npower ........................................(61), 61 Oliver Wyman ......................................46 Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (Europe) LLP ....................................59 Osborne Clarke ..........................(59), 59 PKF (UK) LLP ........................................53 PwC ..........................................IFC, 47, 53 RBB Economics ....................................45 Red Gate Software ....................(44), 44 RICS........................................................42 Roland Berger Strategy Consultants ......................................47 Rolls-Royce plc ..........................(49), 50 Rothschild ............................................54 The Royal Bank of Scotland Group ....................44, 55, 63 Sanctuary Group ..................................61 Shearman & Sterling LLP ....................59 Slaughter and May ..............................60 Swiss Re................................................56 Teach First ............................................55 Tessella plc ..........................................44 UHY Hacker Young................................53 Velocix....................................................45 Weil Gotshal & Manges........................60 WPP........................................................62 XXIV Old Buildings ................................60
At your Careers Service website

Go to www.bristol.ac.uk/careers for... graduates in all sectors whom you can read about and contact jobs and opportunities you wont want to miss answers to your questions on topics ranging from further study to how we can help you get that job in our CV and application form workshops more!
Further study
Bath Spa University..............................65 BPP University College ........................65 Cardiff Law School................................65 The College of Law................................65 ESCP Europe Business School ............67 German Academic Exchange Service 67 Imperial College London ......................67 Kaplan Law School ..............................65 University of Warwick ..........................67 UWIC ......................................................66
And dont forget

Go to targetjobs.co.uk to find your ideal graduate job, work placement or part-time job. You can search thousands of vacancies by sector and location, as well as access top-notch careers advice. And go to targetcourses.co.uk if you're considering postgraduate study. Find the right course for you, as well as advice on funding and how your postgraduate study options affect your career prospects.
Bristol and your careerI
Wanted: Bristol graduates!

A degree from the University of Bristol is great news for employers.
etting a degree from the University of Bristol is a great first step to your career with a bit of thought youll be able to use it to the very best advantage.
What is the Bristol advantage?

Why did you choose Bristol? Great reputation, high standards, outstanding research, a huge range of extra-curricular activities. Over three quarters of departments were rated world class or internationally excellent in the last Research Assessment Exercise. Teaching quality is similarly highly ranked. There is a wealth of clubs, societies and extracurricular activities, which allow Bristol students to develop excellent transferable skills and to enhance their personal as well as academic development. You are part of a vibrant student community with students coming from over 100 different countries, providing an unusually diverse culture. Bristol students come with A level results among the highest in the country and over 80 per cent leave with a first or a 2.1. The quality of todays students attracts many recruiters. The Careers Service has close links with all sorts of employers, from blue-chip companies to specialist niche operators. We run one of the largest events programmes of any university, bringing hundreds of recruiters onto the campus. Among many youll recognise are Merrill Lynch, McKinsey, the BBC, Morgan Stanley, Schlumberger, Harvard Business School, Rolls Royce, KPMG, Hewlett Packard, the Civil Service, the Bank of England, Reuters, Cadbury Schweppes, Land Rover, Blind in Business, M&C Saatchi, Shell, Arup, Atkins, Mountbatten Internship Programme, Freshfields, Linklaters, Mars, Deloitte and Airbus UK. The result of all this is real success in getting into internships, jobs and postgraduate study. Thats brought home to us every year when we survey the destinations of all the previous years class of graduates. In the most recent survey, of 2008/2009 graduates, unemployment figures were among the lowest for any university in the UK. The range of activities and careers that our students move into is truly outstanding.
IBristol and your career
As a major graduate employer, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) recognises the contribution the University of Bristol makes in shaping and educating talented individuals. We recruit many students from Bristol into professional services, indicating the quality of education and experience gained by those that study there. We find that Bristol graduates are well rounded and able to demonstrate the skills and competences we look for.
Tamsyn Ford, student recruitment manager, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
GKN relies on the University of Bristol to provide us with a continuous pipeline of talented young people with exceptional levels of technical and personal capabilities. These wellbalanced individuals are fundamental to the continued success of our business in driving expectations and delivering the future growth of our business. We are proud to have a long and valued partnership with the University of Bristol.
Sharon Goymer, recruitment and development manager, GKN
As a leading graduate recruiter Cancer Research UK acknowledges the University of Bristols success in preparing graduates who are able to demonstrate the skills and competences we look for. In 2009 our income was 498 million, which emphasises the business expertise, innovation and marketing talent we are looking for to support our groundbreaking scientific research.
Nikki Soul-Gray, resourcing programmes adviser, Cancer Research UK
Your five-star Careers Service

Make the most of us before you leave Bristol. Were here to help you with everything from individual guidance to workshops, jobs and employers.
e are conveniently located in the heart of the University precinct, just two minutes away from the Hawthorns, between Economics and Politics at 11 Priory Road. Tel: 0117 928 8221. So, visit us! The Careers Service is building number 72 on the University precinct map: www.bristol.ac.uk/university/maps/ precinct-big.html
You can use the PCs to access electronic resources and careers guidance programs, and the photocopier and printing facilities. There are many free publications for you to take away too.
Disabled access
There is an Assistive Technology Room with two PCs for use by visitors with specific access requirements.
Opening times Term: Monday to Friday 10.00 am4.45 pm. Vacation: opening times are more restricted, so please call or check our website.
Visit our website

Youll find: Advice covering everything from how to write a winning CV and application, how to study or work abroad, through to advice on disclosing a disability or networking to find hidden job vacancies. Jobs hundreds of jobs updated daily, including graduate training schemes, internships, part-time/term-time work, vacation schemes and immediate vacancies advertised by employers of every size in every sector.
Courses and events each term features a jam-packed programme of presentations, workshops, fairs and practical sessions on interviews, applications, skills development and career planning. Information resources from details of where to find out about postgraduate study, through to information on different job sectors and options of what you can do with your subject. Careers Network successful Bristol alumni working in a range of different job sectors and organisations who are willing to give you advice and information on your career.
Visit our Information Centre

The Information Centre staff will be able to help you find information on occupations, employers, postgraduate study and funding, international work and study and selection processes (CVs, covering letters, application forms, interviews, assessment centres and graduate aptitude tests), among other topics.
What about when Ive graduated?

Were happy to help people after theyve left. If you decide not to look for work during your final year, you wont have missed out entirely. Lots of students concentrate on getting their degree before starting to job hunt and you should be at no disadvantage if you apply up to a year later.
Information:
Advice Information resources Events Destinations data on Bristol graduates Employability and skills development How to stay informed Job-hunting options Work experience support www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/advice www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/resources www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/events www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/grads/wdgd.asp www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/skills www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/stay-informed.asp www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/jobs www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/workexp
Aimed at:
Bristol graduates International students Postgraduate students www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/grads/uob.asp www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/intstuds/ www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/postgrads
Which services can I access? Many services and resources will remain open to you once you have registered with us as a Bristol graduate. If youre travelling a distance to see us its best to phone beforehand to check exactly whats available on the day. What if I live far away? Alternatively you might be able to use a careers service at a university nearer to your home. Most university careers services allow graduates from elsewhere to make limited use of their facilities, although the level of service varies.
We recommend that you check with the universities careers services before making a journey. How much will it cost? For your first three years after graduation you can register to use the Careers Service for free. You will be able to access selected services and resources both within the Information Centre and from a distance. After three years a fee is payable. Full details of available services and resources, as well as the registration process, are available at: www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/grads/uob.asp.
Information, advice and guidance on offer

Whats available? What is it? 15 minutes with a Careers Adviser on any topic. No booking ahead just call in and sign up. Most days 10.00 am3.45 pm, except Wednesdays when it starts at 1.00 pm. More restricted in vacation, so check the website or ring before coming in. Who is it for? Anybody at the university, as well as graduates. Useful whether youre just starting to choose a career or looking for detailed specific help. We see approximately 4,000 students on drop-in each year. Popular for CV and application form checks. Return as often as you like. Everyone. Allows more time to talk through career plans and more detailed discussion. Careers interviews can help you focus yourself and formulate effective strategies to allow you to progress. Can be useful if you have complex or sensitive issues to discuss. Anyone who wants to prepare for an interview or improve their technique. Very popular, so book in advance. You will need to provide information on the sorts of role you are applying for as well as a completed CV or application form. Everyone is welcome, but especially popular with penultimate and final years plus postgrads.
Drop-in
www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/essentials/whnadv.asp
Longer discussions
Longer 45-minute discussion with a Careers Adviser which can help you with more detailed queries and guidance. Need to book at reception. Only available if you have already had a drop-in session.
Practice interviews
Three people take turns to be interviewed by a Careers Adviser, who asks typical questions. Run most weeks.
Skills workshops
From 30 minute Quick-fix sessions to two-hour skills workshops covering topics from interview skills to commercial awareness. Led by careers staff as well as representatives from large companies. Events run in the autumn, spring and summer terms. You need to book. Mostly in the autumn and spring terms topics such as working for charities or environmental organisations, careers in science, careers in teaching or applying for postgraduate-entry medicine. Delivered by careers staff, as well as relevant guest speakers. You may have to book. Mostly in the autumn and spring terms. Employers deliver presentations about themselves and what they do, as well as providing information about their application processes. Employers also participate in panels, made up of several employers, answering questions on recruitment and selection and what they look for in candidates. Three- and four-day courses in management and media. Talks and exercises led by current professionals. Theres a fee and you need to book well in advance, as they are very popular.
Talks
Absolutely anyone.
Employer presentations and panels
Anyone can attend.
Insight courses (Management and Media) Online graduate aptitude tests Careers fairs
Anyone wanting to learn about a broad career area, while developing skills such as teamworking. Mostly penultimate or final years, plus postgrads, although anyone can attend. Anyone, but particularly useful for finalists who are job hunting and/or going to attend a selection centre. Aimed at students looking for opportunities either after graduation or for the summer vacation.
Numerical and verbal reasoning tests accessible through our website. Written feedback is provided upon completion.
www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/advice-numeracy.asp
There are five, including: engineering and IT, investment banking and management consultancy, and law. All are in the autumn, except for the summer fair. No need to book except for the law fair.
I consulted the Careers Service

NAME Simon Beckett DEGREE BSc mechanical engineering, 2006 JOB Graduate engineer EMPLOYER Atkins Oil & Gas
I really enjoy my job

NAME Laura Cawley DEGREE BSc zoology, 2000; MSc ecology and management of the natural environment, 2005 JOB Ecologist EMPLOYER Cresswell Associates
I joined my company straight after graduation in 2006. My first position was in Bristol at Atkins Nuclear, where I assessed structures and pipelines against seismic loading for British Energy. I then arranged a year-long secondment to Atkins Defence in Derby, where I designed highintegrity lift equipment for Rolls-Royce. My current role involves assessing the structural integrity of offshore structures (oil platforms and wind turbines) for Atkins Oil & Gas in London. I'm really enjoying working for a flexible company alongside lots of other graduates. At Bristol I consulted the Careers Service for advice on what to include in my CV, covering letters and application forms. They also helped me to prepare for those awkward interview questions for which I had no answers.
After graduation I found it difficult to get a job in ecology without having a lot of practical experience, so I worked in financial services while saving up to do an MSc in ecology and management of the natural environment at Bristol University. I used the Careers Service to research jobs and employers in the environmental/ecological sector and also visited them to have my MSc application form checked. It was really helpful and I found the staff very encouraging. I now really enjoy my job. It is varied and challenging and its great to work in a team of like-minded people who are enthusiastic about the work they do.
Events at Bristol 20102011

Event
Autumn term presentations Talks on networking, commercial awareness, CVs and applications, and interviews Law for non-lawyers talk Investment bank and management consultancy evening The Insider panel of recent graduate recruits Autumn recruitment fair Careers in teaching talk Engineering and IT fair Finding work in the UK for international students Careers in marketing, advertising and PR Vacations, internships and placements (VIP week) Careers in science evening Careers NOT in business talk Law fair Careers in public sector talk Environmental careers talk Careers in Bristol Selection perfection week Graduate entry to medicine talk Insight into media Summer recruitment fair Insight into management
Date
OctoberDecember 2010 Autumn and spring terms 11 October 2010 18 October 2010 21 and 26 October 2010 27 and 28 October 2010 14 October 2010 13 October 2010 1 November 2010 Spring term 2011 Week commencing 1 November 2 November 2010 15 November 2010 17 and 18 November 2010 18 November 2010 22 November 2010 Spring term 2011 January 2011 Spring term 2011 Spring term 2011 June 2011 September 2011
Make it in the South West

You dont have to leave your student days behind entirely when you graduate. Bristol is home to a diverse range of employers offering many interesting roles.
s a regional capital Bristol offers a reasonably wide selection of graduate opportunities. The following illustrates the range of employers based here. Major employers are aero-industry companies such as Rolls-Royce, Airbus and BAE Systems. Electronics, IT and civil engineering firms, numerous software companies and employers such as Orange and Hewlett Packard, as well as many of the large engineering consultancies have offices here. Bristol is an important financial centre, with companies such as AXA Sun Life, Bristol and West, and Lloyds TSB being well represented, as are law, accountancy and other professional services. The development of the Temple Quay business area, close to Temple Meads station, is further fuelling the expansion of these sectors. Public sector employers include not just local councils and health service trusts but outposts of national government, including the MoDs Defence Equipment and Support and the Government Office for the South West. Dont forget Bristols two universities, which are among the regions largest employers last year, for example, around 100 ex-Bristol students, many of them postgrads, started work with the University of Bristol. The city is a major retail centre and the new Cabot Circus shopping centre in Broadmead has boosted opportunities in this sector. Bristol is also home to Aardman Animation and the BBCs Natural History Unit, which form the backbone of a flourishing media industry.
get started locally. And if youre keen to work for a major name youll find that, although Bristol has its share of big companies, the local economy is dominated by smaller and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). In any case, larger companies often expect considerable mobility from their graduate trainees and assume that you would be prepared to work in other areas, so even if you started your career in Bristol this doesnt guarantee you would stay here. If you have the initiative, a job with a smaller company may allow you more scope for managing and developing your career. Jobs with smaller and medium-sized employers can offer prospects comparable
to traditional graduate employers, yet with more opportunity to remain Bristol based.
Facing the competition

In summary, many students are keen to stay in Bristol after graduation, so competition for local graduate vacancies can be quite fierce. The area also attracts experienced graduates from elsewhere. Expanding your search to include towns such as Swindon, Bath and Cheltenham can be worthwhile, bringing in major employers such as GCHQ, Motorola, Intel and Nationwide. Cardiff and South Wales are also within reasonable commuting distance.
Further information
www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/jobs/local.asp www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/grads/dlhe/ southwest.asp Vacancies on the University of Bristol www.bristol.ac.uk/jobs and UWE www.uwe.ac.uk/vacancies websites Bristol City Council vacancies bulletin www.bristol.gov.uk Search for local employers under Careers Service website jobs section www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/jobs Bristol Evening Post job vacancies (Wednesday) GRADSOUTHWEST is an online vacancy service for all the universities in the South West of England, which collates job vacancies from all the higher education institutions in the region. Students and graduates can register to use the site, which will then allow them access to a wider range of job vacancies and volunteering opportunities.
Working for smaller companies

However, Bristol remains a medium-sized city rather than a large conurbation. As such it doesnt have quite the number and variety of opportunities offered by the UKs biggest population centres. With some careers fashion or investment banking, for example its very difficult to
What do Bristol graduates do?

Chefs, clinical psychologists, TV comedians, teachers... successful Bristol alumni can be found in all walks of life.
round 4,000 graduates leave Bristol every year. Roughly 60 per cent start work, just over a fifth (20 per cent) go on to further study and 6 per cent go travelling or do voluntary work. Fewer than seven per cent are unemployed for any length of time. There are a wide range of options that you could find yourself doing after you graduate. Find more information on alternatives to fulltime employment on pages 2631.
A traditional graduate traineeship

This is a job with training attached, with a large firm in a sector such as finance, manufacturing, management consultancy, engineering, IT or advertising. These are the employers most likely to attend recruitment fairs or to use the milkround. Smaller and medium-sized firms also offer some opportunities, as do occasional employers in fields such as charity work. Entry onto one of these schemes is usually
very competitive and some students choose to put off applying until after they have graduated. In many fields of work, few formal training opportunities exist, so people have to find less structured entry routes than a graduate training scheme.
Temporary work
Many graduates start here, needing to pay off debts, sort out their career ideas or save money for travelling. Relevant
Just a few of the career routes Bristol graduates have gone on to over the past few years...
Accountant, Actor, Actuary trainee, Advertising and PR, Army, Barrister, Chef, Chemist, Civil engineer, Civil servant (Fast Stream), Clergy, Clinical psychologist, Clinical trials, Consultant engineer, Doctor, Economist, Editor, Educational psychologist, Environmental consultant, Estate agent, Financial analyst, Fitness instructor, Geologist, Housing officer, Insurance, Investment banker, Journalist (broadcast/newspaper), Management consultant, Market researcher, Marketing executive, Mechanical engineer, Media researcher, Medical scientist, Member of Parliament, Meteorologist, Musician, Parliamentary assistant, Plumber, Physicist, Police officer, Policy officer, Political adviser, Publican, Publishing, Radio DJ, Recruitment consultant, Research assistant/associate, Royal Navy, Social worker, Software engineer, Solicitor, Stagiare/intern (EU), TEFL teacher, Teacher, Travel tour leader, TV presenter, Youth and community worker.
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temporary work can sometimes provide essential experience for people hoping to move into professional areas such as librarianship or social work. Usually graduates will move on to something more permanent after a few months.
Self-employment
We find that rather few Bristol graduates start out directly in self-employment, although for many its a long-term goal. The university is taking active steps to encourage enterprise and entrepreneurship, most notably by RED (Research and Enterprise Development). Elsewhere, organisations such as the Princes Trust, LiveWIRE and Bristols own BRAVE Enterprise are there to help would-be entrepreneurs. Check our website and visit the Careers Information Centre for more ideas: www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/ careersin/self-employment.asp
Illustrious alumni
Bristol has produced many famous faces and you will find them at the top of their profession in many different areas. Your knowledge of well known alumni may depend on your interests, but here are a few for starters:
Time out/travelling
A number of graduates choose to postpone permanent work for up to a year and either work in the UK first to save for a trip, or combine work and travel. Teaching English anywhere from Japan to Poland is common although many seem to opt for casual work in Australia! A year out can be a useful experience that allows you to build awareness and skills. Be sure to watch your timing though if you return at the wrong time of the year you can miss the recruitment cycle for another year.
Matt Lucas (BA drama

19935). Writer, comedian and actor: he paired up with David Walliams to create Rock Profiles in 2001. This was followed by the hugely successful Little Britain.
David Walliams (BA drama 1992). Writer, comedian and actor, partners Matt Lucas in Little Britain. David Nicholls (BA drama & English 1988). Scriptwriter: TV credits include Cold Feet, Rescue Me and I Saw You. Charlotte Uhlenbroek (BSc psychology & zoology 1988; PhD biological sciences 1997 animal communication). Wildlife TV presenter, credits include Congos Secret Chimps, Talking with Animals and Jungle. Derren Brown (LLB 1994).
Illusionist/hypnotist. Live performer and TV presenter, including Derren Brown: Mind Control for Channel 4.
Voluntary work
This is a good way to develop the skills and contacts needed to break into fields such as broadcasting, environment, charity work and arts management. Others do it for purely altruistic reasons, wanting to do something for others. Its not uncommon to combine voluntary work with travel and plenty of schemes exist to help you do this. Doing voluntary work at home or abroad is in general a great way to build the skills that all employers value.
Volunteering experience is not simply a platitude of the sector, its often the passport that will get you that interview.
Chris Butler-Stroud, chief executive, Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society
Further information
Explore the My degree where next? section of our website: www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/dept/ The Careers Network is a searchable database of Bristol alumni working in different roles and organisations who are willing to be contacted by students researching their careers www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/network Search the Careers Events programme at www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/events for details about forthcoming events and to sign up. Many talks include Bristol graduates as guest speakers.
Further study
This covers everything from researchbased PhDs to vocational courses needed for professions such as social work, journalism, teaching and law, or even a four-year fast-track medical degree for graduate entrants. Some students also choose conversion courses in fields such as computing and marketing, giving them new skills to add to their first degree.
Sarah Montague (BSc biology

1988). Presenter of BBC Radio 4s Today programme.
Dr Mark Williamson (BEng

1996; PhD Engineering 2003). Director of Innovations The Carbon Trust.
Tom Avery (BSc geography &

geology 1998). Polar explorer. In 2002 became the youngest ever Briton to reach the South Pole. In May 2005, led the team that became the fastest to reach the North Pole on foot.
Class of 2009, six months on...
Working 58.5% Work and study 6.0% Further study 21.5% Unemployed 6.1% Not available (travelling etc) 4.8% Other 3.1%
Sahar Hashemi (LLB 1988). Co-founder of Coffee Republic and author of Anyone Can Do It, bestseller on Amazon business chart. Simon Pegg (BA drama 1991).
Actor/comedian, screenwriter. Credits include Shaun of the Dead, Spaced, Hippies, Faith in the Future, Big Train and Hot Fuzz.
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From fresher to finalist

Simple steps to help you make the most of your time at uni.
degree in itself is no longer enough to impress in todays job market. Employers are looking for interesting people with a track record of involvement, who are prepared to take on responsibility. The range of activities on offer at Bristol is immense and can offer you a chance to do something you enjoy or something youve never tried before, as well as providing evidence, experience and skills that will give you an added edge in job-seeking.
secure a place on a graduate training scheme. Keep up to date with deadlines as its all too easy to miss out on great opportunities. You can leave career planning until after you graduate, but access to advice and information, employers, opportunities (and time!) may be a lot more limited than when you are at university.
How well do you know yourself?

The key to job satisfaction is finding a career that suits you, but this requires some reflection and thinking on your part. Follow our advice in the section on career planning (pages 1420) and take some time to look at what you are good at, what you enjoy, what motivates you and how this fits with your beliefs and values, as an initial basis for thinking about what you want from your career.
Start early if you can

Its never too early to plan for your future, so whatever year you are in, try and set some time aside for career planning. The process starts with initial research into what careers are out there and whether you need experience or other skills to gain entry. Being informed allows you to fully utilise your time as a student to build your CV and gain relevant experience for example, writing for the student newspaper if you aim for a media career, or getting a summer internship to help
Its often not what you know but who...

You may cringe when you hear the term networking, or maybe you dont know
what it means. Networking is a skill worth developing that will boost your career opportunities and help you find out more about careers that interest you. You often network without realising it think about when you have made an important decision, such as buying a computer or car, or choosing your university and course. Who did you ask for information to help support your decision? Friends, family, teachers, shop assistants or other contacts? What did you ask them? Use the same approach for finding out about jobs: what people actually do, how they got into different areas of work, what they like and dont like, useful tips etc. It will give you an insight from people in the know and could lead to work experience or advice on where to find job vacancies. And dont forget to use our Careers Network, which enables you to talk to successful Bristol alumni in a range of jobs who are offering to help current students with advice and information about their career.
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How to make the most of your time at Bristol

When?
First/second year
Get involved
What?
Get involved in university life and develop skills and experience for your CV. Gain work experience, raise your awareness of jobs and improve the skills you can offer to an employer. Start thinking about exploring what you would enjoy doing for a career.
How?
Join clubs and societies. Try out new things, have fun and develop your skills. See page 21 for the skills which employers look for. Research summer jobs on our website. Some are restricted to penultimate-year students, but BUNAC and Camp America are open to first-years. Or you could apply speculatively for work experience in sectors that interest you. If your vacation job isnt directly related to your career aspirations it will still help develop invaluable skills. Look for other ways to give your CV a boost. Could you become a course rep? Do a bit of voluntary or extra-curricular work, like writing for Epigram or get involved in SCA? If youre on a three-year course, think ahead to next term, when you will be a penultimate year. Find out what you need to do and when, so you dont miss out! Read case studies of what graduates are doing now. See www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/ grads/dlhe/casestudies/index.asp Use the Careers Service were here to help with advice and resources to help you make sense of it all.
Think
Explore
Penultimate year (and final year)

Explore
Research
Plan
Act
Explore your options and what you are good at and enjoy doing. Research different career areas and requirements for entry. Attend career events and find out more about organisations and opportunities. Get networking talk to people about their jobs and learn about employers and occupations. Identify how to develop the experience and skills required by employers. Research into further study and available funding. Review application deadlines and apply for internships and work experience.
Use the career planning section of this guide (see pages 1420) to think about your skills, motivation, values and areas of interest and to explore jobs that could match these. Talk your ideas through with a Careers Adviser on drop-in or in a guidance interview. Use Prospects Planner to build a profile of your work preferences and interests and generate job ideas that match these. Available at the Careers Service and online at www.prospects.ac.uk. Read case studies of Bristol graduates for help and advice at www.bristol.ac.uk/ careers/grads/dlhe/casestudies/index.asp Browse our termly events programme for details of fairs, employer presentations, skills training events and help with applications and interviews. Watch out for VIP week at the beginning of November events aimed at anyone looking for vacation work, internships or other placements. Use the Careers Network Bristol alumni in a variety of careers who are willing to offer you advice and information (and sometimes work experience) across a range of sectors. See www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/network/ for more information. Sign up for the Careers Bulletin for updates on events and job opportunities. Register for jobs by e-mail for updates on vacancies in your preferred areas of work see www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/bulletin for details. Attend Insight into Management (September) and Insight into Media (Easter vacation) for excellent introductions to business and media careers and an opportunity to get contacts within these sectors! Sort out a practice interview with a Careers Adviser or attend an interview workshop for invaluable advice and feedback before you face the real thing. Develop your draft applications, CVs and covering letters and have these checked by a Careers Adviser for constructive advice on how to improve them before you send them off to an employer. Research deadlines and early closing dates (eg Civil Service Fast Stream SeptemberNovember, PGCE Primary 1 December) and draw up a plan of action for next year to ensure you know what you need to do by when. Get help with CVs, applications and covering letters in a drop-in session and attend a CVs and applications workshop. Also read pages 3235 of this guide for examples and advice. Look out for Selection Perfection week in January targeted events and practical advice to help you shine at interview and assessment centres and make you the best candidate for the job. If youd like a year out, find out about deferred entry for a job, or plan to be back in the UK for the next set of application deadlines. Come along to a year out talk for more ideas. Register to use us before you leave so that you will still have free access to the Information Centre resources and our jobs, advice, contacts and resources for the two years after you graduate.
Final year and beyond

Research
Apply
Practise
Success!
Apply for graduate jobs and apply speculatively for positions with few advertised vacancies. Prepare yourself for the selection process. Apply for postgraduate courses if applicable. Research travel, work or training opportunities if you want to take a year out.
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Get your career sorted!

Confused and not sure what to do or fairly solid but need a few pointers? Our career-planning guide will help you every step of the way.
1. Know yourself
What do you want from a job? What are your strengths and skills? What interests you? What have you learned from your experiences? What matters to you?
5. Get experience
Get a permanent job, internship, work experience, job shadowing, volunteering work or take part in extra-curricular activities to develop experience Review this experience against your criteria to see if it matches what you are looking for Keep revisiting the career planning process!
2. Explore your options

Research different careers, employers, and study and training opportunities Explore the current job market Find out who you can talk to and where to find out more
4. Take action
Find out what you need to do and when Develop a good CV Improve your applications Find out where to look for jobs and how to apply Prepare for interviews and assessment centres Pursue other useful approaches
3. Review and make choices

Learn to prioritise your options Assess whether your choices are realistic in view of what you can offer, the job market and the opportunities available Find out how you can improve your chances Approach people who can help you to weigh up the pros and cons
Stage 1: know yourself

efore you leap into your job search, think about what you really want out of a job and career. For this stage you need to reflect on everything you have experienced and achieved to date and think about what you have enjoyed and
learned. Reflecting on your past and current experiences will help you gain insight into your personality, interests and motivations, and this will enable you to start to identify the criteria that are important to you in a job. You will also
pinpoint what you can already offer an employer and whether you need any additional experience or skills to gain entry into your chosen area of work. Self-reflection requires patience and sufficient time to really consider whats
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important to you. Its not always the easiest exercise, but it will really help give you some focus in your career planning.
I started thinking about what I loved in life

NAME Ben Hook DEGREE MSci chemistry, 2003; PhD chemistry, 2007 JOB Research & development graduate EMPLOYER Mars, Inc.
What are my skills?

List your past and current experiences: academic studies, achievements, interests and extra-curricular activities. Go through each in turn, thinking about: Which of these did you enjoy and find stimulating, and why? What did you learn from each experience? As you work through your list, try to identify the skills you used and developed. Which skills played a significant role? These are likely to be your key skills those that you are good at and enjoy using. Its good to focus your job search into careers where you will be able to use these to best effect. Youll also need to know which skills employers look for. Have a look at the article on page 21 to see what skills you already have and whether there are any gaps where you need to develop your experience.
I joined the Mars R&D graduate scheme in September 2007 and have recently been signed into a permanent role after three succesful 9-month placements. My current role is in the Chocolate Science team in our chocolate factory in Slough. Our responsibility is to understand the science behind chocolate manufacturing and cocoa so that we can keep on making the best chocolate! And I do make a lot of chocolate its a big part of my job, along with the organisation of my project team and communication with our fellow chocolate teams around the world.
being able to adapt and learn about new things fast: if you can do that, the development opportunities are sky-high. I have also worked on some of the most famous and well-established brands in the world, which is inspiring!
Think about your passions

Why did I apply for this job? With my chemistry background I was heading straight for a career in pharmaceuticals, which would have been fine. Then I started thinking about what I loved in life, and that was food and cooking (who doesnt?!). I was looking for a job combining the need for scientific understanding and culinary creativity and found out about Mars through a consultation with the Careers Service. The R&D graduate scheme seemed to fit the bill perfectly, as it is specifically for science geeks like me. I have never looked back the job is constantly challenging and inspiring. And, of course, there is the free chocolate...
Plenty of variety
The best thing about my graduate scheme is the variety of experience I have had during the first two years of my career. Before this role I was working in the Netherlands looking at the future of the Mars Bar, and before that I was in Slough developing organic milk chocolate. The key is
What are my beliefs, values and interests?

Your beliefs and values can really provide your career with purpose and direction. Think about what is important to you and how this would relate to your career if a positive and friendly working environment or working for an ethical employer is important to you, you should factor this into your job search as otherwise you could feel frustrated. Your interests can also influence your career choice. You can either focus your career around these (eg sportspeople or entertainers) or use them as a context for your job (eg working in the creative or media industries, or in the travel business). However, some people choose to keep interests separate from their working life: its all about whats right for you.
What am I good at?

Your natural qualities, such as a flair for languages or numbers, patience, diplomacy or good intuition could be used to advantage in your career. Your personality can also influence your career choice and job satisfaction. If you are naturally confident you may prefer a job that offers lots of people contact, while if you are more reserved an environment focused on information and tasks might suit you better.
high on your list, or do you place more emphasis on flexible working and work variety? What sort of people do you enjoy being with? Recognise that what is important to you may change over time: a high salary may be essential to pay off student debts in the short term, but job satisfaction and a shorter commute may become important as your career progresses. What type and size of employer would you prefer to work for? If you can find an organisation with a culture that suits you, its more likely that you will enjoy your work. A graduate scheme with a large employer may give you excellent training, a good salary and a social network, but you may find it impersonal and have less direct impact and influence than you might achieve working for a smaller employer. There are pros and cons to both.
Further information
For more help with developing self-knowledge and assessing your career criteria, read How to get a job you love by John Lees, The art of building windmills or What colour is your parachute? Reference copies are available at the Careers Service.
Guidance software tools

Prospects Planner is web based www.prospects.ac.uk/planner, as is TARGETjobs Careers Report targetjobs.co.uk/ careersreport. Pathfinder is available on the Information Centre PCs only. These tools allow you to work through a series of questions about your skills, interests and motivations. Your answers are used to build a personal profile and list careers that might suit you. The questions force you to think about your skills and priorities and are often as valuable as their final career suggestions. www.windmillsonline.co.uk also offers lots of inspiration and ideas.
To sum up...
Once you have made some notes of your preferences, try to prioritise these in order of importance. This will give you a clearer insight into what you are looking for in a job and help with the next stages of career planning.
Chat to a Careers Adviser

If you are finding this stage of career planning tough, bring along your ideas and talk them through with a Careers Adviser. Come for a chat in a drop-in session to start with it may then be possible to book an appointment for a longer discussion to follow your ideas through in more depth.
What work culture will suit me?

Are money and training opportunities
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Stage 2: explore your options

ow that you understand yourself a bit better, you can start to match your profile and job criteria against potential careers. Review the available options using the resources listed opposite. Identify any recurring themes: are you naturally drawn to certain types of jobs? For example, careers involving problemsolving or dealing with people, or roles that require researching and presenting information? Are you automatically rejecting jobs in finance, or those which require persuading and selling skills? By being aware of any themes, you can focus on particular career areas and help to prioritise your options. For each option, think about how it meets the criteria you identified in stage one and consider if there are any conflicts. You may see a need to gain further experience or training, perhaps involving a choice between pursuing postgraduate study or looking for opportunities to gain relevant experience. Try to discuss your ideas with people who can be objective and supportive. This could be family and friends, careers advisers or lecturers in your department, or you could talk to employers and graduates at careers fairs or at events on the careers programme, such as a workshop or presentation.
I got loads of help from the Careers Service

NAME Adrian Westaway DEGREE MEng electrical and electronic engineering, 2004 POSTGRADUATE DEGREE MA in industrial design engineering, Royal College of Art (RCA), 2007
I wasnt sure what I wanted to do in my final year. I liked engineering, and went along to a few company presentations but they only helped me decide I didnt want to work for them. Then I heard about the RCAs course and its been incredible. Its like no other learning environment Ive ever seen, with a class of students from every possible background theres someone from NASA, a guy who spent 10 years making sculptures in the desert, and an investment banker who went mad at all the rubbish products around and decided to try to design his own! Its amazing because most of the learning is from other students. For example, I helped a guy do the electronics for a book that has a digital ink display.
Bristol, but I didnt get in that time. I got loads of help from the Careers Service though, with applications, the folio, encouragement, everything it was brilliant. After university I did everything I could to build up my weak points. I did some photography, started an Open University course in design and got a summer placement in a product design firm. I didnt know the Careers Service help would continue, but this is where I got the most help, and I definitely wouldnt have made it onto the course without it.
Life after graduation

Since graduating, two of my inventions are being supported by the college to try and commercialise them. They helped with the patents and all the legal stuff, and now we're going around in suits trying to sell what was only an idea two years ago. My website has lots more information on my projects at www.foldingbaguette.com.
Getting a place on the course

The college is really good for helping out students financially. But it certainly wasnt easy to get into. I tried once in my final year at
Introducing the Bristol PLuS Award!

When selecting the best candidates employers look for more than academic qualifications. The Bristol PLuS Award recognises professional and life skills in activities outside of your degree and will enable your job application to stand out from the crowd. By completing a PLuS Award you will gain an essential addition to your CV. For more details, go to www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/plusaward
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Career information resources

www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/resources Full details of the range of print and electronic careers information resources available, including: Careers Catalogue searchable database of our holdings, such as books, journals, websites and DVDs www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/catalogue Careers Downloads content from selected events, including audio files (MP3s) of speakers contributions, PowerPoint slides and handouts www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/downloads Careers Network gain inspiration from hundreds of Bristol graduates working in a range of careers who can offer information about their jobs, advice on entry and sometimes opportunities for work experience or vacation work www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/network DVDs watch via the web in streaming media format, including titles on how to be successful at applications, job interviews and assessment centres www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/resources/dvds.asp Employer Links searchable list of employers who have advertised vacancies to Bristol students and graduates www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/jobs/emplinks.asp FunderFinder PIN (People In Need) database of about 4,000 charitable trusts and foundations that give grants to individuals for educational purposes www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/funderfinder Going Global database of international job vacancies, internship opportunities and country-specific careers information www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/going-global Journals details of careers-related journals, from Campaign (advertising industry) to Third Sector (charity sector) www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/resources/ journals.asp I want to work in... guides tailored information and advice about various occupations www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/careersin/ Vault Career Insider occupation and employer industry guides in the form of e-books (PDFs), plus employee surveys www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/vault
Further information
Please visit the Information Centre and talk to Enquiry Desk staff for further details, browse our collections and pick up free copies of employer directories and guides to various occupations www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/essentials/ infocentre.asp Eight Information Centre PCs provide access to Microsoft applications, e-mail and the web, plus access to careers guidance programs. Our newspapers and journals can help you identify vacancies, improve your knowledge of the industry and understand what employers are looking for. Regional job vacancy sources www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/jobs/ regions.asp See Prospects www.prospects.ac.uk and TARGETjobs www.targetjobs.co.uk publications for in-depth advice on career sectors from engineering to teaching.
Very interesting, useful and informative. Does exactly what it says on the tin. One of the most useful things Ive done since I started uni!
Views from students who participated on the Insight into Management course, 2008
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Stage 3: review and make choices

ou now need to start making decisions about which ideas are going to be most viable. To prioritise your options, establish which are most likely to satisfy the career criteria you identified as important in stage one, how these match your skills and experience, and how likely there are to be opportunities in these areas. You may need to compromise: eg if there are two or three areas of interest but one of your main motivations is to pay off your student debts as quickly as you can, you may make your current choice based on the job that will pay the best salary. Its unlikely that the other choices will be closed to you in the future: people can change careers several times in their working lives. As long as you constantly take steps to manage your career and develop the skills and experience that you can offer an employer, you will keep open your options of what you can do in the future as well as in the present. researched your options and that your choice is about fulfilling your criteria, not someone elses. If you think your dreams are unattainable, break your goal down into smaller steps. We have seen Bristol graduates enter an amazing range of careers. It takes drive, persistence and hard work, but dont give up have confidence in yourself and what you can achieve!
Feeling stuck?
Try to identify areas where you are finding it hard to make a decision. Dont get hung up looking for the perfect job. The nature of the job and what youre looking for are likely to change over time. Prioritise whats most important and you will find your work fulfilling. Dont be afraid of making the wrong decision its not for life! By trying out a job you will work out whats important to you and it will help you in your next move. Is anyone else influencing your decision-making? Ensure you have
My role is incredibly varied

NAME Liz Small DEGREE BA French and Spanish, 2007 JOB Project worker, advocacy and participation EMPLOYER Barnardos
I run two projects within Barnardos: one connected with children in care and the other with the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service. I do direct work with children and young people and help staff plan the way they deliver services. A lot of my work is about building links with people and listening to what they need. Having two jobs means my role is incredibly varied. I feel really well suited to the job Im doing now. Charity work is never going to be a great money-spinner but the work/life balance and support are really good.
How to make constructive decisions

To help you make a constructive decision, write down a list of pros and cons for each option, as in the example below.
Discovering my path
I didnt have a clear idea of what I wanted to do when I was at uni and the staff at the Careers Service were really helpful in getting me to think about what areas of work might interest me. They were very patient with my endless application forms and when it all fell apart they were great in getting me to move on and look elsewhere. Its hard to get an idea of what jobs are out there so Id recommend going to get some advice. It wasnt my degree that got me this job but rather the opportunities I had through university and on my year abroad. I think even if youre not sure quite what you want to do its a good idea to get experience or do voluntary work in the areas that you think you might be interested in. Also it might take you a while to get where you want to, but thats normal.
Question: Should I take time out to go travelling? For

Rare chance to take a break between end of studies and starting work. Chance to do something different: experience other cultures and have fun! Could do work experience/volunteering to develop experience and skills in my areas of interest. A chance to reflect on what I want from a career. Develop confidence, skills and experience good for employers.
Against
Not in the UK at crucial time for job applications and interviews. If I dont plan effectively I could drift and end up in a worse position. May not be able to find work experience/volunteering in my areas of interest. Am I putting off making a decision? Can I afford it? Could I gain these while still a student, or in other ways?
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Stage 4: start to take positive action

ake time to research your industry and employers thoroughly to maximise your chances of writing an impressive and successful application. Target those employers who interest you. Remember the list of criteria you identified as important in stage one and try to ensure that the organisations you target are likely to offer the working environment, benefits and organisational culture that match these criteria. The more prepared you are, the more focused and successful your application is likely to be and the more you are likely to impress at interview and get the job you want.
Networking
If you only respond to advertised vacancies you may be successful, but you will often face competition from hundreds of other applicants who have seen the same job. A proactive approach involves speculatively contacting organisations in areas that you are interested in to try to create an opportunity. Initially, your main aim shouldnt just be about finding a salaried position try to find out more about the sector and job, or to request opportunities for job-shadowing and work experience. You can then develop your contacts, insight and experience and put yourself in a much stronger position when a vacancy does come up. If a company genuinely doesnt have any vacancies then they may be able to personally recommend you to other contacts within their field of work.
Develop a CV and make applications

The next step is to start thinking about how to market yourself. See our guide to writing effective and impressive CVs and applications starting on page 32.
Stage 5: gain experience, reflect and review

his stage occurs when you are successful in finding a job and start work, or carry out an internship or work experience and use this time to develop skills and gain insight and experience into an area of work. Always look for ways to develop
your knowledge and skills and periodically take time to reflect on your career direction and whether the job that you are in meets your current criteria for a satisfying and rewarding job. If not, take steps to change the situation by reviewing
what you have learned and working your way through the stages of career planning. Its not a static process but something to engage in regularly to ensure that you feel you have control and direction over your career and enjoy your job.
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Three Bristol graduates explain how they built their careers...

... in the charity sector
NAME Lizzie Towl DEGREE BA Spanish and German, 2005 MOST RECENT JOB Campaigns officer EMPLOYER British Red Cross
... in the environment sector

NAME Maya Herbolzheimer DEGREE BSc geographical sciences, 2005; MSc science communication, 2010 MOST RECENT JOB Paid internship EMPLOYER Centre for Ecology and Hydrology
I got as much as I could out of university, joining numerous societies and pursuing whatever interested me, always attempting to get some qualification at the end of it. I helped organise summer trekking expedition with friends and built up my language skills. I decided I wanted to work in the environmental sector in my final year, when I began to search for work experience to build up my CV. Searching and applying for placements was time-consuming and energy-sapping, as many jobs in the environmental sector demand at least a couple of years experience and sometimes a postgraduate qualification. However, my patience paid off. I was offered work experience at the Oxfam headquarters with their youth team, which gave me a great insight into how a large NGO operates, and the Careers Service helped me find a placement at Bristol Zoological Gardens as an environmental education officer.
... in the media sector

NAME Chris Cox DEGREE BA drama, theatre and film, 2005 MOST RECENT JOB Producer EMPLOYER BBC Radio 1
Being a fundraiser for one of the biggest charities in the world is a great privilege but also a huge responsibility. I need to ensure that we raise enough money each month so that all of our services in the UK and overseas can continue to help people in crisis. Fundraising is a great way to get to know how the charity system works, whichever way you want to take your career. After all, the programmes that charities run all need to be funded! Recently the recession has presented new challenges for fundraisers: finding new and innovative ways to connect with donors is both exciting and challenging.
Im the producer for Nihal on BBC Radio 1. This involves doing everything from studio producing, editing, writing scripts and booking guests, recording material and planning programmes. Prior to my current role I spent the best part of a year working on Switch with Annie Mac and Nick Grimshaw, and the Chris Moyles Show.
Having an impact
The best bits of my job include that Im working for the greatest radio station in the world (in my opinion!) and knowing that what I do has an impact on the millions listening to it. I also get to meet people that Ive always wanted to meet. It is very hard work and can be stressful: the hours are quite strange and can be long. However, its so worth it. Every day is completely different but equally exciting. I spent my whole time at university working at BBC Radio Bristol as a broadcast assistant and co-producer, which ate into a lot of my student fun time. However, it was definitely worth it in terms of getting a job and helped me to become an assistant producer after leaving university.
Getting into charity

I approached the Careers Service at the beginning of my fourth year. It was good to have lots of different options put in front of me and to be put in contact with previous graduates who had secured jobs in the charity sector. I started my fundraising career as a trainee at a fundraising agency (TW CAT). After nine months I was promoted and got a significant salary raise. Entering as a trainee or assistant is definitely a good move if you want to work in charity; although it can feel defeating to be paid peanuts, it pays off in the end. You shouldnt restrict yourself to applying for jobs only with charities that you personally support: naturally you need to have an understanding of a charitys issues, but once you have secured a job you will be able to move to a charity that is closer to your heart.
Securing employment
Since then I have worked for Earthwatch Institute Europe as an environmental engagement officer, helping companies such as Diageo and GlaxoSmithKline to develop their biodiversity and environmental policies. More recently I worked as a communications assistant at Forum for the Future on the Farming Futures project, which communicates the facts about climate change to farmers, land managers and their advisers.
Top tips for working in the media

I got my current job through doing work experience at Radio 1 and then I just stayed on. Good professional experience is the key to unlocking the door to jobs in the media. The Careers Service was also a great help: I got some fantastic tips on how to improve my CV from them. My advice to students is to get as much experience as you can in as many forms of the media as possible, and to get to know a wide range of skills from editing, to writing, to creating and developing ideas. Also, get involved in the student media and keep pestering people for work experience you really need it to get into the media sector. I am also a live performer of illusion, magic and mind-reading, with great reviews from The Guardian, Time Out, and The Observer. Visit www.magiccox.com to see what I do! For more career stories see www.bristol.ac.uk/ careers/grads/dlhe/casestudies/index.asp
Get varied experience

This year I graduated from my MSc in science communication, and am currently doing a paid internship at the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology (part of the National Environment Research Council) near Oxford. My advice for working in this sector is to get as much varied experience as you can to demonstrate the breadth and enthusiasm employers are looking for... and to use the Careers Service. They were very encouraging and a great help to me in my final year!
Extra-curricular activities
While I studied I volunteered at Oxfams finance office and was very involved with the Students Union. I did charity work in Ecuador in my year abroad and worked for a charity in Peru for a year after I graduated, in a more office-based role. This helped show my empathy with the cause, but I possibly lacked the business knowledge required by charities these days. Its important to make sure you have a good balance of evidence for commercial knowledge and volunteer work on your CV.
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What employers want

A degree no longer guarantees a good job. The key to getting ahead is knowing what skills employers want and showing that you have them.
mployers believe that if you can develop skills and experience in one area, you can then transfer these to another context. Thats why you will find that application forms, interviews and assessment centres are all designed to allow you to provide evidence of how you have developed the skills that they require through your current and past
experiences. Although some occupations require specialist knowledge and skills, most employers look for candidates who display a range of key skills that are useful across a wide range of contexts. Think about how you can develop your experience to build on existing skills and develop those where you have gaps or lack examples of what you could offer to
an employer. You also want to bear in mind that if you find a career where the skills required match the skills which you are good at, this can lead to increased job satisfaction and better career prospects. The following table provides examples of skills that employers commonly look for and some ideas to illustrate how to develop them.
Ways of developing transferable skills

Written communication
Writing essays, dissertations, project reports Contributing articles to Epigram or other student publications Developing publicity material for a student society Work experience that includes researching and writing reports, writing letters to customers or producing documentation Giving presentations as part of your course Work experience in retail, bar work or promotions Hall or course representative Mentoring in a school or being a departmental representative on university open days Chairing or organising meetings as chairperson; president or committee member of a student society Managing your workload, work experience and extra-curricular activities throughout your course Organising sports, social or charity events Travelling in vacations or on a gap year Arranging accommodation or work experience on a year abroad Liaising with academics as course representative, suggesting changes to curriculum for students Developing new activities and increasing membership for existing student societies or creating a new society Creating a website Coping with unforeseen circumstances Gaining work experience, fundraising or getting sponsorship using a speculative approach Group work as part of your degree course Event organiser and committee member for student society Member of a sports team Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme Attending Insight into Management or Insight into Media course Work experience working as part of a project team or in a team environment Creative solutions to complex problems in your degree coursework Work experience in a customer-facing environment Overcoming obstacles to achieve a personal goal Spending a year overseas or travelling independently overseas Combining study with part-time work or other commitments Successfully changing course
Oral and interpersonal skills
Planning and organising
Using initiative
Teamwork
Problem solving
Adaptability and flexibility
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Job-hunting made easy

Everything you need to know to take the strain out of finding a job.
The high profile period is OctoberJanuary. Lots of employers advertise and a number visit the campus for fairs, presentations and interviews. Employers in engineering, finance, law, IT and the Civil Service start recruiting early in the academic year. After graduation, from June through the summer. This is the time for a series of national recruitment fairs, including one at Bristol. At this time vacancy publications are thick with advertisements. Lastly, a lot of recruitment is on an ad hoc basis, throughout the year. A number of employers look for graduates as and when they need them.
Each autumn, the Careers Service runs Careers in events on work areas ranging from science to teaching, to the environment and charities. Students are able to listen to speakers from these fields, ask questions and make contacts. Unlike the high profile companies, many employers dont advertise directly with the Careers Service. Make use of the table (opposite) Where to find advertised jobs to find alternative avenues.
How do I find a job?

Advertised jobs Use the table opposite to review where you can search for jobs. Dont just focus on one source. Use a range, sign up for e-mail alerts if offered by your favourite websites and target the websites of companies that really interest you. Dont forget to sign up for jobs by e-mail to have vacancies on our website in your preferred areas of work sent directly to you. Creative job search You might need to be more creative to find vacancies in your field. Creativity means being aware of and tapping into the hidden job market. Often small employers without lots of advertising funds or very popular employers cant or wont need to advertise. This means its a good idea to: research the companies you are interested in get in touch for more information about the company; how they prefer to receive applications; and any opportunities to get experience develop a network of contacts within your areas of interest to ensure you are noticed and remembered. The article Applications that work on page 32 has details on how to make effective speculative applications, including how to write a winning CV and cover letter.
What could I do?

Graduate schemes A big proportion of graduate jobs are advertised by large organisations that place graduates into a structured training scheme in order to sustain graduate level roles. Typical jobs include: law, accountancy, investment banking, human resources, engineering and roles involving a fast-track route to management. Graduate roles exist within small and medium-sized companies as well, but they may not have the same high profile presence or offer the same kind of structured programme of work. See Creative job search below to find out how to reach these companies. Something different Most graduates dont actually want to go into things like investment banking, law or accountancy. The I want to work in pages on the Careers Service website are a good start if you are looking for something different. Charities, central and local government, the education, health and social care sectors all employ graduates. Small and medium-sized firms will also seek to employ graduates, but may use different recruitment methods.
ob-hunting may seem scary, but its not that bad once you break it down into a few simple steps.
When do I need to apply?

It depends on what youre looking for. Job vacancies for new graduates turn up in one of three time zones:
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Networking: the art of establishing and using contacts

Consider everyone you know well, including friends of friends, friends of family, previous employers, people you have contact with through clubs, teams, societies and even your old teachers. If they are aware of your interests, they may be in a position to offer advice, information or even experience. They might know someone you could talk to. Use the Careers Network on the Careers Service website to contact former Bristol graduates they are there for a reason! Establish new contacts. You could contact an organisation in search of information initially. Once you have made an initial contact, you might be in a position to ask for work shadowing or experience. At this stage, you should be seeking to raise your profile and build contacts within the organisation, rather than directly asking them for a job. Focus on getting the information to help you get a job and/or being in the right place at the right time, ie when opportunities arise.
Where to find advertised jobs

On the web
Our website is continually updated with vacancies covering a wide range of sectors and roles: www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/jobs Sign up for Jobs by Email and Emails from Employers to get the latest details sent straight to you: www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/myaccount/emails Visit the online JobShop for part-time and vacation work: www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/jobshop Apart from our own website, www.bristol.ac.uk/careers, you could try targetjobs.co.uk, www.prospects.ac.uk or www.targetedGrad.com, a service for students from top universities. Local websites include gradsouthwest.com and www.thisisbristol.co.uk. See the job-hunting pages on our website for a full list of sources. Look at the I want to work in... pages of our website for information specific to your chosen area. Professional bodies and sector-specific websites are very good options for job-searching: for example, www.sciencejobs.com and www.communitycare.co.uk. The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) is an example of a professional body with a good section on job-hunting. The TARGETjobs GET Directory, The Guardian UK 300, Times Top 100 Graduate Employers and Prospects directories are all general directories advertising a range of graduate employers. The TARGETjobs publications and Inside Careers guides focus on specific sectors and vocational areas. All of these can be picked up from the Careers Service for free. The Guardian, Telegraph, Times, Independent and Financial Times all have appointments sections and focus on different areas of work each day. The easiest way to access all the vacancies is via their websites. See www.londonjobs.co.uk for the Evening Standard vacancy listings. Copies of the Times Higher Education Supplement and The Guardian are available for reference at the Careers Service. The Bristol Evening Post on a Wednesday has job listings. The Bath Chronicles job section is also published on a Wednesday. Look at www.thisisbristol.co.uk for an online version. GradSouthWest.com is a graduate recruitment website that focuses on the South West of England. Register to look at vacancies and to receive e-mail updates. See also www.gowales.co.uk for a resource focusing on the Welsh graduate job market. See www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/jobs/local.asp for local job-hunting information and links. Specialist publications such as New Scientist or Campaign (marketing, PR and advertising) advertise jobs and help you keep up to date with the sector. The I want to work in... section of our website and the job profiles on targetjobs.co.uk and www.prospects.ac.uk are useful to find out which publications exist for your area of interest. The Careers Service subscribes to a number of occupation-related journal titles: www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/resources/journals.asp Employers attend university careers fairs as well as giving presentations throughout the year. They will give you information about the companies and their posts, and this offers an opportunity to network. If you know which employers you have a particular interest in, look at their websites. See www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/fairs for details. Agencies often specialise in finding recruits for particular areas of work. To find the ones who represent the fields you want to enter or a particular geographical location, go to www.rec.co.uk (Recruitment and Employment Confederation) and choose directory of members. If you want to work overseas, go to our job-hunting webpages and choose working abroad you will find specific sites to look at. Alternatively, go to graduatejobsineurope.com or www.prospects.ac.uk and choose countryspecific information for overseas vacancy sources. International students who want to return to their home country to work should read the section on working overseas on page 25 for further information. International vacancies are advertised at www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/jobs as well as within the Going Global database www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/ going-global
Graduate publications and directories
National newspapers
Local sources
Where should I work?

Depending on what you want to do, you may need to show a great deal of flexibility in your preferred location. For example, areas of work such as commercial law, investment banking or certain areas of the media will be largely based in London. Be realistic if you really want to work in, say, Cornwall or the Hebrides, you may find that many areas of work will not exist in that region.
Journals and magazines
Self-employment
Every year a very small proportion of graduates pursue self-employment and for those few, a surprising number of resources and organisations exist to support their ventures. The Princes Trust and Business Link (West) are two such examples of support, as well as Shells LiveWIRE initiative. See I want to work in selfemployment on our website to get a full list of resources and links. Also, see the grey file, E1, in the Information Centre of the Careers Service. Prospects have a guide that you can read and print off covering all aspects you need to consider. You can access this by going to www.prospects.ac.uk, choosing jobs and work and then self-employment.
Employers
Agencies
Overseas vacancies
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Diversity
The Handling discrimination pages at www.prospects.ac.uk are an excellent resource covering aspects of the law in relation to diverse groups, as well as marketing yourself effectively as a graduate, finding positive employers and further sources of support and information. A hard copy entitled A level playing field is available in the Careers Service Information Centre. Also see targetjobs.co.uk for up-to-date information and employers who are hot on diversity issues. Further help and support is available from the following organisations: Employment Opportunities (www.opportunities.org.uk), Disability Employment Advisers, under Access to Work (at Jobcentre Plus) and Skill: National Bureau for Students with Disabilities (www.skill.org.uk). See also the diversity pages on the Careers Service website, which provide additional advice on marketing your disability positively. See also www.blackandasiangrad.ac.uk for information and support.
We also publicise fairs that target graduates from particular regions. If you wish to work in the UK you will face a different set of issues. If you are a citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA) or the spouse or child of an EEA citizen living in the UK, you may work here without a work permit. With very few exceptions, others will need to get permission to work before starting a permanent job in the UK. For vacation or part-time work while studying, the situation is more relaxed but some restrictions remain. Youll find more information on our website, which has a section for international students. Read the advice page for international students (page 25) in this guide for further advice and resources.
FAQs about job-hunting

Q Is it worth asking for deferred entry?
A Some large employers may allow time off before starting but overall only a very small proportion of finalists manage it. Many employers, particularly smaller ones, simply dont have the resources or flexibility to accommodate deferred entry. Autumn term presentations and careers fairs are an ideal opportunity to ask. You could also bring up the subject at a later stage in the selection process if employers have had a chance to become seriously interested in you they may be prepared to be more flexible. Its also worth noting that employers are often more receptive to someone taking a few months off rather than a full year.
Q Can I wait until after I graduate?

A Lots of people concentrate on getting their degree first. Employers have recognised this, resulting in an increase in summer recruitment. And there are plenty who recruit at any time of the year. For the autumn recruiters, you can apply in the autumn after you graduate.
Further information
Go to the job-hunting and current vacancies pages of the Careers Service website See targetjobs.co.uk and www.prospects.ac.uk for job-hunting tips and career sectors (small and mediumsized companies)
Q How many applications can I make?

A An obvious answer might seem as many as possible but a few well-prepared applications will get a much better response than a flood of half-thought-out ones. Engineers, for example, looking for jobs related to their degree often need to complete fewer forms than someone interested in marketing or advertising, where there are usually more applicants per job. Either way, youll be lucky to get away with fewer than eight or nine applications, while many applicants run well into double figures.
Overseas students
You may well be returning to your home country, in which case we have recruitment guides and links to websites.
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Help for international students

International students have access to the same services as UK and EU students, but there are some extra areas of advice and support that you may need.
Working in the UK
Term-time work Use the JobShop for help finding termtime work. If a potential employer is not aware of your right to work while studying you can refer them to the following websites for useful advice: JobShop web pages www.bristol.ac.uk/ careers/jobshop/international.asp and www.ukcisa.org.uk/student/ working_during.php. You will also need to apply for a National Insurance number once you have started working. Work and voluntary experience Both are really useful for enhancing your CV and job applications. They help you achieve a greater understanding of UK culture, job roles, industries, companies and sectors, as well as developing your own transferable skills. Contact a Careers Adviser or the Work Placement Officer at the Careers Service to talk about your options. Graduate jobs and visa issues The Careers Service offers help to all students wishing to apply for graduate jobs through workshops, talks and employer events. However, some UK employers will only accept applications from people who do not require a work permit. Understanding the guidelines related to the different work and training schemes run by the UK government is essential when looking at possible careers in the UK. Knowledge of the visa issues will allow you to evaluate realistically whether an employer will be able to successfully apply for a work permit on your behalf and also help you to explain the process to them if they havent experienced it before. The Careers Service cannot offer advice on visa/immigration issues. If you require further clarification, please refer to the Useful links on this page and visit the International Student Advisory Service based in the Students Union.
Working overseas
Most international students will return to their home country to work. A high degree of planning and research is necessary when applying for jobs or work experience from such a distance. Networking Having graduated from a UK institution you are immediately part of a global community of UK alumni. This provides you with the opportunity to meet not just future friends but also contacts in different industries. Useful contacts include: Global Community of UK Alumni British Council www.britishcouncil.org University of Bristol Alumni Community www.bristol.ac.uk/ alumni/ Careers Network www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/network Networking doesnt just focus on contacting alumni groups; it also involves remaining in regular communication with your friends, family and previous employers for information on any possible opportunities that may interest you. Websites and newspapers Accessing newspapers and recruitment pages from your home country will allow you to understand the local labour market. The following website is great for accessing regional and national newspapers overseas very quickly: www.kidon.com/media-link/index.php. Several job sites now advertise international vacancies and it is possible to access jobs across the world. The websites graduatejobsineurope.com, www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/going-global and www.prospects.ac.uk/links/countries also provide key country-specific information. Research potential companies With the rise of global corporations it is possible that a company in your home
country may be interested in expanding its business interests to the UK, or a UK company may be looking to invest in your home country. UK Trade and Investment (www.ukinvest.gov.uk) provides information about these companies.
Visit the University Careers Service. Take their advice on application forms, interview skills and group working exercises.
Indian engineering graduate, 2008
International toolkit
Careers workshops
The Careers Service has created a programme of workshops aimed specifically at international students. These include: job applications interview skills job-seeking overseas cultural awareness of the UK workplace.
English language skills

Continuing to develop and improve your English language proficiency is essential for finding work in the UK and overseas. At the Careers Service we can give feedback on CVs but do not offer a proofreading service for CVs or application forms, so it is important to build up contacts in Bristol who may be able to help you with checking your grammar and spelling.
Useful links for immigration information

www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/ workingintheuk www.bristol.ac.uk/international www.ukcisa.org.uk www.ukcisa.org.uk/student/ working_after.php www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk www.jcwi.org.uk www.iasuk.org
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Do something different
If youre not ready to plunge into the world of work, there are lots of exciting possibilities out there. Find out how to reap the rewards and minimise the risks.
any Bristol graduates take time out before full-time employment, usually for one of these reasons: to travel to live abroad and maybe learn a language to put something back into society, perhaps through voluntary work to build up the unpaid work experience needed to break into some careers for a rest from exams and deadlines because they dont yet know what they want to do! For information about taking a year out after graduation, see www.bristol.ac.uk/ careers/advice/yearout.asp.
Your options
Work experience (paid or unpaid) Maybe you missed out on the recruitment rounds this year or you know you need to develop experience for your preferred area of work? Maybe you need to raise funds to travel? Its also common for graduates to work while deciding what they want to do. There are lots of opportunities, which range from voluntary or paid work experience to temping or permanent roles. The actual proportion of graduates entering traditional graduate roles is small and there are many other ways of finding work. Be aware though that opportunities for paid internships are much more difficult to find once you have graduated. Other options include paid placements for graduates with the Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) over a period of between 12 and 36 months there are around 400 new vacancies per year covering subject areas from science and engineering to social sciences. For more information, look at: the job-hunting pages of the Careers Service website targetjobs.co.uk/workexperience www.ktponline.co.uk work experience ads on employer websites.
Teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) A popular but often short-term option to use and develop language skills in other countries whilst experiencing the culture and travelling. Opportunities exist in a wide range of destinations. A TEFL qualification is commonly required before you go, although some opportunities exist without this. See the links below. More structured opportunities such as JET (Teaching English in Japan) or the British Council scheme are also available, but these are often more competitive to get onto. For more information, see: I want to work in Languages and TEFL on the Careers Service website www.jetprogramme.org.
Self-employment Some students choose to start their own businesses either on a short-term basis or as a long-term venture. The job-hunting pages show the depth of information and resources available to help you if this is what you want to do. The information on career planning and networking in this guide may also be of interest. Travel and working abroad Careful planning is essential. Travel, whether alone or in a group, will equip you with lots of skills to present to employers. Often, travel is combined with work in some way. This could be fruit picking, bar work, temping (in some countries), ski instructing, working as an au pair and so on.
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If you want to travel abroad but experience work and earn money at the same time, there are a number of options. In some areas, such as Latin America, it is much harder to find work. You are more likely to find better paid work in Australia or Europe. If you are planning to work, you will need to contact the embassy of the countries you plan to visit to check the visa requirements. Working holidays exist in the US, Canada, New Zealand, Australia and South Africa. You might take on a role as a camp counsellor, teaching something such as a sport to children. BUNAC is a good source of further information. Organised schemes may involve work and travel (for example, a conservation expedition). You need to be clear about the costs to you and what they cover, where the money goes and what support will be offered by the company including fundraising support, living conditions and support in the working environment. Also, try to speak to people who have been! For more information, see: www.gapyear.com www.lonelyplanet.com www.statravel.com www.trailfinder.com www.hostels.com www.roughguides.com www.bunac.org.uk www.fco.gov.uk (Foreign and Commonwealth Travel Advice) graduatejobsineurope.com The Working abroad and Year out pages of the Careers Service website. Also the resources in the Information Centre at the Careers Service, eg Work your way around the world and Gap Year Guide Book. Volunteering In the UK or abroad. People choose to volunteer for many reasons personal satisfaction, giving something back, developing experience to use in their chosen profession, learning more about an organisation or combining a structured activity with travel abroad. Employers value voluntary work because it represents a commitment to something, as well as allowing participants to develop important skills such as communication, teamworking and the ability to build relationships/rapport with others. Some opportunities provide funds or benefits, eg accommodation, which may help volunteers to sustain themselves.
For local opportunities, look at www.bristolvolunteers.org.uk. For more information, see: www.do-it.org.uk (national volunteer bureaux good for finding local opportunities) www.vso.org.uk (Voluntary Service Overseas) particularly good for low cost projects, they have a Youth for Development scheme for 1825 year olds www.volunteering.org.uk (National Centre for Volunteering) www.worldwidevolunteering.org.uk www.csv.org.uk www.charity-commission.gov.uk (database of charities and their work) www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/careersin/ charity.asp (information on working in charities).
job market is crucial. Some of the highest profile employers concentrate on autumn term recruitment, with closing dates as early as November. Miss this period, and you may be forced into another year out! So find out as much as possible about the recruitment cycle while you still have easy access to the Careers Service.
Rewards and risks of taking time out

Rewards
The satisfaction of doing something you find really worthwhile and fulfilling before starting work Developing new skills such as time management, languages and flexibility, as well as developing independence Time out to make decisions or test out ideas and gain experience The opportunity to earn some money Experiencing different cultures and lifestyles
Timing and deferred entry

There will come a point when you want to get a permanent job. A few lucky people will have deferred offers waiting for them but most wont. Timing your return to the
What do employers think?

Selectors views on taking a year out vary according to economic climate, company culture and the individual bias of your interviewer. In practice its rarely a problem, particularly as people often feel they have developed considerably as individuals. Its up to you to sell the benefits.
Risks
It is easy to start drifting rather than using your time productively. This is unhelpful in the longer term and not attractive to employers Poor planning can increase risks such as: a disappointing experience, missing the following years recruitment dates, and increasing the risks to your personal safety and that of your possessions.
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A higher degree of success

If you want to gain an advantage in the workplace or pursue an academic career, postgraduate study could be your next step.
ommon reasons for undertaking further study include: You want to study further to set you apart from other graduates: some employers will prefer relevant experience, gained either within or after your degree. You need to be clear on this. In some areas of science, for example, there may be a ceiling to your progression without further qualifications. You want to improve on your first degree classification: be aware that some employers will take a postgraduate qualification into consideration, and others will still consider your undergraduate performance. You really enjoy your subject: this is a common reason and perfectly acceptable, although it is a good idea
to consider your longer-term plans, including what skills your qualification will provide. You are contemplating working within academia or research: without further qualifications this option would not be open to you. You need to consider your areas of interest carefully and get advice from academic staff. You need a particular qualification for your chosen career: for many areas of work, such as law, social work and teaching, a postgraduate qualification may be a prerequisite for entry. However, there may be opportunities to gain the relevant qualifications whilst in the workplace instead of through full-time study. You want more time to consider what you want to do: if you do this, you
should be prepared to spend lots of time looking into the opportunities available and testing them out. It could be that at the end of another year you are no more decided. You need to be able to clearly explain your choice to study further to prospective employers. You are planning to change career path: if you have graduated in one discipline but wish to convert to another, there are some postgraduate courses that facilitate this. For example, the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL), also referred to as the Common Professional Examination (CPE), enables non-law graduates to transfer to this discipline.
Types of course
Taught programmes Taught degrees usually last 12 months and lead to a masters degree. They include lectures and seminars, a research project with a thesis and often examinations. A masters can often be seen as a conversion course after a nonvocational first degree. Entry requirements: although a 2.1 is sometimes required, you can certainly get onto many courses with less. Some masters courses, including most MBAs, require previous work experience. Postgraduate diplomas/certificates Usually vocational, providing professional training for a specific area of work. This type of course will usually last nine months, but may also be studied in addition to employment on a part-time basis. Entry requirements: you will need an undergraduate degree (classifications vary) and potentially some relevant experience. Research degrees Many postgraduate qualifications are entirely research based. Projects are typically chosen by departments and put forward for approval by a research
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council, who provide much of the funding for UK postgraduate research. For this type of study you will normally work towards a PhD, taking roughly three years (although there may also be the option of an MPhil which is usually shorter). Compared with undergraduate study, this can feel rather isolating so youll need selfmotivation, but the compensatory excitement and creativity of original research can be enormous. Talk to your tutor about feasibility and discuss possible fields of research with a potential supervisor this could be an academic in your own department or in another institution who is involved in research that interests you. Entry requirements: entry standards vary, although at least a 2.1 is usually expected. Many PhDs, particularly in arts and humanities, also prefer you to have a masters degree. Part-time study There are a number of part-time postgraduate courses available. They are increasingly popular as financing for full-time courses becomes more difficult. A minority of courses may be available through distance learning. Studying abroad Our website has details about study abroad, as has our Information Centre. You need to find out how the course structure and content differs from UK equivalents. Think carefully about why you want to study overseas and in which country. Application times can be very different from the UK (up to 18 months in advance) and funding is very difficult to find. However, in some countries, tuition fees may be lower. Go to the postgraduate study pages on our website to find out more: www.bristol.ac.uk/ careers/postgrad.
complete a personal statement outlining your suitability and motivations. More information on personal statements can be found on the advice pages of the Careers Service website. Most courses interview candidates, others may select purely on the basis of your application form. Detailed information about the interview process can be found at targetcourses.co.uk and www.prospects.ac.uk within the postgrad study section.
Chatting to a Careers Adviser opened my eyes

NAME Diana Edwards DEGREES MSci physics with astrophysics, 2005; PhD materials science EMPLOYER The Environment Agency
Where to go
Bristols teaching and research reputation means that many graduates choose to continue their studies here. However, it is vital that you choose the right course for you, which may not in fact be in Bristol. Check the reputation of the course by: going to open days (this will provide a useful indicator of whether the course will meet your needs) asking your tutors opinion speaking to a potential supervisor or the course director. For research courses, your relationship with your supervisor is fundamental it is important to investigate who your supervisor might be not being reluctant to ask about job destinations of previous students good vocational courses are keen to let you know their employment record. If you do decide to look elsewhere you should first check Prospects Postgraduate Directory (copies available in our Information Centre) or individual publications in the TARGETjobs series. Advertisements for postgraduate courses also appear in the press particularly in The Guardian (Tuesday) and specialist journals such as New Scientist and Prospects Postgrad.
During the final year of my first degree I asked my project supervisor if there was any chance of continuing to work on my project after graduation. Because Id demonstrated my enthusiasm by approaching him directly, he was happy to support my application for a PhD as long as I achieved a 2.1 in my degree. I received money from a research council and was sponsored by a company. I knew from the start what I would be doing as it was a continuation of my undergraduate project, so I didn't spend months sitting around wondering what I was supposed to be doing. I enjoyed having the freedom to plan my own work schedule and had a very supportive supervisor. My research involved collaborating with several Italian universities on a mosaic conservation project. This gave me the chance to work in Sicily for three weeks and attend an international conference where I presented the work I'd been doing.
Beyond academia
I knew I wanted to move away from academia but was really struggling with what sort of jobs were available. Chatting to a Careers Adviser opened my eyes to the opportunities and how I should be approaching employers as a PhD student. Im now working as an information scientist for the Environment Agency, which involves searching for information for the very diverse range of science projects that we undertake. The company is great to work for and as its so large there are a range of options for my future career.
When should I begin further study?

You dont have to undertake further study immediately after your first degree. The Prospects and targetcourses.co.uk websites outline what you should consider in making a decision. Browse them for further information.
Planning for postgraduate study

PENULTIMATE YEAR
Research your options: find out where you could study, funding options, what previous graduates have subsequently done, whether the course is a requirement for your chosen career. Check application dates. If planning to study in the US, you need to apply this year. applications; also graduate entry medicine and law conversion courses. PhD identify your area of research. See sites such as www.findaphd.com and the other links under the postgrad study pages on our website. Some popular masters courses will take applications this term and the popular courses can fill their places up fast.
How will I get onto the course?

Most courses take applications directly through the department, either by application form, or requesting a CV and/or letter. Some courses with a vocational focus, such as teaching, have a central applications system and you need to apply early. Application forms are available from the department and usually require you to
FINAL YEAR AUTUMN TERM

Apply for: teaching (send application to Graduate Teacher Training Registry) check closing dates for primary and secondary
FINAL YEAR SPRING TERM

Most courses accept applications this term. Sort out finances and apply for funding. Submit formal application for a PhD.
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Where to get funding

Combining different sources
Some students combine part-time work with part-time study, and combine savings and family contributions to pay their fees and living costs. Another option is to investigate the Knowledge Transfer Partnership, which provides schemes combining postgrad study with jobs in industry and research/technology organisations www.ktponline.org.uk. Government research councils provide funds for both PhD and masters study. There are seven research councils covering different areas of study. Some institutions give a small number of awards to cover fees and maintenance ask your department. Career development loans are the most common possibility for vocational courses lasting up to two years. Loan amounts between 3,000 and 8,000 are available from three banks: Barclays, Co-operative Bank and Royal Bank of Scotland. Go to www.direct.gov.uk for more information. Prospects has information on other loan schemes that may be available, including the NatWest schemes associated with both MBA courses and law courses. See the Directory of Grant Making Trusts in the library or the FunderFinder database in our Information Centre. Funderfinder PIN (People in Need) database of about 4000 charitable trusts and foundations that give grants to individuals for educational purposes www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/funderfinder.
Research Council Grants
Bursaries (university, college, department)
Money matters
Its often much easier to get a place than to get the funding. The main sources for funding are the Arts and Humanities Research Board and the various research councils, although a large proportion of students fund themselves in some way. Possible sources of funding are outlined in the table on this page.
Loans
Charities and trusts
Further information
www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/postgrad for information about applying, funding and writing personal statements. targetcourses.co.uk search for taught and research-based courses by subject and institution. Lots of advice on how to choose the right course and improve your career prospects. www.findaphd.com searches across institutions for PhD studentships and research assistant posts. Postgraduate study pages on the Careers Service website. www.prospects.ac.uk Prospects Postgraduate Directories available in the Careers Service Information Centre.
Employer sponsorship
In some cases further vocational study is a prerequisite for the job, for example training contracts with law firms and teacher training. However, once you have found employment, if you can convince your employer that a qualification is worthwhile, they may sponsor you to complete it. These are salaried posts usually offering the opportunity to register for a higher degree. They are advertised in the educational press and on specialist websites such as www.jobs.ac.uk. Disabled students may be eligible for these awards, as well as discretionary awards from individual institutions.
Research assistantship or graduate teaching
Disabled students allowances
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Help for postgraduates

Whether youve signed up for a one-year masters or a PhD, your Careers Service can offer you ongoing advice and support.
ave a look at our guide to career planning (see pages 1420) to help you to decide on your future career path and to assess how well matched your skills are to your choice. Resources such as Prospects Planner, a web-based package, can help you to generate ideas, and the Information Centre in the Careers Service has a wealth of resources to help you explore your options. Careers staff can help you to identify which recruitment websites are appropriate for your specialist area of study.
work experience are key to establishing contacts within this sector. For more academic courses you need to decide whether to continue with a higher research degree (eg to pursue a career in academia) or to enter the job market.
Research students
Employers are increasingly recognising the high levels of transferable skills of PhD graduates. You may be searching for a postdoctoral research position to pursue a career in academia, but many PhD students also seek employment outside academia. A PhD alone is not a guarantee of higherlevel entry into employment, and it is important that you market yourself effectively to employers by demonstrating your personal skills, qualities and work experience.
Networking
Whatever the nature of your postgraduate course, it is a good idea to employ creative job-searching techniques. Talking to current practitioners can be an extremely useful method of job-hunting and helps you to keep in touch with developments in your chosen field. You can collect useful information to strengthen your applications or learn about relevant experience. You can also make yourself known to people who might influence your career progression.
of the employers stated minimum requirements. It is true that employers target undergraduates in their recruitment material, but most will welcome applications from postgraduates and some may offer slightly higher salaries or more rapid progression. It is worth highlighting here that many organisations want applications in the previous autumn term, nearly a year ahead of when the job starts. Many students decide not to apply until after they have finished their studies, but it is important to realise that you will have missed the opportunity to join many of the major employers if you wait. Make sure you are aware of the deadlines for the sectors you are interested in.
Careers in academia
Academia is one of the most competitive fields of work, with only around 20 per cent of research assistants likely to find permanent academic posts (although there is some variation between disciplines). This is mainly dependent on funding opportunities, and it is therefore likely that your early career will consist of a series of short-term contracts. Academic applications should highlight your research experience, teaching experience and any administrative experience. Use your research skills to identify opportunities in academic departments and then target applications to ensure that you demonstrate the right skills to meet their requirements.
Postgraduate toolkit
Careers workshops
The Careers Service has created a programme of workshops aimed specifically at postgraduate students. These include: CV workshop Working towards an academic career Marketing yourself outside academia Interview skills
Masters students
If you are studying for a vocational qualification, your course will be tailored to enhance your knowledge and understanding of your chosen field. Networking and
Vitae
An organisation that aims to enable all researchers to realise their potential. The Vitae website, www.vitae.ac.uk, provides information on many aspects of the PhD programme, including planning, selfdevelopment, supervision, raising your profile, completing your PhD and planning your career.
Other resources
www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/postgrads targetcourses.co.uk Your masters...what next? and Your PhD... what next? are available on www.prospects.ac.uk Careers information and commercial vacancies within the UK are available on www.PhDjobs.com www.jobs.ac.uk Moving on in your career a guide for academic researchers, by Lynda Ali and Barbara Graham. Reference copies are in the Information Centre.
Marketing yourself outside academia

More than 50 per cent of PhD graduates choose to leave academia following the completion of their PhD. A recent UK GRAD survey of PhD graduates who had left academia found that almost 40 per cent of those who responded were working in non-research roles, demonstrating that a wide range of employers are interested in PhD graduates. It can sometimes seem that most vacancies are advertised only for graduates with a first degree, because
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Applications that work

Selling yourself is the key to success, whether youre writing a CV, composing a covering letter or filling in an application form.
mployer advertisements and vacancy websites will tell you the form of application to use it is important to follow their instructions exactly. Whichever method you use, the basic principle is to sell yourself as effectively as possible in order to get to the next stage of recruitment. Be specific, relevant and concise. It is unlikely that you will manage this without researching the company and the role, and also considering the range and relevance of all your experiences to date. Think about things that make you interesting and stand out from other people remember that employers often receive hundreds if not thousands of application forms. Many organisations design their own application forms so that they can get the information they want from candidates.
Application forms
Most large graduate employers have online application forms that you submit through their website. Others may provide an electronic form that can either be printed and posted, or e-mailed back as an attachment. Some organisations may still send paper-based application forms through the post to you. To gather information about you and how your experiences fulfil their requirements, employers usually take one of two approaches. 1. Online applications often present candidates with specific questions that must be answered within a word limit of, say, 200 words. Here are some examples: Give an example of a complex problem you have encountered. How did you resolve it? Describe a difficult or challenging project you have undertaken. Explain
what you did, why you did it and the outcome. The following points will help you succeed: Try to consider why employers ask certain questions what do they hope to establish about you? Complete the form in rough first (and keep a finished copy for yourself). Stick to the word count provided. If there isnt one, resist the temptation to go on forever. Be ruthless cut out every unnecessary word and look for shorter ways to say things. Your form will be easier to read and youll have more space for interesting bits. Dont attach additional sheets of information unless asked to do so. Be as specific as possible. Remember that examples dont have to be big just well illustrated and varied. Make it interesting and believable. You will need to give examples of the things you say you can do dont be tempted to lie or exaggerate as you may be tested at interview. Some organisations build key word searches into their system. Their program may spot words like teamwork or leadership but dont overdo it! Modesty is a surprisingly common shortcoming. Describe yourself in the positive way that organisations like. If you find it hard to get your answers on paper, try saying it in your own words to a friend and get them to make some notes. It may provide a useful base from which to construct a written answer. Be as careful with an online form as with a paper-based form. E-mail can be a casual form of communication, but dont let that seep into your application. Check your spelling, punctuation and grammar carefully or ask someone you trust to do it for you. You can copy and paste your answers from Word so you can spellcheck first, but dont rely only on a spellchecker.
Print the form out to check it this is usually easier than re-reading it on the screen. Structure your answers to questions to stress what you did. Save updates you make to the form as you go along. Check, sign and date the form before you send it! Structuring your answers Break the question down into parts, highlighting any key words. Consider which of your examples are a strong match and choose the best one. Try to use different examples for each question.
Use the STAR acronym

Situation briefly explain the situation Task briefly explain what you had to do Action very clearly and specifically say
what you did
Result explain the outcome (and what you

learned). It is important to be able to show that you have learned from situations and can reflect positively on things that didnt necessarily go well. Employers are looking for candidates who can be developed.
2. Some employers, particularly in the public sector, provide a person specification and detailed job description. On the application form there is a large open space, often referred to as additional information, in which you need to write a statement about your suitability, meeting all the requirements listed on the person specification. When faced with an additional information section, the following things will help you complete it effectively: Begin by confirming why you are applying for the post. Answer every essential requirement from the person specification with
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evidence. Dont expect them to assume anything. Try to use a range of examples but always highlight directly relevant experience. Reflect the terms they use: eg, My excellent communication skills are demonstrable through my You can use the subheadings they provide to structure your statement. Be concise and dont be tempted to waffle because you have a big white space to fill. You are often advised that you may continue onto additional pages if you run out of space, but dont write too much.
Covering letters
Often candidates only focus on their CV and overlook their covering letter. A good covering letter allows you to target your application and stand out from the other applicants. A letter needs to include the following elements: Who you are What you want Why they should consider you Why you want to work for them Take a look at our sample covering letter, which clearly states the job being applied for and the reasons why the application has been made. It also highlights those parts of the CV which are particularly relevant to the work, stressing the skills involved and therefore emphasising your suitability for the job role.
Disclosure
It is completely up to you whether or not you choose to disclose a disability on your application form or covering letter. If you decide to do so, you will need to Speculative applications ensure it is done in a positive way. Focus In some fields three quarters of jobs go on your achievements and draw attention unadvertised. A well-prepared CV will hit to your skills. The publication A level the spot more often than you playing field provides more information might expect. However, it needs on this subject as well as to be sent to a named further sources of help. A individual with the covering 4 Bolton Road copy is available in the letter tailored specifically for Clifton Bristol Information Centre at the that organisation. Dont just BS4 7RD Careers Service. Bear in send out standard letters! You 30 May 2011 mind that once you have can often get contact names been offered an interview, simply by phoning up or by an employer will need looking at advertisements for Ms J Jones information about your other vacancies. Your Penstons eet disability if they are to covering letter should offer a 151 Lower Str London make reasonable range of options, so if no WC2R 7BG adjustments for you. This vacancies are available you may include, for example, can at least establish dent on 25th s e Indepen Dear Ms Jone vertised in Th e buyer as ad extra time for assessment personal contact and stay in post of traine apply for the CV. I would like to exercises or ensuring touch. se a copy of my duate with pecting to gra 2011 and enclo May ol, ex iversity of Brist industrial appropriate access to Think about asking for: dent at the Un ial area of the stu mmerc ar economics to work in a co others. My experience last I am a final ye t I would like h buildings and facilities. The Temporary or part-time fy my ve identified tha negotiating wit g would satis a 2.1. I ha that buyin that involves relate well to alia confirmed ably in a role Employment Services two vacancies spital in Austr sector, prefer icate with and Royal Perth Ho ility to commun rtment to summer at the the most of my skills. My ab ading the head of my depa ticks (disability symbol) Work experience ke ch more costpersu mu needs and ma successful in resulting in a of the nature ted and I was stock control, employers guarantee an Work shadowing any because others was tes changes to the system for to your comp wn buyers. me particularly dra pose for your implement so interview to candidates with A brief visit/half-hour ms this must resources. I am of proble effective use the interesting in ct range and s involved me a disability, providing they chat of your produ ean Society ha the last s Europ rsity of Bristol up. During meet the minimum criteria for An opportunity to meet hip of the Unive siasm in the gro nn to address the active members promote interest and enthu Be My Tony t and I feel tha ents to d to persuade a post. Symbol users display a recent graduate. ole campaign organising ev aign, I manage ring the wh the election camp gagement du tes that I have Parliamentary you will the symbol on all job Once you have sent only student en I hope that this demonstra ying and that This was his society. vement. ntial for bu l personal achie ication skills that are esse advertisements and application your CV and covering this was a rea un ve and comm ion. dri sit commitment, idate for this po forms. A list of local two ticks letter, its useful to follow ring the suitable cand inations fall du consider me a my final exam ase note that employers is available in File 3c, up with a telephone call u. Ple aring from yo to he I look forward in our Information Centre. See a few days afterwards. of June. s first two week also our website, Youll perhaps get some y Yours sincerel www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/ rebuffs but personal advice/disability. All jobs on the contact can be really Careers Service website can be useful. searched for two ticks employers.
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CVs
you go for, the key things to ensure are that it is clearly structured, interesting, targeted and concise. Unless you are applying speculatively, for a job or work experience, you should only ever send a CV if it has been requested on an advertisement.
How long should it be?

Your CV should not exceed two pages, unless the CV is for an academic research post that requires additional information beyond the standard content. Most students opt for two pages. A well planned one-pager can look great, but it can be a challenge to produce. A few employers, usually investment banks, do specify a onepage CV. You can come to a drop-in session for feedback on your CV and covering letter.
What goes in it?

The box below shows the standard information that your CV should hold. When it comes to responsibilities, achievements and interests, everyone is different and these sections often merge together. Organise your information in the way that shows it off best. If you have taken a gap year, depending on what you did, it may be worth including a distinct section to demonstrate all the skills you developed and what you achieved. You can also place voluntary work separately if you want to highlight it. Employers in all sectors are always very receptive to voluntary experience.
What is a CV?
Your CV is a concise factual document, designed to demonstrate to employers exactly how you meet their own criteria. Think of it as an advertisement attractively presented, interesting, to the point and designed for a particular audience. Everybody seems to offer conflicting advice on how a CV should look. This highlights a basic problem no
single style of CV will please everyone. Your CV should be reviewed for each application you make, because no two employers or jobs are the same and they dont ask for exactly the same things. We can offer basic guidelines, which have worked for lots of people over a long time, but if you want to follow another format, thats fine its your CV and you should feel comfortable with it. Whatever style
What should I put in my CV?

Personal details
Name Address Phone E-mail (if checked frequently) Perhaps: nationality Dont include: marital status health
Employment or work experience

(in reverse chronological order) Include work experience, paid or unpaid, however unrelated to the job you are applying for. Expand a little describe the duties and skills even for basic jobs. Include significant achievements and instances in which you added value to the organisation. If appropriate, divide the section into related and other work experience.
Interests and achievements

Dont merely list your interests explain your involvement. If you play in an orchestra, that means time management, persistence, reliability not just grade 8 flute. Emphasise the achievements from each one if youve walked the Pennine Way, say so. Dont drag up minor interests from years ago you may be asked about them.
Education
University, degree subject, class expected or attained College and/or school name A-levels (or equivalent) with subjects and grades GCSEs (no need to list all subjects just number and grades) Dont include: primary/prep school, university and school addresses, examining boards, minor qualifications unless they are directly relevant include them under other skills/achievements.
Other skills (and achievements)

Languages (and fluency), computer skills, speech and drama, Duke of Edinburgh, driving licence (if appropriate).
Responsibilities (and achievements)

Committee memberships, organising social events, student representative. Dont just write treasurer describe what was involved and the skills you developed. Concentrate on your achievements at university over the last three years dont give too much space to school. If your formal responsibilities have been few or are non-existent, dont have a separate section just have an interests section.
Referees
Always get permission first. Ideally one university and one employment. Make sure they havent moved. Give postcodes, phone numbers and e-mail addresses. References available on request is fine if you lack space or havent finalised them yet.
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Different styles of CV
A traditional or chronological CV is probably the most common style of CV, and includes the information, shown within the table on page 34, What should I put in my CV, usually in that order. It can be useful if you have relevant experience, is the simplest format to produce and is easy for the recipient to see what you have done. A skills-based CV focuses on the skills developed through a range of activities (that are not necessarily relevant). To highlight these, the information is arranged within subheadings relating to each of the main skills that an employer is asking for. This is helpful if you have lots of transferable skills but no directly relevant experience, or if you have lots of directly relevant experience that would appear repetitive if demonstrated in the traditional style of CV. Other approaches can be adopted. See the box below for links to find out more and to see a range of example layouts. targetjobs.co.uk has a range of downloadable CV templates plus sectorspecific examples.
An example of a student CV
Katie Saville 27 Guyscliffe Road, Bristol, BS8 4TB 0117 928 8230 07793 200300 ksaville@hotmail.com EDUCATION University of Bristol. BA (Hons) English, anticipated 2.1 Abbeyfield School, Exeter A levels: English A, Philosophy B, French B AS level: Spanish C GCSEs: 7 As, 3 Bs WORK EXPERIENCE Topshop Sales Assistant 20082010 Learned about the positioning of merchandise. Achieved additional sales by assisting customers and understanding their needs. Used creative skills to dress displays to achieve maximum effect. Provided excellent customer service and worked effectively as part of a large team. Demonstrated attention to detail, checking and accepting deliveries. Ridgeway Office Solutions Office Assistant General office duties, word processing, talking to suppliers. Maintained a database of customer and supplier information. Worked flexibly to ensure last minute orders were met. Summer 2010 20082011 20012008
Jobs outside the UK

Employers in other countries may have different expectations of how your CV should look. European and US models are typically shorter and carry less information on personal interests than the UK pattern. For worldwide examples, go to the Global CV and Resum Guide in the Information Centre and look at the country-specific advice for applications in the country-by-country profiles on targetjobs.eu and prospects.ac.uk.
One Stop Newsagents Sales Assistant 20072008 Took a proactive approach to problem solving, in relation to the display of underselling brands. Discussed ideas with the manager with the outcome of increased sales. Served customers, ensured the shop was stocked and tidy. Demonstrated reliability and enthusiasm during early morning shifts. VOLUNTARY WORK RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS Hillyfields Community Lunch Club, Bristol Volunteer Helper 2005 2006 Engaged elderly visitors in lively conversation. University of Bristol Social Secretary, Netball Team, 20092010
Further information
Go to the advice pages of our website, www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/advice, which includes PDFs of our CV, covering letter and application forms booklets. Use targetjobs.co.uk and www.prospects.ac.uk/links/appsinterviews to see a range of styles and layouts of CVs. We have produced booklets on CVs and application forms, available in the Information Centre. There are also a number of useful reference books, including the Global Resum Guide (to check the rules for CVs in different countries). Spend 20 minutes watching Your jobs online, a guide to completing online applications, on DVD in the Information Centre or available in streaming media format under the resources section of the Careers Service website: www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/resources/ dvds.asp See a Careers Adviser on drop-in with your draft CV and letter or application form.
Built contacts and relationships with companies targeted to procure sponsorship for the netball team. Confidently communicated with representatives in order to persuade them of the mutual benefits of providing funds. Negotiated sponsorship of 1,000 for the purchase of kit for the netball team at University. Undertook the arrangements for the annual netball tour, involving managing a budget, taking responsibility for receiving and processing payments from 25 players, sourcing travel and accommodation and liaising with host teams. Netball Captain, University of Bristol 20082009 Led and motivated team members of all abilities. Organised fixtures, transport, and training arrangements in the role of Netball Captain throughout the academic year. Worked effectively as part of a team to heighten the teams reputation and profile within the University with the result of attracting more members and obtaining additional funding. INTERESTS Sport Enthusiastic participant of netball, and a keen runner, recently completing the Bristol Half Marathon raising 250 for Cancer Research. Persevered in training and performance in order to reach the netball first team. Employ my writing skills in my own time to produce short stories. Avid reader, particularly modern fiction.
Writing and Literature
ADDITIONAL SKILLS IT Languages Conversant with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Good written and spoken French.
REFERENCES Available on request.
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Youve got an interview so youre on the way to securing your first job. Now all you have to do is convince them youre the only one they want.
Most questions will be similar to those in a face-to-face interview. Remember that all the interviewer has to work with is the sound of your voice. You need to make sure they understand what you are saying as you will have no visual clues to help you (eg interviewer smiling when interested, breaking eye contact when bored). Silence on the telephone can be particularly uncomfortable. Make sure that if you need time to think you let the interviewer know, eg saying Do you mind if I think about this for a minute?. Also, bear in mind that the interviewer has to make notes on your responses so there will be periods of silence as they write things down. Make sure you are somewhere quiet. Sit at a table in a position that feels fairly formal. Have everything you need in front of you, eg pen, paper, copy of your CV, application form and a diary or calendar. Tell your flatmates beforehand so they dont disturb you. Whenever possible use a landline, but if using a mobile ensure the battery is fully charged, you are in an area with a good reception and have plenty of credit.
Employers also look at...

ots of people find the idea of interviews nerve-racking, but if you know what to expect and do the right preparation the whole process will be that much more enjoyable and, hopefully, get you a job offer!
if youve already listed it on your application form, tell the interviewer about yourself and your experiences.
Telephone interviews
Many employers use telephone interviews as the first stage in the selection process. After receiving your application the employer will usually arrange a time for the interview. Telephone interviews are unlikely to take place at the final stage in selection. They are generally used as a way of deciding whether to invite you for a face-to-face interview or assessment centre. Although telephone interviews are normally shorter than face-to-face interviews, there are still ways to increase your chances of success.
how you go about answering the questions your attitude to problems and difficulties whether youll fit are you the sort of person they would like to work with? your motivations and self-awareness.
First interviews
First interviews usually last between 30 and 45 minutes and are often quite informal. You may be seated in an armchair rather than facing someone across a table. The competence or criteria-based interview is common. Employers look for evidence of skills such as organisation, leadership, communication and teamworking, and its your job to provide the evidence. Even
What employers want

Motivation and enthusiasm Oral/written communication skills Interpersonal and teamworking skills Flexibility and adaptability Commitment to continuing professional development Initiative and a proactive approach Business awareness
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Common themes at interview

Motivation
This is almost a certainty but is often overlooked in candidates preparation. For example: Why do you want to work for us? Why do you want this job?
Interests and activities

As above, consider what you learned and how you have developed as a person. Consider how these activities make you stand out from the rest. For example: What skills have you gained? How have you managed your time?
The Careers Service were lifesavers

NAME Uche Njoku DEGREE BSc economics and finance, 2005 JOB Associate EMPLOYER HSBC
Knowledge of the job/organisation/sector

You will be tested on what you know and your understanding of key issues. For example: What have you done to find out more about us? Name some of our clients. What do you think you will actually be doing in your first year?
Competences and skills

You will be asked to provide evidence of abilities and skills. For example: Give me an example of when you have demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills. I did an internship the summer before I started my job and I dont think I would have got a job without it. It helped me make contacts and gave me an understanding of what banking is all about, as well as an insight into how banks select candidates. The selection process is really tough, because you are competing with candidates from the best universities. I applied for lots of internships, which I think greatly improved my chances all the banks have probably got my name on their database! It meant that I had a higher chance of being invited to interviews and got plenty of interview practice the more interviews you go to the better prepared you feel. I also attended events such as the investment banking evening and various company presentations. Im glad I did an internship because it made me realise that working in banking was exactly what I wanted to do.
Business/commercial awareness
You will need to demonstrate that you take an active interest in business. This can relate to things you have been involved in where you have applied your interest and/or understanding (for example in part-time work or societies) or things that you read about to keep up to date. You should demonstrate why it interests you and give your opinions on the issue. For example: Tell me about a recent news story that has interested you. Tell me about a business that you would change, and explain why.
General questions about you

Questions about your strengths and weaknesses are common. For example: How would your friends describe you? What is your major weakness?
Setting a problem
This tests your ability to problem solve, think logically, react under pressure and be creative. For example: Imagine ........., what would you do in this situation?
Off the wall questions

You cant really prepare for this sort of question it is a test of your thought processes when faced with something unexpected. Remain calm, take your time and dont be flippant. Talk them through your thinking. For example: How many alarm clocks are there in Britain? If you were an animal (or a drink), what sort would you be and why?
Career motivation/direction
Employers want to know if you have thought ahead and whether your answer ties in with your motivations for the role. They are looking for commitment to the job and the area of work. For example: Where do you see yourself in five years time? Who else are you applying to?
Help from the Careers Service

The Careers Service were lifesavers extremely helpful for getting information about applying for internships and jobs, right through from the application to the interview stage. I also used them to check over my CV, and for mock interviews (these really do help improve your interview skills and confidence), numeracy and verbal tests. I also had access to the database of ex-students.
Topical issues/opinions
You will sometimes be asked to comment on a current issue (not necessarily relevant to the job), giving your opinions. Be prepared to express your opinion, but also reflect the other side of the argument. Keep your eye on the news and try not to just swot up a couple of days before. It can be easy to spot! Examples date quickly, but something fairly recent could be your opinion of how the recession has affected the sector for which youre applying.
Education and work experience

Think about what you learned and the skills you used and developed, any problems you overcame during your education and any work experience think about each experience individually. You may be asked about your choices to date and what you have enjoyed about your course/time at university. For example: How would you improve your course? Your results in a couple of subjects look poor why is this?
Further information Top tips for interview success

Use concrete examples and vary them. Examples do not have to be BIG, just illustrative. Dont expect your interviewers to assume anything. Be concise and avoid repetition. Give yourself time and dont worry about pausing have some filler lines prepared, eg Can I have a moment to think about that? Use the STAR technique to structure your answers (see page 32). If you havent understood something, ask the interviewer to explain. Think about your posture and eye contact. Dont make anything up and avoid talking about things you dont know much about interviewers probe your responses. Smile! www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/advice for interview advice and PDFs of our interview booklet. www.prospects.ac.uk/links/appsinterviews and www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/resources/ dvds.asp for excellent 'streamed' DVDs on graduate job interviews and assessment centres a fly-on-the-wall look at real graduate interviews. The Information Centre has a comprehensive section of books covering all aspects of interviews.
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Get some practice!

Go to www.bristol.ac.uk/careers/events to sign up for: Interview skills workshops Interview skills for international students Assessment centres workshop Practice interviews (three students and one Careers Adviser) Telephone interview skills workshop Commercial awareness workshop How to shine through workshop effective self-marketing.
Before the interview

Lack of preparation often means that candidates dont perform well. You will need to know about the organisation and the job as well as thinking about what you might be asked. You should also decide on the questions you want to ask them and write them down. Think about the practicalities as well. Plan your journey aim to arrive 15 minutes early. How to prepare Revise your CV/application form and take it with you. Decide upon three key things that youll tell them about, whatever they ask! Know how to answer the usual questions and prepare your evidence for skills/competence-based questions. Know what the job involves. Know the company: 1. Size, products, services 2. Sector and competitors 3. Current issues/projects Be clear why you want to work for them. Plan your day. Take: 1. Your interview letter, phone number, name of contact 2. Map, mobile, water 3. Diary 4. Copy of application form/CV Decide what to wear be smart, well groomed and comfortable.
When you arrive

Make a good impression on everyone you meet (including the receptionist). Think about your posture: keep your head up and shoulders back. Breathe deeply and feel good about yourself. Keep your handshake firm (and definitely not sticky), make eye contact, and smile. Some of this sounds corny and quite obvious, but it works! Dont sit down until your interviewer has done so, or they invite you to.
After the interview

Although you wont feel like it, make a few notes about the questions you were asked and your responses. Think about what went well and what went wrong. Consider how you might do things differently. Dont forget that this could help you for interviews with other companies, but it is also common for second interviews to refer back to the first interview particularly if any weaknesses have been highlighted.
During the interview

Be enthusiastic. Use phrases like really enjoyed. Dont be afraid to use your hands keeping them tightly clasped can appear negative. Hand movements add emphasis and convey enthusiasm. Give lots of examples of your experience. Dont be afraid to repeat things from your application form. Give optimistic responses. If the interviewer wants to discuss something that didnt go to plan, concentrate on what you learned from the experience. Dont be negative or apologetic about yourself. Saying too little is as big a mistake as talking too much. Short answers put pressure on the interviewer most like to relax and listen.
Dealing with offers... and disappointment

If you are offered a job, and are unsure about your obligations, or dont know if you can delay replying because you are still hoping to hear from other companies, look up the information on offers at targetjobs.co.uk and www.prospects.ac.uk. If you are still unsure discuss your situation with a Careers Adviser at a drop-in session. Dont be afraid to ring up and ask for feedback. It is not always given and, even when it is, it can be very bland, but if youre lucky it can be really helpful. Most importantly, learn from the experience and dont lose confidence.
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The next stage selection and assessment centres

The selection process often falls into two stages. After the initial interview, successful candidates may go on to a final stage some time later. Typically it lasts a day and involves a variety of activities, such as further interviews, presentations, tests, in-tray or e-tray exercises, plus perhaps a technical interview. Second interviews Your interviewer could be a line or departmental manager, a partner (for law/accounting), or someone from HR or perhaps a combination. There is no
definite answer to what you will be asked, as each company approaches selection slightly differently. It might involve different sorts of questions from your first interview, but it could also refer back to things you were asked, or things you said at the first interview. It is not uncommon for a different interviewer to go over the same topics from your initial interview in greater depth. By this stage, you will have assured them you have the baseline competences required, so they may want to know more about you and decide whether or not you will fit into their team. The experience could be extremely informal and relaxed or,
conversely, more challenging than the first interview. Technical interviews According to feedback from science and engineering graduates, separate technical interviews arent as common as you might expect, unless youre a postgrad applying for research posts. Technical questions do get asked, but often as part of a more general interview. Typically, theyre less likely to delve into obscure corners of the syllabus than to focus on projects, special options and work placements or to test your understanding of the area into which you are applying to work.
Selection centre activities

Group activities
Group activities are designed to see how you work with and influence others. Theyre not a test of knowledge. Topics can be anything from a current news issue to a practical business problem. There is no best way to behave. Attention will be paid to whether you sit quietly or dominate, whether you contribute constructively or destructively, and whether you are logical or emotional. Employers will look at the role you play some people are best at the ideas stage, others at pushing towards a conclusion. Its rare for employers to be looking for just one sort of person. Any team needs people with a variety of skills. Topics vary widely but if you have to do a presentation it usually lasts no more than ten minutes. You could be asked to talk about a personal interest or something directly related to the organisation. A few simple rules will help. Have a clear structure. Dont overrun its easy to overestimate what you can say in the time. Some employers will cut you off when the time is up, even if you havent finished. Talk to the audience rather than reading your notes. Scan everyone while youre talking rather than addressing one person. Take time to check that youre happy with the equipment before you start. Dont go overboard with visuals. Keep it simple. Some employers state beforehand whether you should use things like PowerPoint. You may be given a pile of paper or a laptop and a load of e-mails and asked what action you would take with each item. Time is usually very restricted and extra items may be added while the exercise is under way. Its about coping with pressure and is designed to see how you prioritise your workload. Stay calm. Go through all the material and decide on some order of priority. Dont spend too long on individual items, particularly on your first sift. Theres often no right answer, but you will be expected to show a broad understanding of the material and justify decisions. Employers are interested in things such as verbal, numerical or diagrammatic reasoning ability. Sometimes tests are run at selection centres but more often they are run beforehand, increasingly online, as part of the initial filtering process. If you want to practise we have an online test that is marked, so you will receive a written report of your strengths. Our Information Centre also has a number of books with lots of examples of test questions. Some employers also use personality assessments designed, for example, to assess your role in a team. These do not have right or wrong answers. At selection days, employers also use case studies to assess a candidates problem-solving ability and aptitude for processing information. Employers may present you with some kind of case study, possibly based on a relevant scenario with data and information you need to absorb in order to produce a report with recommendations, or this may form part of a role-play exercise. This kind of activity usually centres round a meal, either in the evening or at lunchtime. You will be expected to use the opportunity to talk to graduate trainees and managers find out more information about the company and the work, but without demonstrating you havent already done your homework. Although this activity is not normally marked, selectors may take on board any anecdotal feedback from participants. Although it is a social event, ensure that you dont drink too much alcohol... Try to be yourself and engage in conversation.
Presentations
In-tray and e-tray exercises
Aptitude and written tests
Social activities
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Leading employers and course providers with thousands of vacancies who want to hear from you, plus sources of help about specific careers.
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Civil engineering ..................41 Quantity surveying ..............42
Industry ........................57 Law................................57 Management ................61 Marketing, sales and media ....................62 Not-for-profit ................62 Patent work ..................62 Public service ..............62 Retail management ......63 Teaching ........................63 International ................63 Further study ..............65
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Economics ............................45 Property ................................45 Strategic ................................45
A career in the built environment may involve design, engineering, surveying or management. Jobs can be found nationwide and there may also be the chance to work abroad. Some positions require a relevant first degree (or postgraduate conversion course); other roles are open to graduates of any discipline.
Civil engineering
At Bristol
Attend the Engineering and IT Fair (13 October 2010). Watch out for company presentations, particularly in the autumn term. Check for relevant information in the occupational files.
Engineering ..................47 Finance ........................52

Accountancy, financial management, taxation ........52 Actuarial ................................53 Banking ................................54 Financial services ................55 Insurance..............................56 Investment ..........................56
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Graduate Recruitment Team Atkins Tel 0121 483 5089 E-mail graduates@atkinsglobal.com Web www.atkinsglobal.com/graduates/ careerguides Main locations or regions UK-wide Areas of activity & job function(s) Atkins is a multinational design and engineering consultancy, providing expertise to help resolve challenges presented by the built and natural environment. Whether its the concept for a landmark building, improving major transport systems, or the improvement of a management process, we plan, design and enable solutions. Graduates sought Accountancy, Business, Consultancy, Engineering, Finance and Science disciplines Applications from students needing work permits Yes, for some positions Starting salary Please see our website Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 100 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Ongoing
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Melissa Perry Graduate Recruitment Manager Mott MacDonald Mott MacDonald House 810 Sydenham Road Croydon CR0 2EE United Kingdom Tel 020 8774 2176 E-mail melissa.perry@mottmac.com Web www.careers.mottmac.com/graduate Main locations or regions All across the UK Areas of activity & job function(s) Mott MacDonald is a global management, engineering and development consultancy employing more than 14,000 staff, working in 140 countries and with an annual turnover exceeding 1bn. Our breadth of skills, services and global reach makes us one of the worlds top players in delivering management, engineering and development consultancy solutions for our customers. Graduates sought Engineering only Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary c. 23,00027,000 Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 100 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by December
RICS Parliament Square London SW1P 3AD Tel 0870 333 1600 E-mail contactrics@rics.org Web www.rics.org Main locations or regions Nationwide Areas of activity & job function(s) RICS is the worlds leading qualification when it comes to professional standards in land, property and construction. In a world where more and more people, governments, banks and commercial organisations demand greater certainty of professional standards and ethics, attaining RICS status is the recognised mark of property professionalism. Over 100,000 property professionals working in the major established and emerging economies of the world have already recognised the importance of securing RICS status by becoming members. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Varies by employer Starting salary Varies by employer Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application CV/EAF/Online Approx annual intake 2,000 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Varies by employer
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COMPUTING AND IT
Jobs in the IT business sector can be found in a number of organisations and not just in IT companies. A wide range of technical and business roles are available, from programming and development through to business analysis, consultancy and technical sales. The degree required will depend on the position and employer.
Computing and IT
At Bristol
Attend the Autumn Fair (27 & 28 October 2010), the Investment Bank & Management Consultancy Evening (18 October 2010), and the Engineering and IT Fair (13 October 2010). All will have IT and computing vacancies. Look out for VIP week (1 November 2010).
aquilaheywood Tel 01737 859859 E-mail apply@aquilaheywood.co.uk Web www.aquilauk.co.uk and www.heywood.co.uk Main locations or regions Redhill, Surrey and Altrincham, Cheshire Areas of activity & job function(s) aquilaheywood is the leading supplier of life and pensions administration software solutions in Europe. We seek the brightest talent and the highest achievers to work in our consulting and system development functions. In return, we provide an environment where talent can flourish and hardwork is rewarded. Please visit our websites for further details. Graduates sought We look for highly numerate graduates from any degree discipline; minimum 2.1 and strong A-Levels (As and Bs) or equivalent Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Up to 28,800 plus benefits Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Please email a CV and covering letter to apply@aquilaheywood.co.uk Approx annual intake Over 20 Vacation work/courses No
Gillian Walker CHP Consulting 20 Gresham Street London EC2V 7JE Tel 020 7588 1800 E-mail gillian.walker@chp.co.uk Web www.chp.co.uk/careers Main locations or regions Head office in London plus offices in Boston and Sydney Areas of activity & job function(s) CHP Consulting is a leading provider of software and consulting services to the global asset finance industry. Established in 1990, CHP has grown steadily and had a turnover of 23m in 2009. Our clients include top banks, equipment manufacturers and finance companies, such as Bank of America, Barclays Asset Finance, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Capital Finance, HBOS, ING Lease, Nissan Finance, Socit Gnrale and Textron Financial. CHP was named in The Sunday Times Best 100 Small Companies to Work For in 2005 and 2006, and has received the Best Companies Accreditation from 2007 to 2010. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Tier 1 Work Permit Starting salary 35,000 Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 25 Vacation work/courses No
Computing and IT
Graduate Recruitment Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2 King Edward Street London EC1A 1HQ Tel 020 7996 3528 Web bankofamerica.com/ campusrecruiting Main locations or regions London, Camberley, Chester, Croydon, Dublin, Geneva Areas of activity & job function(s) Bank of America Merrill Lynch is part of Bank of America, one of the worlds largest financial institutions serving individuals, small and middle market businesses and large corporations with a range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk-management products and services. We are looking to employ the next generation of technology leaders through our graduate schemes. Graduates sought Technical Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 80 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 17 December 2010
Head of Graduate Recruitment Detica Limited Surrey Research Park, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7YP Tel 01483 816 000 E-mail gradrecruitment@detica.com Web www.detica.com/graduates Main locations or regions Offices in Guildford, London, Cheltenham. Areas of activity & job function(s) Detica is a leading information intelligence company. We help organisations exploit information to deliver business services effectively and economically. From tackling tax fraud to securing infrastructure networks, from protecting cyberspace to countering the threat of terrorism, our clients range from government agencies to banks, telecoms, transport and utilities companies. Graduates sought Numerate discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 27,00029,000 Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 100+ Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 28 February 2011
Deutsche Bank Tel 020 7545 3033 Web www.db.com/careers Main locations or regions London, New York, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Singapore, Tokyo, Sydney, India Areas of activity & job function(s) In the ever-expanding world of investment banking, technology facilitates all. We dont just utilize leading-edge applications and resources we create them. As an Intern or Analyst with Technology, youll be part of a team that develops and implements these solutions. Graduates sought Youll need to have a passion for technology and innovation. We welcome applications from all disciplines but especially from students of Information Management, Computer Science or Engineering. Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online at www.db.com/careers Approx annual intake 1,000 globally Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 13 February 2011
Recruitment Officer IPL Eveleigh House Grove Street Bath BA1 5LR Tel 01225 475000 E-mail jobs@ipl.com Web http://jobs.ipl.com Main locations or regions Bath Areas of activity & job function(s) IPL is one of the UKs largest independent systems/software houses. We develop demanding and complex software systems for blue-chip clients in a range of industry sectors. IPL is seeking graduates for software engineering roles and can offer a rewarding career in software development and consultancy. Graduates sought Any numerate discipline Starting salary 25,00027,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 20 Vacation work/courses No
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Elma Castillo Metaswitch Networks 100 Church Street, Enfield EN2 6BQ Tel 020 8366 1177 E-mail careers@metaswitch.com Web www.metaswitch.com/careers Main locations or regions North London, Edinburgh, Chester, San Francisco, Washington DC and Dallas Areas of activity & job function(s) Metaswitch Networks (previously Data Connection) is one of the worlds leading communications technology companies. For the past seven years, we have featured in the top 15 of The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For. We recruit exceptional people and train them to become world-class professionals and managers, across our engineering, support, product management, sales and marketing organisations. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 30,000 Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application EAF, online, CV Approx annual intake 40 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Asap
Red Gate Software Cambridge, UK Tel 01223 438 530 E-mail careers@red-gate.com Web www.red-gate.com/careers Main locations or regions Cambridge Areas of activity & job function(s) We believe we offer the best graduate careers for anyone not wanting to be a diving instructor in the Maldives. Were in the Sunday Times Top 100 Small Companies to Work For list for the fourth year running. Our award-winning software is used by over 500,000 customers globally. We offer a wide range of graduate roles and an excellent financial and benefits package, including a graduate signing bonus. Most importantly, we offer a great working culture (find out more on our website). Graduates sought Computer Science and numerate or humanities subjects Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 25,00030,000 + 2,000 signing bonus Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 10 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Summer
The Royal Bank of Scotland Group Web www.makeitrbs.com Main locations or regions UK, Continental Europe, the USA, Asia and APAC Areas of activity & job function(s) Few organisations can offer the choice of careers graduates will discover at RBS. The variety of options available across the RBS business is a match for the very best graduate talent. With over 30 graduate and internship programmes including Global Banking & Markets Technology and Technology Services theres something for everyone, whatever degree discipline and career aspiration. Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary competitive plus benefit funding Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake Vacancies for over 500 graduates and over 500 interns in 2011 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Varies by programme please check www.makeitrbs.com
Tessella plc 26 The Quadrant Abingdon Science Park Abingdon Oxfordshire OX14 3YS Tel 01235 555511 E-mail jobs@tessella.com Web www.tessella.com Main locations or regions Abingdon, Burton-upon-Trent, Stevenage, Warrington Areas of activity & job function(s) Tessella delivers software engineering and consulting services to world leaders in R&D, science and engineering. Tessellas ability to understand and solve our clients business and technical problems is based on the academic excellence of our staff, our unrivalled training programme and our commitment to quality. Graduates sought Any scientific or numerate discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 23,000 29,000 Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 15 Vacation work/courses No
"I joined Red Gate straight out of university. Now I'm running our largest business division, working with amazing people and getting to decide what we'll do next. Sometimes I have to pinch myself!"
James Moore Divisional Manager, SQL Tools
www.red-gate.com/careers twitter.com/redgatecareers
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Computing and IT
Consulting is about helping clients evolve their businesses. Some consulting firms require specialist knowledge or experience; others are not sectorspecific. Much of the work is based in London. Employers generally do not require a particular degree, although numerical skills are always useful.
CONSULTING
Economics
An Alcatel-Lucent Company
Velocix 326 Science Park, Milton Road, Cambridge. CB4 0WG Tel +44 1223 395 915 E-mail careers@velocix.com Web www.velocix.com Main locations or regions Cambridge, UK Areas of activity & job function(s) Velocix is on the leading edge of digital media delivery, we are changing the way video is delivered enabling a new generation of digital services. Velocix is an advanced content delivery solution designed specifically for network service providers who are looking to deploy an advanced digital media delivery platform that builds on their existing network assets. Once installed, Velocix enables the creation of new revenue generating premium content services, while also achieving highly differentiated delivery performance. At Velocix, we combine the benefits of working for a dynamic, energetic local company with the resources and global reach of one of the worlds most respected telecommunication suppliers, Alcatel-Lucent. We are looking to recruit the brightest graduates and post-graduates with a genuine interest in developing high-quality, high-performance network products to power the delivery of Petabits of video to millions of viewers around the world. So, if you are looking for a career in software development, test development, network operations or network technologies and have what it takes to join a team of world-class professionals then get in touch today. Graduates sought Engineering, Computer Science, Maths, Physics, Electronics Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive + benefits Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application CV via email Approx annual intake 1020 Vacation work/courses No
At Bristol
Attend the Investment Bank & Management Consultancy Event (18 October 2010). Check out the Autumn Fair (27 & 28 October 2010) where you can talk to representatives from employers in the industry. Consult the careers network on our website. Sign up for a drop-in session with a Careers Adviser to discuss your career plans.
Alicia Fecci, Recruitment Coordinator RBB Economics The Connection, 198 High Holborn, London WC1V 7BD Tel 020 7421 2410 E-mail vacancies@rbbecon.com Web www.rbbecon.com Main locations or regions London, Brussels, The Hague, Melbourne and Johannesburg Areas of activity & job function(s) RBB Economics is an economics consultancy specialising in competition policy. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials in economics, generally to postgraduate level, and an interest in industrial organisation. We seek consultants with a range of quantitative/analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex economic concepts in a clear and concise style. Graduates sought Economics Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application CV and covering letter Approx annual intake No quota Vacation work/courses Yes
Property
Strategic
Samantha Bruckshaw BNP Paribas Real Estate 90 Chancery Lane, London WC2A 3EU E-mail realestate.graduates@bnpparibas.com Web www.realestate.bnpparibas.com Main locations or regions London, Southampton, Bristol, Cardiff, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, Newcastle, Edinburgh Areas of activity & job function(s) BNP Paribas Real Estate is one of Europes leading providers of integrated real estate services, committed to delivering solutions for owners, investors and occupiers. We have six international business lines, covering each stage of the real estate lifecycle: property development, valuation, consulting, transaction, investment management and property management. Graduates work across a range of business lines gaining hands-on experience and first-class training to become a qualified chartered surveyor. We value commitment, creativity, and responsiveness to client, colleagues and the market. Our performance is measured through client satisfaction, market recognition and financial success plus our ability to attract and develop the highest calibre of people. We can only achieve this by recruiting and retaining ambitious people for our ambitious goals. We provide full APC training/support via departmental rotations and day release for non-cognate graduates, Pre-APC mock interviews/presentation training, full support with Continuing Professional Development (CPD) lectures. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 20,00025,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online apply by 3 December 2010 Approx annual intake 20 Vacation work/courses Yes
Accenture 30 Fenchurch Street, London EC3M 3BD Tel 0500 100 189 E-mail ukgraduates@accenture.com Web accenture.com/targetconsulting Main locations or regions Roles are primarily based in London but full mobility is essential Areas of activity & job function(s) Were an attractive prospect for clients and graduates alike. After all, as a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company, we help some of the worlds most successful, most powerful companies become higher performers. And well do the same for you. Aside from the excellent salary and benefits, you can expect outstanding coaching from the moment you join, mentors and career counsellors, and a combination of classroom and online training courses. Working with high profile clients, youll gain career-defining exposure and responsibility fast. Life for graduates at Accenture begins in the Analyst Consulting Group. Its an opportunity to work across industries and specialisms, and build strong business and technology expertise. And because youll be learning from project to project, youll have the chance to work with many inspiring people. Youll deliver commercial benefits through management consulting, systems integration and technology. For breadth and depth of experience, theres nothing quite like what youll do at Accenture we really do give you the perfect platform to achieve more. Youll typically need to have a 2.1 or above and at least 340 UCAS points and youll also need to show us what youre made of in terms of high performance. Starting salary 31,500 + 10,000 sign-on bonus Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online accenture.com/targetconsulting Approx annual intake Around 500 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by For a full list of dates, visit accenture.com/ukschemes
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Francina Mendoza Bain & Company E-mail GraduateRecruiting.London@bain.com Web www.joinbain.com Main locations or regions 41 offices Areas of activity & job function(s) Bain & Company is one of the worlds leading strategy consulting firms, ranked number one Best Firm to Work For by Consulting Magazine for the last six years. We work with top management teams to tackle their key issues and generate lasting financial impact. Our clients include some of the most successful global companies and private equity firms. We look for exceptional graduates and postgraduates from any degree discipline. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online closing date: 08/11/10 Approx annual intake No quota Vacation work/courses No
Megan Fitzpatrick Diamond Management & Technology Consultants 10th Floor, Orion House, 5 Upper St. Martins Lane, London WC2H 9EA Tel 020 7959 7700 E-mail ukrecruiting@diamondconsultants.com Web www.diamondconsultants.com/careers Main locations or regions Chicago, London, New York, Washington DC, Hartford & Mumbai Areas of activity & job function(s) Diamond is a premier management consultancy that advises the top management of major organisations to design and implement strategy, operations and information technology. New hires will have real responsibilities early on, gain a broad range of valuable skills, and enjoy a meritocratic culture. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes, for some positions Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual; closing date: 5 November 2010 Form of application Online Approx annual intake No set quota Vacation work/courses No
Recruitment Manager LECG Ltd Davidson Building 5 Southampton Street London WC2E 7HA E-mail careersuk@lecg.com Web www.lecg.com/europe Main locations or regions Offices throughout Europe, the Americas and Asia-Pacific Areas of activity & job function(s) LECG is an economic and financial consulting firm that provides objective analysis to companies, law firms, industry regulators and government bodies. Our team includes chartered accountants, experts in finance, leading professional and academic economists and econometricians, MBAs and industry specialists. We help our clients solve complex, unstructured problems across a range of practice areas including: Economic & Financial Regulation; Valuation & Intellectual Property; Claims & Disputes; Competition Policy; and International Arbitration. Research analysts perform a wide variety of technical roles. Work will typically be analytical in nature, requiring strong quantitative skills and the ability to apply theoretical concepts. Graduates sought Any discipline with a strong logical or quantitative focus Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application CV and covering letter via e-mail or post Approx annual intake Up to 10 Vacation work/courses No
Strategic
Emma Sorsky L.E.K. Consulting LLP 40 Grosvenor Place London SW1X 7JL Tel 020 7389 7200 E-mail london.recruit@lek.com Web www.lek.com Main locations or regions Europe, North America, Australia, Asia Areas of activity & job function(s) L.E.K. Consulting is an international consulting firm specialising in strategy development, transaction support and performance improvement. Formed in London in 1983, it has grown to over 850 staff across 20 offices in Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific. Graduates sought All disciplines Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application CV and covering letter to london.recruit@lek.com by 14th November 2010 Approx annual intake 40 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 4 March 2011
NERA Economic Consulting 15 Stratford Place, London W1C 1BE Tel 020 7659 8500 E-mail londonrecruitment@nera.com Web www.nera.com Main locations or regions Over 20 offices worldwide Areas of activity & job function(s) NERA Economic Consulting is an international firm of economists who understand how markets work. We have nearly 50 years experience creating strategies, studies, reports, expert testimony, and policy recommendations, which reflects our specialisation in industrial and financial economics. At NERA you can experience a challenging and rewarding work environment that uses rigorous microeconomics, industrial economics, financial economics and econometrics in a business environment to impact markets, competition authorities, regulatory agencies and global corporations. We are seeking talented economists with outstanding academic records. We welcome applications from PhD, masters, and final year undergraduate students. Starting salary Very competitive Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Email Approx annual intake 1015 Vacation work/courses Yes
Caroline Vaux (GMC) and Helen Barthorpe (FSC ) Oliver Wyman 55 Baker Street, London W1U 8EW Tel 020 7333 8333 E-mail recruitinguk@oliverwyman.com Web www.oliverwyman.com/careers Main locations or regions London and other locations across the Americas, Asia, Australia and Europe Areas of activity & job function(s) Oliver Wyman is a leading global management consultancy. We combine deep industry knowledge with specialised expertise in strategy, operations and risk management. We work alongside our clients to develop practical solutions that deliver real impact. Our firm is specifically structured to attract, retain and reward outstanding people. At Oliver Wyman, you will be given unrivalled opportunities for personal and professional growth, in a supportive environment that encourages the pursuit of individual interests. From the outset, new consultants are given client-facing roles and real responsibility. We are a true meritocracy, and pride ourselves on our friendly and collegial culture. You can apply for both Financial Services Management Consulting (FSC) and General Management Consulting (GMC) career tracks with one application. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual please see website for details Form of application CV and covering letter online via www.oliverwyman.com/careers Approx annual intake No fixed quota Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 30 January 2011
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PwC Graduate Recruitment Centre, PO Box 5885, Birmingham B3 2QE Tel 0808 100 1500 or +44 (0)121 265 5852 Web pwc.com/uk/careers/ Main locations or regions Offices nationwide Areas of activity & job function(s) Who we are We help our clients and our people create the value they want. In our Consulting practice, you can choose to start your career in one of three areas. Management Consulting focuses on building your core skills. After a 21 month rotation, youll specialise in either; operations, finance, people & change, risk, technology, or project & programme management. Alternatively you may want to specialise early in your career, the routes are Strategy Consulting focuses on the high-level strategic issues businesses face. The advice offered covers everything from competitors and the state of the market, to consumer behaviour and pricing strategy. Economic Consulting is a specialist area where professional economists work alongside clients to tackle the complex business and policy issues they face. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive plus benefits Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake c.150 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by See our website to avoid disappointment
Claire Powell, Recruitment Manager Roland Berger Strategy Consultants 6th Floor, 55 Baker Street, London W1U 8EW Tel 020 3075 1105 E-mail claire powell@uk.rolandberger.com Web www.rolandberger.com Main locations or regions 36 offices worldwide Areas of activity & job function(s) The firm offers creative strategies that work innovative yet pragmatic answers for todays business leaders. We work with blue-chip clients across all major business sectors. Graduate/Junior Consultants provide analytical work and develop pragmatic solutions, interact with clients and are given responsibility commensurate with their ability. Graduates sought Any discipline with first or 2.1 Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Deadline: 01/12/10 Form of application Online only Approx annual intake 35 Vacation work/courses Summer internships For vacation work apply by 11/02/11
Engineering roles range from high-tech aerospace and defence work to railway infrastructure. A relevant engineering degree is needed for most graduate roles with professional bodies such as the Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers (www.IGEM.org.uk) and the Institution of Chemical Engineers (www.icheme.org) offering ongoing training and support.
ENGINEERING
Engineering
At Bristol
Attend the Engineering and IT Fair (13 October 2010) and the Autumn Fair (27 & 28 October 2010). Sign up for the autumn term IAESTE talk on vacation work abroad for scientists and engineers.
Airbus New Filton House, Filton, Bristol BS99 7AR E-mail airbusuk-grad@airbus.com Web www.airbus-careers.com Main locations or regions Filton in Bristol and Broughton in North Wales Areas of activity & job function(s) Airbus is a world-class aircraft manufacturer with the most modern and comprehensive family of airliners ranging in capacity from 100 to more than 500 seats. We have opportunities for graduates in Design and Manufacturing Engineering with further roles in Supply-Chain Logistics, Customer Services, IS, Finance, Procurement and HR. Graduates sought Aerospace, design, mechanical, systems, materials, general, manufacturing and production engineering, or in operations management, physics, maths or business Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 25,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 5080 Vacation work/courses Yes
AWE The Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE) Aldermaston Reading Berkshire RG7 4PR Tel +44 (0)118 982 9009 E-mail careers@awe.co.uk Web www.awe.co.uk Main locations or regions Near Reading, Berkshire Areas of activity & job function(s) We are the nations largest high-tech research, development and production facility, providing and maintaining the warheads for the countrys nuclear deterrent and supporting national nuclear security. We cover the whole lifecycle of nuclear warheads from initial concept and design, through component manufacture and assembly, to in-service support, decommissioning and disposal. Graduates sought Have or expect a good degree, HND, MSc or PhD Starting salary Competitive salary and benefits package Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online at www.awe.co.uk Approx annual intake 20 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by March
BAE Systems Tel 01772 677277 Web www.baesystems.com/graduates Main locations or regions Sites around the UK Areas of activity & job function(s) Few organisations can offer opportunities as exciting and challenging as ours in the fields of business, engineering and finance. Whether its our Graduate Development Framework (GDF), Finance Leader Development Programme (FLDP) or the Sigma Leadership Programme (SLP), all of them provide a mix of training and experiences that will help you become one of our great performers. Graduates sought Engineering roles minimum 2.1 honours degree in an engineering, numerate or scientific discipline. Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary GDF 24,00028,000 Pattern of recruitment Application before the end of December is strongly recommended Form of application Online Approx annual intake 200 GDF, 12 FLDP, 5 Sigma, 30 industrial placements, 7 FLDP industrial placements Vacation work/courses No
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Engineering
Bechtel Web www.bechtel.co.uk/graduates Main locations or regions UK, USA, the Middle East, Europe, India Areas of activity & job function(s) You may not have heard of Bechtel. We are one of the worlds leading engineering, construction and project management companies with operations in over 50 countries. Graduates have a breathtaking range of opportunities. Site experience is encouraged from the start, and youll be supported to gain a relevant professional qualification. Graduates sought 2.1 in engineering, business, management, finance and IT Applications from students needing work permits Yes, for some positions Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 20 Vacation work/courses No
DSTL Graduate Recruitment Room 8, Building 106 Dstl Porton Down Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 0JQ Tel 01980 613755 E-mail graduates@dstl.gov.uk Web www.dstl.gov.uk/careers Main locations or regions Salisbury, Wiltshire; Portsmouth, Hampshire; Sevenoaks, Kent Areas of activity & job function(s) Dstl, the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, is a trading fund of the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and its trusted adviser on defencerelated science and technology. Graduates sought Applied Sciences, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Biological & Health Sciences, Systems Analysis, Operational Research, Chemistry and Mathematics. Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Circa 23,000 Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 50 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 9 January 2011
Jaguar Land Rover Web www.jaguarlandrovercareers.com Main locations or regions Midlands and North West Areas of activity & job function(s) Were the name behind some of the worlds most luxurious and desirable cars. To maintain our market leading status, every tiny detail counts and well devote exactly the same level of attention to you. In addition to roles within Product Development and Manufacturing Engineering, our graduate programme encompasses everything from IT and HR through to Marketing, Sales and Service, and Finance and Purchasing. We have an enviable heritage, but an even more exciting future come and be part of it. Graduates sought Any relevant degree, see website for details Starting salary 27,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 135 Vacation work/courses Yes Product Development placements only For vacation work apply by 31 December 2010
Johnson Matthey Orchard Road, Royston, Herts SG8 5HE E-mail recruit@matthey.com Web www.matthey.com Main locations or regions Across the UK; including Hertfordshire, Oxfordshire, Lancashire and Teesside Areas of activity & job function(s) Johnson Matthey is a speciality chemicals company focused on its core skills in catalysis, precious metals, fine chemicals and process technology. Rigorous in environmental policies, many of our products have a major beneficial impact on the environment and enhance the quality of life for millions of people around the world. Graduates sought For technical roles: chemistry, metallurgy, chemical or automotive engineering. For sales and marketing roles: any discipline, preferably with language skills Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive package Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online: www.matthey.com/careers Approx annual intake 7080 Vacation work/courses Yes
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The dolphin. The ultimate listening device. Inspired by a dolphins sonar, our Astute submarine sonar system has the worlds largest number of hydrophones, giving it the biggest ears of any sonar system in service today. In fact, the perfect performance in nature is a great source of inspiration for our people, who are always looking to develop the most effective defence, aerospace and security systems on earth.
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National Grid Web www.nationalgrid.com/freshtalent Main locations or regions Warwickshire, Berkshire, Leicestershire, Leeds, Isle of Grain (Kent), Manchester Areas of activity & job function(s) The UKs largest utility business, few organisations operate on our size and scale. We can offer ambitious individuals the chance to gain an overview of this essential industry. Our Graduate Development Programme offers experience in three different business areas designed to accelerate your development. Combine this with extensive technical and behavioural training and you are ready to take on future challenging roles and responsibilities. The student placements we offer are an ideal way to develop hands-on experience in a large organisation. Even better, it provides a head-start for your career, both by letting you get a feel for different types of work, and by putting you in a strong position for future opportunities with National Grid. For those looking to specialise in the power sector we also offer the Engineer Training Programme, youll develop your skills through a mix of practical work and academic study. Graduates sought Aeronautical/aerospace chemical civil/structural electrical electronics mechanical physical sciences mathematics business studies management economics statistics logistics information technology geography real estate Starting salary c.24,500 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 120 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by An early application is recommended
Network Rail 11th Floor, Human Resources 40 Melton Street London NW1 2EE Tel 0845 601 4228 E-mail enquiry@networkrailgraduates.co.uk Web networkrail.co.uk/graduates Main locations or regions United Kingdom Areas of activity & job function(s) No other organisation touches as many lives across the nation, every day. Network Rail offers a range of graduate programmes and numerous placement opportunities. Join them, and youll become part of the organisation that Britain relies on. Graduates sought See website for details Applications from students needing work permits See website for details Starting salary See website for details Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 135 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by See website for details
Rolls-Royce plc PO Box 31 Derby DE24 8BJ Tel 01332 333 333 E-mail hrsharedservicecentre @rolls-royce.com Web www.rolls-royce.com/careers Main locations or regions UK (Bristol, Coventry, Derby and Scotland), USA, Canada, China, Singapore, Germany, the Nordics Areas of activity & job function(s) Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Manufacture Leadership, HR, Commercial, Customer Management, Project Management Graduates sought Engineering and manufacturing leadership programmes require engineering/science subjects. All other programmes open to all disciplines. Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment See website Form of application Online Approx annual intake 200+ Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Please see website for details
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Banking and investment, accountancy and financial management, and financial services these are the three main areas that make up the finance sector. Many jobs are based in London, although retail banks are found throughout the UK. Its important to be comfortable with numbers but most finance jobs are open to people from all degree backgrounds.
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Accountancy, financial management, taxation
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Bloomberg City Gate House, 3945 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1PQ Tel +44 (0)20 7330 7500 Web http://careers.bloomberg.com Main locations or regions London, New York, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Singapore Areas of activity & job function(s) Bloomberg is a leading provider of financial information, news and data. The BLOOMBERG PROFESSIONAL service and Bloombergs media services provide real-time financial and market data, pricing, trading, news and communications to clients globally. Bloomberg has amazing career opportunities in: data analysis; financial sales; news; software development; project management and many more. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive + benefits Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 500+ UK Vacation work/courses Summer internships For vacation work apply by April
BAE Systems Tel 01772 677277 Web www.baesystems.com/graduates Main locations or regions Sites around the UK Areas of activity & job function(s) If youre looking for a rewarding career in finance, youll have the opportunity to move around the business and gain experience in the different facets of financial operations management with BAE Systems. Youll quickly become involved in delivering financial and operational performance within a variety of roles. Its everything youd expect from an advanced finance programme. Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary FLDP 27,000, 12-month finance placement 17,000 Pattern of recruitment Application before end of December strongly recommended Form of application Online Approx annual intake 12 FLDP, 7 FLDP industrial placements Vacation work/courses No
Human Resources Manager Dixon Wilson 22 Chancery Lane London WC2A 1LS Tel 020 7680 8100 E-mail careers@dixonwilson.co.uk Web www.dixonwilson.co.uk Main locations or regions London and Paris Areas of activity & job function(s) Dixon Wilson is one of the leading accountancy firms in the UK, with offices in London and Paris. We specialise in providing accountancy, audit and tax advice and strategic planning to private clients, companies, entrepreneurs and their businesses. Graduates are recruited for trainee chartered accountancy positions to work in all areas of the practice. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Will be considered Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment February and September Form of application EAF Approx annual intake 1214 London, 12 Paris Vacation work/courses No
Human Resources Hazlewoods Staverton Court Staverton Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 0UX Tel 01242 680 000 E-mail recruitment@hazlewoods.co.uk Web www.hazlewoods.co.uk Main locations or regions Gloucestershire Areas of activity & job function(s) Hazlewoods are the largest independent firm of Chartered Accountants in Gloucestershire, providing a comprehensive range of accountancy services and business advice to a diverse portfolio of clients. Our graduates all receive general practice Chartered Accountancy training, with exposure to a mixture of Accounts, Audit and Tax. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application CV/EAF Approx annual intake 14 Vacation work/courses No
Stephen Clarke HW Fisher & Company Acre House 1115 William Road London NW1 3ER Tel 020 7874 7982 E-mail sclarke@hwfisher.co.uk Web www.hwfisher.co.uk Main locations or regions London Areas of activity & job function(s) Chartered Accountants providing a quality and breadth of services normally found only in the largest international practices, combined with a flexibility and dedication to personal service usually associated with much smaller enterprises. Trainees receive extensive experience in all areas of financial manangement and learn to be all-round business advisers, not just auditors. Graduates sought Any Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Not less than 24,500 Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 18 Vacation work/courses No
ICAEW Metropolitan House, 321 Avebury Boulevard, Milton Keynes MK9 2FZ Tel +44 (0)1908 248 040 E-mail careers@icaew.com Web icaew.com/careers Main locations or regions There are over 2,500 authorised training employers across the UK and internationally Areas of activity & job function(s) The ACA qualification from ICAEW, a world leader of the accountancy and finance profession, offers you limitless career opportunities in any business sector, from accountancy practice to commerce, industry and the public sector. Graduates sought All degree disciplines Applications from students needing work permits Yes, varies depending on each employer offering the ACA Starting salary Varies depending on ICAEW authorised training employer Pattern of recruitment Ongoing Form of application Apply direct to authorised training employers via ICAEW Training Vacancies website: icaew.com/careers Approx annual intake 5,000 Vacation work/courses Yes
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland CA House 21 Haymarket Yards Edinburgh EH12 5BH Tel 0131 347 0161 E-mail catraining@icas.org.uk Web www.ca-training.co.uk Main locations or regions UK-wide, the Channel Islands and Luxembourg Areas of activity & job function(s) ICAS was the worlds first professional accountancy body and the letters CA can still only be used in the UK by our members. As an ICAS-trained CA, youll benefit from a stable and defined career path and enjoy the financial rewards that come with this prestigious qualification. CA training will give you the all-round business skills needed in todays competitive global business environment. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Varies by employer Starting salary Varies by employer Pattern of recruitment Varies by employer Form of application Online Approx annual intake 1,000 Vacation work/courses Yes, varies by employer
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Graduate Recruitment Department KPMG 15 Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London E14 5GL Tel Freephone 0500 664 665 E-mail ukfmgraduate@kpmg.co.uk Web www.kpmg.co.uk/careers Main locations or regions We have 23 offices in the UK Areas of activity & job function(s) KPMG in the UK is one of the leading firms of business advisers providing audit, tax and advisory services to a wide range of clients from governments to retail outlets to charities. We offer a number of different entry routes for graduates, most of which lead to a professional qualification. Please visit our website to find out more and apply online. Graduates sought Any degree discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes, for some positions Starting salary Competitive with excellent benefits package Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online only Approx annual intake 900 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Ongoing
David Nicholls PKF (UK) LLP Farringdon Place, 20 Farringdon Road, London EC1M 3AP Tel 0207 065 0000 Web www.pkf.com/careers Main locations or regions Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Derby, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Great Yarmouth, Guildford, Ipswich, Leeds, Leicester, Lincoln, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Norwich, Nottingham and Sheffield Areas of activity & job function(s) PKF (UK) LLP provide a full spectrum of accountancy and business advisory services to a variety of clients, from small family firms and start-up businesses to large organisations. For students joining us, we offer a level of training and work experience that few of our competitors can match, coupled with a friendly, informal environment. Graduates sought Minimum 2.1 degree and 280 UCAS Points Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 60 Vacation work/courses No
PwC Graduate Recruitment Centre PO Box 5885 Freepost KE3079 Birmingham B3 3QE Tel 0808 100 1500 or +44 (0)121 265 5852 Web pwc.com/uk/careers/ Main locations or regions Offices nationwide Areas of activity & job function(s) Who we are We help our clients and our people create the value they want. We work alongside our clients from public and private companies to governments and charities to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them. We have big ambitions to grow, and if youre serious about a career in business, we dont think anyone else can give you a better start. Students agree: were proud theyve voted us number one in The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers survey for the last seven years based on the opportunity we offer. What we offer Wherever you join us, youll benefit from graduate training that gives you breadth and depth of knowledge, support to gain a professional qualification, and the chance to work with different teams and offices. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes, for some positions Starting salary Competitive + flexible benefits + interest-free loan Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake c.1,200 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by See our website to avoid disappointment
Actuarial
UHY Hacker Young Quadrant House 4 Thomas More Square London E1W 1YW Tel 020 7216 4600 Web www.uhy-graduate.com Main locations or regions London, Birmingham, Brighton, Manchester, Newport, Nottingham, Sheffield, Sunderland, Scotland (with Campbell Dallas) Areas of activity & job function(s) Chartered Accountants offering audit, corporate finance, tax, insolvency, corporate recovery and general accounting and consultancy services. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 25,000 (2010, London) Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 35 Vacation work/courses No
The Actuarial Profession Napier House, 4 Worcester Street, Oxford OX1 2AW Tel 01865 268 228 E-mail careers@actuaries.org.uk Web www.actuaries.org.uk Main locations or regions Actuarial skills are in demand both locally and abroad. Visit www.be-an-actuary.co.uk to find out more. Areas of activity & job function(s) An actuarys broad skill set and holistic understanding of risk allows them to work across geographies and sectors ranging from insurance, pensions and benefits, to investment banking and asset management, retail banking, healthcare and the management of large-scale capital projects. Graduates sought Ideally a numerate degree statistics, maths, engineering, science or economics but any graduate with strong numerical skills can qualify as an actuary. Starting salary Graduate entry salaries are offered between 20,000 and 26,000 Pattern of recruitment See website www.actuaries.org.uk Form of application See website www.actuaries.org.uk
PwC Graduate Recruitment Centre PO Box 5885 Freepost KE3079 Birmingham B3 2QE Tel 0808 100 1500 or +44 (0)121 265 5852 Web pwc.com/uk/careers/ Main locations or regions Offices nationwide Areas of activity & job function(s) Who we are We help our clients and our people create the value they want. We work alongside our clients from public and private companies to governments and charities to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them. About actuarial Actuarial work is sometimes seen as risk management and whilst we cant predict the future, as actuaries we can help prepare for it. We use financial and statistical techniques to analyse the likelihood of events and their implications for value. Find out more Go to our website to understand each area in more detail: Actuarial & Insurance Management Solutions which works in the insurance field, Human Resource Consulting in the field of pensions or HR Analytics in the field of reward consultancy. Graduates sought Any discipline but we require an A in maths at A-level Applications from students needing work permits Yes, for some positions Starting salary Competitive + flexible benefits + interest-free loan Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake c.40 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by See our website to avoid disappointment
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Barclays Wealth Address 1 Churchill Place, Canary Wharf, London E14 5HP Web www.barclayswealthgraduates .com/Bristol Main locations or regions London, Dublin, Lisbon, Madrid, Milan, Monaco, Mumbai, Geneva, Johannesburg, Singapore, Hong Kong, UK Regions Areas of activity & job function(s) Barclays Wealth, part of Barclays Bank, is a leading global and the UKs largest wealth manager. It focuses on private and intermediary clients worldwide, providing international and private banking, investment management, fiduciary services and brokerage. It has 151.2bn total client assets under management (as at 31/12/09), 7,400 employees and operates in over 20 countries. Barclays Wealth primarily recruits into its private banking functions. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual, apply by 14 November 2010 Form of application Online Approx annual intake 80 ft / 40 interns Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 30 December 2010
Deutsche Bank Tel 020 7545 3033 Web www.db.com/careers Main locations or regions London, New York, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore Areas of activity & job function(s) Deutsche Bank competes to be the leading global provider of financial services, balancing passion with precision to deliver superior solutions for our clients. Named the Best Global Investment Bank for 20092010 in Euromoney Magazines annual Awards for Excellence, we are a leader in Germany and Europe and are continuously growing in North America, Asia and key emerging markets. Graduates sought All degree disciplines you must be on course to receive a 2.1 or equivalent. Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online at www.db.com/careers Approx annual intake 1,000 globally Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 2 January 2011
J.P. Morgan 125 London Wall, EC2Y 5AJ Web jpmorgan.com/careers Main locations or regions Pan-European with a London base Areas of activity & job function(s) J.P. Morgan is a global financial services firm which operates in over 150 countries and holds leadership positions across its businesses. Opportunities for interns and graduates are available in Asset Management, IB Risk, Investment Banking, Finance, Operations & Business Services, Private Bank, Sales, Trading & Research, and Technology. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online, apply by 14 November 2010 Approx annual intake 300 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 12 December 2010
Shelley Chappell Lazard 50 Stratton Street, London W1J 8LL Tel 0207 187 2215 E-mail shelley.chappell@lazard.com Web www.lazard.com Main locations or regions London, New York, Paris Areas of activity & job function(s) Lazard, one of the worlds preeminent financial advisory and asset management firms, operates from 40 cities across 26 countries in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, Central and South America. We solve complex financial challenges for a client base that includes corporations, partnerships, institutions, governments and high-net-worth individuals. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online only at www.lazard.com/apply Approx annual intake 12 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 26/11/10
Banking
Mitsubishi UFJ Securities International plc 25 Ropemaker Street, London EC2Y 9AJ E-mail graduate.enquiries@int.sc.mufg.jp Web www.musigraduates.com Main locations or regions London Areas of activity & job function(s) MUSI is active throughout the international capital markets, focusing on debt, equity, derivatives and structured products. Opportunities exist across the front office in sales, trading and research. In addition, there are opportunities across corporate infrastructure including operations, risk and product control. Full details of all opportunities can be found by going to www.musigraduates.com Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 12 Graduates 12 Interns Vacation work/courses n/a
EMEA Graduate Recruitment Team Morgan Stanley 25 Cabot Square, Canary Wharf London E14 4QA E-mail graduaterecruitmenteurope@ morganstanley.com Web www.morganstanley.com/careers Main locations or regions Dubai, Hong Kong, London, New York, Tokyo and all major European cities. Areas of activity & job function(s) Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm has over 60,000 employees in 42 countries. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake c. 250 graduates and 300 internship vacancies Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31 December 2010
Nomura One Angel Lane, London EC4R 3AB Web www.nomura.com/careers Main locations or regions London, Tokyo, New York and Hong Kong Areas of activity & job function(s) Nomura is fast becoming a global leader in investment banking, boasting a worldwide reach and a strong balance sheet. Our growth has been characterised by an entrepreneurial spirit, a passion for innovation and an ambition to become this centurys global investment bank. If you share our drive, apply now at www.nomura.com/careers Graduates sought All degree disciplines (min 2.1 or equivalent) Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive salary and bonus structure Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake Determined by business demand Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by the internship section on our website
Rothschild New Court St. Swithins Lane London EC4P 4DU Tel +44 (0)20 7280 5000 E-mail gradrecruit@rothschild.com Web www.rothschild.com/careers Main locations or regions We have offices in over 30 countries. In the UK, we recruit into London, Manchester, Birmingham and Leeds Areas of activity & job function(s) Rothschilds principal activities are divided into Global Financial Advisory (M&A & Strategic Advisory and Financial Advisory & Restructuring), Wealth Management, Merchant Banking and Banking. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Please refer to our website for various closing dates Form of application Strictly online only Approx annual intake UK 30; Worldwide 100 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Various please see our website for more details
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The Royal Bank of Scotland Group Web www.makeitrbs.com Main locations or regions UK, Continental Europe, the USA, Asia and APAC. Areas of activity & job function(s) Few organisations can offer the choice of careers graduates will discover at RBS. The variety of options available across Global Banking & Markets is a match for the very best graduate talent. Programmes offered include: Markets (Trading, Sales, Research & Strategy, Structuring) and Banking (Corporate Finance, Portfolio, Debt Capital Markets, Equity Origination, Sector & Country Coverage ), we also have opportunities within GBM Operations and GBM Technology. Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary competitive plus benefit funding Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake Vacancies for over 500 graduates and over 500 interns in 2011 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Varies by programme please check www.makeitrbs.com
Teach First 4 More London Riverside, London SE1 2AU Tel 0203 117 2498 E-mail faq@teachfirst.org.uk Web www.teachfirst.org.uk Main locations or regions East Midlands, London, North East, North West, West Midlands, Yorkshire Areas of activity & job function(s) Teach First is a charity that enables high-calibre graduates to make a real impact in addressing educational disadvantage. Through the two-year Leadership Development Programme participants become effective teachers and leaders, gaining a PGCE teaching qualification along the way. Graduates gain a unique platform of skills and experience to take forward into any future management career. Graduates sought 2.1 degree or above and 300 UCAS points (or equivalent, excluding General Studies) required, in a degree or A-levels that satisfy our teaching subject requirements. Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 730 vacancies Vacation work/courses No
Jo Freeman Nationwide Building Society Nationwide House, Pipers Way Swindon SN38 1LN Tel 01793 657636 E-mail graduates@nationwide.co.uk Web www.nationwide-jobs.co.uk /graduates Main locations or regions Throughout the UK, with Head Offices in Swindon, Bournemouth and Northampton Areas of activity & job function(s) Nationwide is the largest building society in the UK in terms of total assets of 190 billion. Outside of the building society sector we are the third largest mortgage lender and retail savings provider. As a mutual, we are owned by and managed for the benefit of our 15 million members our retail savings and residential mortgage customers rather than shareholders. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 24,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 1025 Vacation work/courses No
The Royal Bank of Scotland Group Web www.makeitrbs.com Main locations or regions UK, Continental Europe, the USA, Asia and APAC. Areas of activity & job function(s) Few organisations can offer the choice of careers graduates will discover at RBS. The variety of options available across the RBS business is a match for the very best graduate talent. With over 30 graduate and internship programmes in everything from Global Banking & Markets, Finance and Business & Commercial Banking to Technology, Marketing, Wealth Management and Retail Business Leadership theres something for everyone, whatever degree discipline and career aspiration. Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary competitive plus benefit funding Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake Vacancies for over 500 graduates and over 500 interns in 2011 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Varies by programme please check www.makeitrbs.com
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Dorthe Habersatter, located at HQ in CH Swiss Re 30 St Mary Axe, London EC3A 8EP Tel +41 (0)43 285 66 91 E-mail dorthe _ habersatter@swissre.com Web www.swissre.com/graduates Main locations or regions Offices in more than 20 countries; headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland Areas of activity & job function(s) Founded in 1863, Swiss Re is a leading and highly diversified global reinsurer operating in more than 20 countries. The companys traditional reinsurance products and related services for property and casualty, as well as the life and health business, are complemented by insurance-based corporate finance solutions and supplementary services for comprehensive risk management. Swiss Re combines professional resources and skills with customer focus to deliver economic profit growth. Graduates sought All disciplines Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online application, interview, assessment day Approx annual intake 50 worldwide Vacation work/courses No
Graduate Recruitment Team Catlin Group Limited E-mail graduateambition@catlin.com Web www.catlin.com/graduate Main locations or regions London Areas of activity & job function(s) We are an international specialist property and casualty insurer and reinsurer, writing more than 30 classes of business. We operate six underwriting hubs London/UK, Europe, Bermuda, United States, Asia-Pacific and Canada as well as a network of international offices. Over the last 25 years, we have grown from just two people to over 1,500, in over 50 offices worldwide. We have opportunities in Underwriting, Actuarial, Catastrophe Aggregate Management, Claims, Finance and Accountancy, Business Change and IT, and Operations. Graduates sought Ideally a 2.1 in a numerical, science or business degree and 300 UCAS points or equivalent Starting salary Competitive and excellent benefits Pattern of recruitment Please refer to our website Form of application Online Approx annual intake 17 Vacation work/courses No
Baillie Gifford & Co Calton Square, 1 Greenside Row, Edinburgh EH1 3AN Tel 0131 275 2000 Web www.bailliegifford.com Main locations or regions Edinburgh Areas of activity & job function(s) We are one of the UKs leading privately owned investment management firms with over 55 billion under management. We are recruiting graduates to join our investment, IT and operations programmes. Graduates sought Any discipline for investment and ops. IT related for the IT programme. Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Closing dates investment 30/11/2010, IT and ops 31/12/2010. Form of application CV and covering letter Approx annual intake Approx. six Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31 January 2011
Investment
Want to develop your leadership and project management skills and hone your business skills?
Emma Flockhart Martin Currie Investment Management Ltd 20 Castle Terrace Saltire Court Edinburgh EH1 2ES Tel 0131 479 4714 E-mail graduaterecruitment@ martincurrie.com Web www.martincurrie.com/careers Main locations or regions Edinburgh Areas of activity & job function(s) Martin Currie is a specialist investment management business based in Edinburgh, Scotland. Employee-owned, it manages 11.8bn in active equity portfolios for clients across Europe, North America and around the world. An independent big boutique, Martin Currie blends the attributes of both large and small investment managers. Graduates sought 2.1 or above in preferably a statistical/analytical degree although all degrees considered Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application CV and covering letter by email Approx annual intake Two Vacation work/courses No Want to develop projects that will make a difference in your local community? Want to build relationships with some of the top employers in the country? SIFE could be the answer. SIFE is an international not-for-profit organisation that mobilises university students to make a difference in their communities while developing the skills to become socially responsible business leaders. An annual series of regional and national competitions provides a forum for teams to present the results of their projects, and advance to the prestigious SIFE World Cup. To be put in touch with the SIFE team at your University, contact SIFE UK Programme Director: Tom Saunders (tsaunders@sife.org) See www.sifeuk.org for more information.
Barclays Capital 5 The North Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London E14 4BB Web www.barcap.com/expectexcellence Main locations or regions Europe, Americas, Asia Pacific Areas of activity & job function(s) Barclays Capital is the investment banking division of Barclays Bank PLC. We have graduate and internship opportunities in areas right across the firm, including: Compliance, Corporate Communications, Finance, Global Financial Risk Management, Human Resources, Investment Banking, Legal, Marketing, Operations, Prime Services, Quantitative Analytics, Research, Sales, Structuring, Technology and Trading. Graduates sought All disciplines Applications from students needing work permits Accepted Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Internships 31 December 2010 Form of application Online application system Approx annual intake 500 full-time globally Vacation work/courses Yes
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HUMAN RESOURCES
HOSPITALITY, LEISURE AND TOURISM
From hotels and catering to adventure parks, this is one of the biggest and fastest moving industries in the world. Job opportunities and salaries vary hugely with roles in areas as diverse as events management and adventure tourism. Employers often do not expect a specific degree and many senior managers have worked their way up.
Human resources (HR) involves recruiting staff; developing policies on performance and equal opportunities; negotiating pay and conditions; advising on employment legislation; planning and delivering training; and keeping accurate records. The work is popular with business graduates although its open to those with other degrees.
The most common way into this sector is via a technical route (eg research, manufacturing and production). Job opportunities can be found throughout the UK and salaries compare well with other employment sectors. For technical work a relevant scientific or technologyrelated degree is essential.
In England and Wales this sector breaks down into solicitors, who give legal advice to clients, and barristers, who provide expert opinions and regularly appear as advocates. Entry involves further study followed by a two-year training contract (to become a solicitor) or a one-year pupillage (to become a barrister).
INDUSTRY
At Bristol
Look at the AGCAS Sector Briefings on tourism and hospitality in our Information Centre or on the web. Check employers attending our Autumn Fair (27 & 28 October 2010). Use our website for details of jobs and recruiters. Have your CV and application form checked by a Careers Adviser on drop-in. Make sure you make the most of your skills and experience.
At Bristol
Attend the Autumn Fair on 27 & 28 October 2010. Check our website for jobs and internships, especially October to January.
At Bristol
Attend the Autumn Fair (27 & 28 October 2010). Watch out for the Insight into Management course runs annually before the start of the autumn term. Visit the Careers Service website (www.bristol.ac.uk/ careers).
LAW
At Bristol
Attend the Law Fair (17 & 18 November 2010). If youre a non-law student wanting a career in law use the online careers network to get in touch with Bristol graduates now working in law. Attend the law for nonlawyers talk (date TBA). Check the careers in the law section of our website.
Law
Graduate Recruitment Allen & Overy LLP One Bishops Square London E1 6AD Tel 020 3088 0000 E-mail graduate.recruitment@allenovery.com Web www.allenovery.com/careeruk Main locations or regions London and 35 other offices worldwide Areas of activity & job function(s) Allen & Overy LLP is an international legal practice with approximately 5,000 staff, including some 470 partners, working in 36 major centres worldwide. Our client list includes many of the worlds top businesses, financial institutions and governments. We offer a training contract which combines the highest quality work, international opportunities and an exceptional learning environment. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 38,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 105 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 16 January 2011
Stephen Trowbridge, Graduate Recruitment and Development Manager Ashurst LLP Broadwalk House, 5 Appold Street, London EC2A 2HA Tel 020 7638 1111 E-mail gradrec@ashurst.com Web www.ashurst.com Main locations or regions Abu Dhabi, Brussels, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, London, Madrid, Milan, Munich, New York, Paris, Singapore, Stockholm, Tokyo and Washington DC Areas of activity & job function(s) Ashurst LLP is an elite law firm advising corporates and financial institutions. Our main areas of practice are in Competition and EU;Corporate; Employment, Incentives and Pensions; Energy, Transport and Infrastructure; International Finance; Litigation; Real Estate; Tax; and Technology and Commercial. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 37,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 55 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31/01/11
Justine Beedle Baker & McKenzie LLP 100 New Bridge Street London EC4V 6JA Tel +44 (0)20 7919 1000 E-mail multiplyingyourpotential @bakernet.com Web www.multiplyingyourpotential.co.uk Main locations or regions London, 67 offices in 39 countries Areas of activity & job function(s) Wide spread of commercial law including Banking, Corporate, Dispute Resolution, EU Competition and Trade, Employment, IP, IT/Comm, Pensions, Projects, Property, Structured Capital Markets and Tax. Trainee solicitors will receive broad training in a commercial City law firm with an unrivalled spread of offices around the world. There will be opportunities for trainees to be seconded overseas for three months during their training contract. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 37,500 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online application Approx annual intake 38 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31 January 2011
Lynne Walters, Head of Graduate and Trainee Management Bird & Bird 15 Fetter Lane, London EC4A 1JP Tel 020 7415 6003 E-mail london.graduates@twobirds.com Web www.twobirds.com Main locations or regions Beijing, Bratislava, Brussels, Budapest, Dsseldorf, Frankfurt, The Hague, Helsinki, Hong Kong, London, Lyon, Madrid, Milan, Munich, Paris, Prague, Rome, Shanghai, Singapore, Stockholm, Warsaw Areas of activity & job function(s) Bird & Bird is an international law firm which operates on the basis of an in-depth understanding of key industry sectors, including Aviation & Aerospace, Financial Services, Communications, Electronics, Energy, IT, Life Sciences, Media and Sport. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes, for some positions Starting salary 35,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 16 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31/01/11
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Samantha Lee Bond Pearce 3 Temple Quay Temple Back East Bristol BS1 6DZ Tel 0845 415 6521 E-mail sam.lee@bondpearce.com Web www.bondpearce.com Main locations or regions Bristol, Plymouth, Southampton, London, Aberdeen Areas of activity & job function(s) Bond Pearce is a major client-focused law firm with ambitious growth plans. Our particular strengths lie in our sector expertise and much of our work lies at the cutting edge of developments in key sectors such as energy, retail, financial services, real estate and the public sector. Graduates sought Law and non-law Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 24,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application EAF Approx annual intake 15 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 9 April 2011
Sophia Fitzpatrick Bristows 100 Victoria Embankment London EC4Y 0DH Tel 020 7400 8000 E-mail sophia.fitzpatrick@bristows.com Web www.bristows.com/trainingcontracts Main locations or regions London Areas of activity & job function(s) Bristows is a medium-sized firm that handles the kind of work you might normally associate with only the very largest firms. Our strength in the intellectual property field means we have a client list that includes leading businesses from the life sciences, technology and consumer products sectors. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 33,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 8-10 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by See website
Denton Wilde Sapte LLP 1 Fleet Place, London EC4M 7WS Tel 020 7320 6892 Web www.dentonwildesapte.com Main locations or regions London, Milton Keynes, Europe, the Middle East, CIS and Africa Areas of activity & job function(s) Denton Wilde Sapte LLP will combine with Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal LLP to form SNR Denton on 30 September 2010. SNR Denton will be a top 25 legal s ervices provider worldwide. Denton Wilde Sapte LLP is a leading commercial law firm with a strong network of offices and associate offices in Europe, the Middle East, the CIS and Africa. We provide a full range of legal services to clients in the following industry sectors: energy, transport and infrastructure; financial institutions, real estate and retail; and technology, media and telecoms. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 37,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 2530 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by See website
Georgie Ruane Pupillage Administrator 4 New Square Lincolns Inn, London WC2A 3RJ Tel 020 7822 2000 E-mail barristers@4newsquare.com Web www.4newsquare.com Main locations or regions London Areas of activity & job function(s) A commercial set of 70 barristers (20 silks). Chambers is recommended for professional liability work, insurance, construction, product liability, chancery, financial services, employment, administrative, public, human rights and costs law. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 60,000 pupillage award including guaranteed earnings; up to 15,000 may be drawn down during BPTC year Pattern of recruitment See website Form of application Applications should be make is accordance with the details on our website: www.4newsquare.com Approx annual intake 2 Vacation work/courses Mini-pupillages available, please see website
Law
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP 65 Fleet Street, London EC4Y 1HS Tel 0207 7716 4568 E-mail uktrainees@freshfields.com Web www.freshfields.com/uktrainees Main locations or regions London + Europe, Asia, North America, Middle East Areas of activity & job function(s) We are a leader among international law firms. With over 2,500 lawyers in 27 key business centres around the world, we provide a comprehensive service to national and multinational corporations, financial institutions and governments. We are looking for trainee solicitors to start training contracts in February 2013 and August 2013. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 39,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 90 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 15 January 2011
Graduate Recruitment Hogan Lovells Hogan Lovells, Atlantic House, Holborn Viaduct, London EC1A 2FG Tel 020 7296 2000 E-mail recruit@hoganlovells.com Web www.hoganlovells.com/graduates Main locations or regions Over 40 offices worldwide, including London Areas of activity & job function(s) Hogan Lovells is one of the leading global law firms. Our international strength across a wide range of practice areas gives us an exceptional reputation not only for corporate, finance, litigation, government regulatory and intellectual property, but also for other specialist areas including employment, EU/competition, insurance and tax. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 37,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake Up to 90 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31 January 2011
Rowena Bubb Kennedys 25 Fenchurch Avenue, London EC3M 5AD Tel (020) 7667 9667 E-mail personnel@kennedys-law.com Web www.kennedys-law.com Main locations or regions London, Manchester, Chelmsford, Birmingham, Sheffield, Cambridge, Maidstone, Taunton and Belfast; Madrid, Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Sydney and Auckland Areas of activity & job function(s) Kennedys lawyers provide a range of specialist legal services for many industries including: insurance/reinsurance, healthcare, construction, local government, rail, maritime and international trade with a particular focus on dispute resolution and litigation. Starting salary 25,00032,000, September 2010
Vicki Dimmick, Graduate Recruitment Manager Macfarlanes LLP 20 Cursitor Street, London EC4A 1LT Tel 020 7831 9222 E-mail gradrec@macfarlanes.com Web www.macfarlanes.com Main locations or regions London Areas of activity & job function(s) Macfarlanes is a leading City Law firm. We are recognised for the quality of our work, not just in dealing with the full range of corporate and commercial matters, but in advising our clients on their private affairs. During the two-year training contract, you will find theres no watching from the sidelines: training here means getting involved. Youll be working on real cases, doing real work for real clients from day one. Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary 38,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual (two years in advance) Form of application EAF, online via website Approx annual intake Up to 30 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31 January 2011
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Jacqui Megson Graduate Recruitment Manager Mayer Brown International LLP 201 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 3AF Tel 0203 130 8524 E-mail graduaterecruitment@ mayerbrown.com Web www.mayerbrown.com Main locations or regions Bangkok, Beijing, Berlin, Brussels, Charlotte, Chicago, Cologne, Frankfurt, Guangzhou, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, New York, Palo Alto, Paris, So Paulo, Shanghai, and Washington DC Areas of activity & job function(s) Mayer Brown is a leading international law firm with offices in key business centres across the Americas, Europe and Asia. Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary 37,500 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 30 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 30 January 2011
Simon Cockshutt Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (Europe) LLP 107 Cheapside London EC2V 6DN Tel 020 7862 4600 E-mail recruitlondon@orrick.com Web www.orrick.com/ london/gradrecruitment Main locations or regions 21 offices in North America, Europe and Asia Areas of activity & job function(s) Orrick is a leading international law firm, known for its market-leading corporate, finance and litigation practices. Working at Orrick you will be part of a truly international team. We will provide you with training and mentoring, which will create a solid foundation for building your career. Open days applications made online Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary 38,000 (2010) NQ starting salary 65,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online; apply by 31/07/2011 for 2013 Approx annual intake 10 Vacation work/courses No
Trainee Recruitment Osborne Clarke 2 Temple Back East Temple Quay Bristol BS1 6EG Tel 0117 917 3484 E-mail trainee.recruitment @osborneclarke.com Web www.osborneclarke.com/trainees Main locations or regions Bristol, London, Thames Valley Areas of activity & job function(s) Interested in a career in law? At Osborne Clarke we turn our legal expertise into our clients commercial gain by using our experience, expertise and imagination to give tailored and practical advice. Were looking for fresh talent to join our expert team as trainee solicitors. Invest in your future: apply online. Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary 31,50036,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 20 Vacation work/courses Yes
Charlotte Hannan, Graduate Recruitment Adviser Shearman & Sterling LLP Broadgate West, 9 Appold Street, London EC2A 2AP Tel 020 7655 5000 E-mail graduates@shearman.com Web www.shearman.com Main locations or regions Asia, Europe, the Middle East, North America and South America Areas of activity & job function(s) Our main areas of work include European Corporate (including Mergers & Acquisitions, Intellectual Property & US Capital Markets), Project Development & Finance, European Finance, International Litigation & Arbitration, Antitrust, Tax, Financial Institutions Advisory & Asset Management, Property and Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits. Graduates sought Any discipline (min 2.1 degree) Starting salary 39,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 15 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 25 February 2011
Think imaginatively?
Solving problems is just the beginning. We want the fresh talent joining our expert team to make a real difference to our clients businesses. Our trainees get access to clients like Dell, RWE npower, Nintendo of Europe, Royal Bank of Scotland, Vodafone and Barclays. From day one. With clients like these, our work spans the globe. So the opportunities are endless. Apply yourself. Online. osborneclarke.com/trainees
Osborne Clarke is committed to an inclusive working environment
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FURTHER READING
For more information about careers in this area of work, see TARGETjobs Law available from your Careers Service
The Trainee Recruitment Team Slaughter and May One Bunhill Row, London EC1Y 8YY Tel 020 7600 1200 E-mail trainee.recruit@ slaughterandmay.com (enquiries only) Web www.slaughterandmay.com Main locations or regions London and overseas, plus Best Friend firms in all the major jurisdictions Areas of activity & job function(s) One of the worlds leading international law firms with an extensive corporate, commercial and financing practice. We look for graduates of good 2.1 ability from any discipline, not just law. Graduates sought Any Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 38,000 (May 2010) Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online system Approx annual intake 90 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Please visit our website for application dates
Jillian Singh/Lucy Greaves Weil Gotshal & Manges One South Place London EC2M 2WG Tel 020 7903 1074 E-mail graduate.recruitment@weil.com Web www.weil.com/ukrecruiting Main locations or regions New York, London, Austin, Beijing, Boston, Budapest, Dallas, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, Miami, Munich, Paris, Prague, Providence, Shanghai, Silicon Valley, Warsaw, Washington DC and Wilmington. Areas of activity & job function(s) A leader in the marketplace for sophisitcated international legal services. With more than 1,200 lawyers and 21 offices throughout the US, Europe and Asia, the firm serves many of the most successful companies in the world in their highstake matters and transactions. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 41,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 10 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31 January 2011
Steven Thompson XXIV Old Buildings 24 Old Buildings Lincolns Inn WC2A 3UP Tel 020 7691 2424 E-mail clerks@xxiv.co.uk Web www.xxiv.co.uk Main locations or regions London and Geneva Areas of activity & job function(s) International commercial Chancery Chambers focusing on business disputes; company and financial services with related pension law aspects; insolvency; property; trusts and estates work; international and offshore; professional liability; and aviation and travel Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 50,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application CV and letter by 1 February 2011 Approx annual intake Two Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Varies depending on time of planned mini-pupillage: please see website
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ManagementIIIJobs and course providers

Management is a broad area of work that can involve managing people, specific functions, departments or areas of a business. For new graduates, one of the main entry routes into a managerial career is through an accelerated management training scheme offered by a range of employers including manufacturers, the financial sector, the public sector and more.
MANAGEMENT
Management
At Bristol
Go to the Autumn Fair (27 & 28 October 2010). Ask about our four-day Insight into Management courses which run every September. Go to the Commercial Awareness talks in autumn and spring terms.
npower Windmill Hill Business Park Whitehill Way, Swindon Wiltshire SN5 6PB Tel 0845 2414933 E-mail graduate.recruitment@ rwebrightergraduates.com Web www.brightergraduates.com Main locations or regions Nationwide Areas of activity & job function(s) npower is one of the UKs leading integrated energy companies, and part of RWE, one of Europes largest utility groups. As Britains brightest energy company, we give creative and ambitious graduates the chance to work on exciting projects, such as developing our power stations or working towards government plans to meet emission targets. Graduates sought Engineering, General Management (sales, marketing and operations), Finance, Business Analysis, Risk and IS within RWE IT UK Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 25,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 30 Vacation work/courses Yes
Sanctuary Group Chamber Court Castle Street Worcester WR1 3ZQ Tel 01905 338600 E-mail graduates@sanctuaryhousing.co.uk Web www.sanctuary-graduates.co.uk Main locations or regions UK wide Areas of activity & job function(s) We are a not-for-profit organisation, but we operate with the commercial vigour of a leading private sector business. Providing affordable housing is at the core of the organisation, but Sanctuary has also diversified into care and facilities management services. We reinvest all of our surplus income into communities and services. Graduates sought Minimum 2.1 in any discipline Starting salary 23,000 + relocation and bonus Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 3 Vacation work/courses Yes
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Jobs and course providersIIIMarketing, sales and media Not-for-profit Patent work Public serviceI
MARKETING, SALES AND MEDIA
Marketing involves researching customers needs and developing creative ideas to promote their products. Media can be grouped into four areas: newspapers and magazines, radio and television, book publishing, and advertising. Sales positions can be in any walk of life, not just in the media. Opportunities within these sectors are found all over the UK.
Marketing, sales and media
At Bristol
Check the marketing and media pages on our website (www.bristol.ac.uk/ careers). Go along to the marketing, advertising and PR evening (date TBA). Sign up for the Insight into Media course (Easter 2011). Dont miss company presentations usually in October or early November.
Harriet Miller WPP 27 Farm Street, London W1J 5RJ Tel 020 7408 2204 E-mail hmiller@wpp.com Web www.wpp.com Main locations or regions Nearly 2,400 offices in 107 countries Areas of activity & job function(s) WPP is the world leader in communications services. Major brands include JWT, Ogilvy & Mather, Y&R, Grey, United, GroupM, Mindshare, MEC, MediaCom, Millward Brown, TNS, Kantar Media, OgilvyOne Worldwide, Wunderman, OgilvyAction, Hill & Knowlton, Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide, Burson-Marsteller, Cohn & Wolfe, CommonHealth, Sudler & Hennessey, Ogilvy Healthworld, ghg, Landor, Fitch, The Brand Union and G2 among others. Specialist skills include advertising; media investment management; information, insight & consultancy; public relations and public affairs; branding and identity; healthcare communications; direct, digital, promotion and relationship marketing; and specialist communications. We are looking for people who are intellectually curious and motivated by the prospect of delivering high-quality communications services to their clients. Those selected will work in a number of WPP companies and across different marketing disciplines. Graduates sought Degree (2.1 or above) or equivalent. Any discipline. Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual deadline 11 November 2010 Form of application Online at www.wpp.com Approx annual intake 110 Vacation work/courses No
This sector includes charities and any other organisations run on a non-profit basis. There are opportunities all over the UK with many head offices in London. Voluntary and paid employment is available for graduates of any discipline, although entry can be very competitive. Relevant work experience, including voluntary work, can give you a valuable edge.
NOT-FOR-PROFIT
At Bristol
Go to the working in charities talk (date TBA). Attend the environmental careers talk (date TBA). Check the Working in charities section on our website (www.bristol.ac.uk/ careers).
Patent work lies at the interface between law and science/engineering. Patent agents/attorneys obtain and enforce intellectual property rights. They work either in patent departments of large industrial organisations, in private firms or as patent agents in government departments. Patent examiners assess patent applications for the licensing bodies (the UK Intellectual Property Office and the European Patent Office).
Patent work
At Bristol
Use our online careers network to get in touch with Bristol graduates who now work as patent agents. Use the occupational files to research employers in this industry. Check whos attending our recruitment fairs, particularly the Autumn Fair (27 & 28 October 2010) and the Engineering and IT Fair (13 October 2010).
Mr Nigel Price J A Kemp & Co 14 South Square, Grays Inn, London WC1R 5JJ Tel +44 (0)20 3077 8600 E-mail mail@jakemp.com Web www.jakemp.com Main locations or regions London, Oxford and Munich Areas of activity & job function(s) Patent, trade mark and design protection. One of the UKs leading patent firms. Recruits are trained in European, British and foreign patent law and practice and acquire the European and British professional qualifications. The firm has a strong trade mark practice and also handles registered designs. Graduates sought Biosciences, chemistry, engineering or physics for patent recruits. Ideally law for trade mark recruits. Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual and continuous Form of application CV and covering letter Approx annual intake Up to 4 Vacation work/courses No
This sector covers all jobs funded by public taxes. The main recruiters are the Civil Service, local government, the NHS, the emergency services and the armed forces. Central government jobs tend to be based in London, while other roles can be found across the UK. Entry requirements and salaries vary widely across the sector.
PUBLIC SERVICE
PATENT WORK
At Bristol
Go along to the Autumn Fair (27 & 28 October 2010) and the Engineering and IT Fair (13 October 2010). Check the working in the public sector section of our website (www.bristol.ac.uk/ careers).
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RETAIL MANAGEMENT
The retail sector offers management opportunities in both store operations and head office functions. Many retailers (including retail banks) run graduate programmes that offer the chance to explore different career areas before specialising. Most retail management jobs are open to graduates from all degree backgrounds.
Retail management
At Bristol
Attend the Autumn Fair (27 & 28 October 2010). Sign up for Skills workshops which help you develop teamworking, leadership and presentation skills. Have your CV checked by a Careers Adviser on drop-in. Check the jobs section of our website (www.bristol.ac.uk/ careers).
Donna Miller Enterprise Rent-A-Car Tel 0870 850 1232 E-mail donna.w.miller@erac.com Web www.enterprisealive.co.uk/csg2010 Main locations or regions We have more than 375 locations throughout the UK and Ireland Areas of activity & job function(s) Add an annual turnover of over $12 billion to a rental and leasing fleet made up of more than one million vehicles spread across some 7,600 locations worldwide and you get Enterprise RentA-Car. Join our Management Training Programme and you could be running your own branch in a little under two years. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 16,00019,000 depending upon location Pattern of recruitment Year round recruitment Form of application Online Approx annual intake 750 across the UK and Ireland Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Ongoing
The Royal Bank of Scotland Group Web www.makeitrbs.com Main locations or regions UK, Continental Europe, the USA, Asia and APAC Areas of activity & job function(s) Few organisations can offer the choice of careers graduates will discover at RBS. The variety of options available across the RBS business is a match for the very best graduate talent. With over 30 graduate and internship programmes, in everything from Global Banking & Markets, Finance and Business & Commercial Banking to Technology, Marketing, Wealth Management and Retail Business Leadership, theres something for everyone, whatever degree discipline and career aspiration. Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary competitive plus benefit funding Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake Vacancies for over 500 graduates and over 500 interns in 2011 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Varies by programme please check www.makeitrbs.com
The main choice for graduates starting out in this sector is between primary (ages 511, mixed subjects) and secondary (ages 1118, specialist knowledge) school teaching. It typically takes one-two years to reach qualified teacher status, commonly via the PGCE or GTP route.
TEACHING
At Bristol
Have your application form checked by a careers adviser on drop-in. Go to our Careers in Teaching talk (date TBA). Visit the teaching section of the Careers Services website (www.bristol.ac.uk/ careers).
WORKING INTERNATIONALLY
Here are some key web resources to help you identify employers in each of the countries where Group GTI, which publishes this Guide, currently operates. Your own careers service will have more information on opportunities in the rest of the world.
Europe
graduatejobsineurope.com The top employers across 22 European countries as voted for by undergraduates along with regularlyupdated economic data for each country.
Germany
staufenbiel.de For a full range of jobs and postgraduate courses and downloadable careers guides in the following sectors: automotive, consulting, banking and finance, retail, IT, law, natural sciences, engineering and business.
China and Hong Kong

gradchina.com Jobs, careers information and advice for students wanting to work in China and Hong Kong. Includes downloadable GradChina employer and courses directory.
The UK
targetjobs.co.uk, targetcourses.co.uk and target-events.co.uk Jobs, employers and events as well as advice and loads of specialist information about 30 sectors of work.
Singapore and Malaysia

gradsingapore.com, gradmalaysia.com and postgradasia.com For jobs, employers and postgraduate courses in Singapore and Malaysia. Also available to download are the GradSingapore employer directory and Malaysian careers guides in banking and financial services, law, IT and engineering.
Ireland
gradireland.com and postgradireland.com The official sites in Ireland for jobs, employers and postgraduate study.
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TEACH YOUR OWN LANGUAGE. EXPERIENCE ANOTHER LIFE.

Your year as a Language Assistant teaching English in a primary or secondary school overseas will be an experience that will stay with you for life. Apart from improving your language skills and exploring another culture, youll also return with a greater sense of independence and a fuller CV. Weve placed Language Assistants right around the world. Wherever youre based, youll gain real responsibility and an experience that will stretch all your talents, not just your teaching ones. The best Language Assistants bring English alive for their class and add to the life of their school. This calls for a blend of abilities. As well as an AS level or higher in the language of the country in which you want to teach, youll need to have completed your secondary education in the UK and have the resourcefulness to adapt to another culture. Wherever youre heading, rst visit www.languageassistant.co.uk Alternatively call us on 020 7389 4596.
Further studyIIIJobs and course providers
FURTHER STUDY
Thinking about further study? Go to targetcourses.co.uk
Legal
At Bristol
Research 1,000s of postgraduate courses. Contact universities. Find out how to secure funding for your course. Discover whether further study is right for you. Read postgraduate accounts of further study. Explore a range of postgraduate subjects and career options. BPP Address BPP College of Professional Studies, 6870 Red Lion Street, London WC1R 4NY Tel +44 (0) 845 077 5045 E-mail admissions@bpp.com Web www.bpp.com Course outline For over 35 years, BPP one of Europes leading providers of professional education, providing undergraduate, postgraduate, professional qualifications and Continued Professional Development (CPD) training has been preparing people to enter a wide range of business and legal professions. Training 90 per cent of the FTSE 100 companies, as well as serving 19 leading law firms who send their trainees exclusively to us, we have built our reputation by helping people develop the skills demanded by todays top employers. Our goal is to prepare you for the realities of your chosen career in the UK or overseas. Our programmes are taught by experienced practitioners and academics, supported by outstanding facilities and a network of study centres throughout the UK and Europe such as our superb Business School in the City of London, right next to the Gherkin. Career prospects Accounting, business, finance, HR, law, management and marketing Qualification gained BSc, LLB, LLM, MSc, MBA, professional business and legal qualifications, and CPD Other information Generous scholarships are available for our degree programmes Cardiff Law School LPC and BPTC Address Cardiff Law School Cardiff University Museum Avenue Cardiff CF10 3AX Tel 029 2087 4941 (LPC) and 029 2087 4964 (BPTC) E-mail law-lpc@cf.ac.uk (LPC) and law-bptc@cf.ac.uk (BPTC) Web www.law.cardiff.ac.uk/cpls Course outline Cardiff Law School is the leading provider of legal training in Wales. The Legal Practice Course (LPC) is a one-year (full-time) two-year (part-time) course that suitably qualified graduates who wish to become solicitors must complete. The Cardiff LPC has the highest possible Law Society rating and has been consistently rated Excellent by the Law Society. The Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) is the equivalent course for those wishing to become barristers and is highly regarded at Cardiff. Both courses are taught by experienced practitioners. Career prospects Solicitor or barrister Qualification gained LPC or BPTC Frequency of course Annual LPC: 220 places; BPTC: 72 places Other information See website
Legal
Postgraduate
The College of Law The UKs no. 1 law school Address Birmingham, Bristol, Chester, Guildford, London, Manchester and York Tel 0800 289997 E-mail admissions@lawcol.co.uk Web www.college-of-law.co.uk Course outline Graduate Diploma in Law: law conversion course for non-law graduates: full-time, part-time or S-mode Legal Practice Course: full-time, part-time or S-mode Bar Professional Training Course: full-time or part-time Juris Doctor: Qualify for the New York State Bar LL.Ms: professional, practice-led Masters degrees. Qualification gained GDL, LPC, BPTC, JD or LL.M. LL.B law degree for students who pass both GDL and LPC/BPTC with us. Length of course One year (full-time), two years (part-time), 16 months (part-time LPC), 18 months (GDL S-mode), three years for Juris Doctor, five years maximum for LL.M Other information Award-winning pro bono and largest, best-resourced legal careers service in UK.
Kaplan Law School GDL, LPC & BPTC Address Kaplan Law School Palace House 3 Cathedral Street London SE1 9DE Tel 020 7367 6400 E-mail admissions@kaplanlawschool.org.uk Web www.kaplanlawschool.org.uk Course outline GDL: Graduate Diploma in Law www.kaplanlawschool.org.uk/gdl This one year intensive course is designed for any non-law graduate who intends to become a solicitor or barrister in the UK. The GDL places the academic subjects into a work related context so that students are more prepared for practice. Face to face tuition is a priority. LPC: Legal Practice Course www.kaplanlawschool.org.uk/lpc The NLS LPC has long been regarded as the industry leader and is the only LPC to receive the SRAs highest rating every year since its inception. KLS offer the same rigorous, professional standards of course design and delivery, reflected in the same highest rating received from the SRA. Our teaching model is based around smaller group sizes which helps accelerate student learning. BPTC: Bar Professional Training Course www.kaplanlawschool.org.uk/bptc KLS is delighted to have been validated by the Bar Standards Board (BSB) to deliver in London the NLS Bar Course. The NLS Bar Course is established as one of the best in the country with double the average pupillage rates and the highest student satisfaction rates. Career prospects Kaplan Law School has a dedicated Careers Service, which is available to students from the day they accept our offer until one academic year after they finish their qualification. Length of course One year
Bath Spa University Address Newton St Loe, Bath, BA2 9BN Tel 01225 875 875 E-mail enquiries@bathspa.ac.uk Web www.bathspa.ac.uk/courses Course outline Taught postgraduate subjects include Biology, Creating & Developing Your Business, Creative Writing, Curatorial Practice, Design (Brand Development, Ceramics, Fashion & Textiles, Communication Design, Investigating Fashion Design), Ecological Impact Assessment, Education Studies, Fine Art, Geography, Health Studies, Investigating Crafts, Literature and Landscape, MMus(Creative Sound and Media Technology, Experimental Music, Performance, Songwriting), PGCE, Professional Practice in Higher Education, Scriptwriting, Writing for Young People. Qualification gained Grad or PG Cert/Dip; MA; MSc; MMus; MFA; MTeach Other information Bath Spa University offers an inspiring and supportive environment in which to study our campuses are stunning, with all the latest facilities to meet your academic, social and cultural needs. To find out more about a unique University where each student is valued as an individual, contact us now.
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Whether you are looking for full or part-time study, UWIC is an excellent choice for postgraduate study.
Ranked as the leading new university in Wales** we pride ourselves on having a strong reputation in applied research and active engagement with business and industry.
We offer a wide range of first-class taught courses and unique research opportunities across five academic schools:
* * * * *
Cardiff School of Art & Design Cardiff School of Education Cardiff School of Health Sciences Cardiff School of Management Cardiff School of Sport
Further Information and full course list:
www.uwic.ac.uk/postgraduate
029 2041 6044 Postgraduate Scholarships available:
uwic.ac.uk/scholarships
** The Complete University Guide 2011, the Times Good University Guide 2011
and the Guardian University Guide 2011.
Further studyIIIJobs and course providers

Postgraduate
ESCP Europe Business School Address 527 Finchley Road London NW3 7BG Tel +44 (0)20 7443 8800 E-mail ukadmission@escpeurope.eu Web www.escpeurope.eu Course outline Founded in 1819, ESCP Europe is one of the worlds oldest business schools. With campuses in London, Paris, Berlin, Madrid and Turin, and academic alliances around the globe, the School prides itself on providing education that crosses borders. With almost 200 years of experience, ESCP Europes standing in the sector is consistently ranked alongside the top business schools in Europe and worldwide. We offer the following programmes at our London campus: Master in European Business Master in Management Master in Marketing and Creativity Summer Courses (Management, Marketing, Finance). Career prospects Mixing traditional study with high-profile internships and live company consultancy projects, we enable our students to increase both their theoretical knowledge and practical skill base, easing their transition into the professional world. Other information Partial scholarships are available to eligible students based on merit and financial need.
German Academic Exchange Service Postgraduate Masters and Doctorates in Germany Course convenor Various universities in Germany Address German Academic Exchange Service 1 Southampton Place London WC1A 2DA Tel 020 7831 9511 E-mail info@daad.org.uk Web www.daad.org.uk Course outline The introduction of the BA/MA/doctoral system in Germany means it is now far easier to transfer there with a bachelor degree to continue on a BA/MA/doctoral international degree programmes (IDPs) www.daad.de/idp. Many of these courses are taught in English. Career prospects Employers like students who have lived and studied abroad. They find such students more open to new ideas and independentlyminded. Qualification gained Masters or Doctorate Frequency of course The majority start in October each year. Length of course Most masters are 2 year programmes Other information www.daad.de/idp
Postgraduate
Imperial College London Advanced Chemical Engineering Course convenor Department of Chemical Engineering Address South Kensington Campus London SW7 2AZ Tel 020 7594 5560 E-mail pgadmissionsce@imperial.ac.uk Web http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/chemicalengineering Course outline We offer four MSc courses: Advanced Chemical Engineering Advanced Chemical Engineering with Biotechnology Advanced Chemical Engineering with Process Systems Engineering Advanced Chemical Engineering with Structured Product Engineering Details on our MSc courses can be found on our website: http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/chemicalengineering/courses/postgraduate/msc Entry requirements Normal qualifications for acceptance for our MSc courses include a first or upper second class Honours degree (or overseas equivalent) in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematical, Biological Sciences or any other branch of Engineering. Other qualifications may be acceptable in certain circumstances. Qualification gained MSc Frequency of course October start Length of course 12 months
University of Warwick MSc Computer Science and Applications Address Department of Computer Science, University of Warwick, Coventry CV4 7AL Tel +44 (0)24 7652 2424 E-mail msc-admissions@ dcs.warwick.ac.uk Web www.dcs.warwick.ac.uk Course outline The MSc offers a choice of advanced Computer Science topics, together with their applications. Designed for Computer Science (and related) graduates, it provides preparation for the use of cutting-edge tools and techniques in industry or business, or for ongoing PhD study. Career prospects Graduates with advanced Computer Science knowledge are in wide demand. Warwick provides extensive careers advice to ensure graduates are well prepared at the start of their careers Qualification gained MSc Frequency of course Every year Length of course One year full time Other information Warwick is consistently ranked as a top ten UK university, and has received excellent ratings by the QAA for teaching quality and the RAE for research
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Employers
ACCA ..........................................................................................................(51) The Actuarial Profession ............................................................................53 Accenture ....................................................................................................45 Airbus ..........................................................................................................47 Allen & Overy LLP........................................................................................57 aquilaheywood ..........................................................................................43 Ashurst LLP ................................................................................................57 Atkins ..........................................................................................................41 AWE ..............................................................................................................47 BAE Systems ..............................................................................47, (48), 52 Baillie Gifford & Co......................................................................................56 Bain & Company ........................................................................................46 Baker & McKenzie LLP ..............................................................................57 Bank of America Merrill Lynch ..................................................................43 Barclays Capital ................................................................................56, OBC Barclays Wealth ..........................................................................................54 Bechtel ........................................................................................................48 Bird & Bird....................................................................................................57 Bloomberg ..................................................................................................52 Bond Pearce ................................................................................................58 BNP Paribas Real Estate ............................................................................45 Bristows ......................................................................................................58 British Council ........................................................................................(64) Catlin Group Limited ..................................................................................56 CHP Consulting............................................................................................43 Denton Wilde Sapte LLP ............................................................................58 Detica Limited ............................................................................................43 Deutsche Bank ....................................................................................43, 54 Diamond Management & Technology Consultants ................................46 Dixon Wilson................................................................................................52 DSTL..............................................................................................................48 Enterprise Rent-A-Car ................................................................................63 Four New Square ........................................................................................58 Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP ........................................................58 Hazlewoods ................................................................................................52 Hogan Lovells..............................................................................................58 HW Fisher & Company ..............................................................................52 ICAEW ..........................................................................................................52 The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland ..............................52 IPL ................................................................................................................43 J A Kemp & Co ............................................................................................62 J.P. Morgan ..................................................................................................54 Jaguar Land Rover......................................................................................48 Johnson Matthey........................................................................................48 Kennedys ....................................................................................................58 KPMG ............................................................................................................53 L.E.K. Consulting LLP ................................................................................46 Lazard ..........................................................................................................54 LECG Ltd ......................................................................................................46 Macfarlanes LLP..........................................................................................58 Martin Currie Investment Management Ltd ............................................56 68 Mayer Brown International LLP ................................................................59 Metaswitch Networks ................................................................................44 Mitsubishi UFJ Securities International plc..............................................54 Morgan Stanley....................................................................................54, IBC Mott MacDonald................................................................................(42), 42 National Grid................................................................................................50 Nationwide Building Society......................................................................55 NERA Economic Consulting ......................................................................46 Network Rail ................................................................................................50 Nomura ........................................................................................................54 npower ................................................................................................(61), 61 Oliver Wyman ..............................................................................................46 Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (Europe) LLP ............................................59 Osborne Clarke ..................................................................................(59), 59 PKF (UK) LLP ..............................................................................................53 PwC..................................................................................................IFC, 47, 53 RBB Economics ..........................................................................................45 Red Gate Software............................................................................(44), 44 RICS ..............................................................................................................42 Roland Berger Strategy Consultants ........................................................47 Rolls-Royce plc..................................................................................(49), 50 Rothschild....................................................................................................54 The Royal Bank of Scotland Group ..............................................44, 55, 63 Sanctuary Group ........................................................................................61 Shearman & Sterling LLP ..........................................................................59 Slaughter and May......................................................................................60 Swiss Re ......................................................................................................56 Teach First ..................................................................................................55 Tessella plc ..................................................................................................44 UHY Hacker Young ......................................................................................53 Velocix ..........................................................................................................45 Weil Gotshal & Manges ..............................................................................60 WPP ..............................................................................................................62 XXIV Old Buildings ......................................................................................60
Further study
Bath Spa University ....................................................................................65 BPP University College ..............................................................................65 Cardiff Law School ......................................................................................65 The College of Law ......................................................................................65 ESCP Europe Business School ..................................................................67 German Academic Exchange Service ......................................................67 Imperial College London ............................................................................67 Kaplan Law School ......................................................................................65 University of Warwick ................................................................................67 UWIC ............................................................................................................66
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