Careers Advice for 14-24 Year Olds
Career decisions can be overwhelming, but they don’t have to be. Whether you’re choosing your first job or just want to see what’s out there, here you’ll find clear guidance that cuts through the noise.
Exploring Options
Discover career paths that match your interests and strengths.
Can you do an Apprenticeship if you Already Have a Degree?
It can be difficult to find work in your chosen field straight out of university. Level 7 degree apprenticeships are a fantastic option, allowing you to gain relevant skills and a Master’s Degree
Can you do an Apprenticeship after A-Levels?
If you’re looking to start a career after finishing your A-Levels, apprenticeships are a great and respected alternative to university. You'll join the workforce, get qualifications and earn a salary - all at the same time.
The Highest Paid Internships & Placements in the UK
Want to know which industries pay their interns and placement students the best? Or how much you can expect to earn in the area where you live? Keep reading for a breakdown of average salary by industry and region.
The Best Places For Apprenticeships
Looking for an apprenticeship can be a process. So to help you make your choices, we've put together the top places to do an apprenticeship in the UK.
Application Tips
Stand out with our CVs and application hacks.
Writing an Internship Cover Letter (with examples)
You’ve found the perfect internship and own a CV. Now it’s time to get your cover letter together… but how do you go about writing one for an internship?
Writing an Apprenticeship Cover Letter (with Examples)
Here's a step-by-step guide to perfecting your apprenticeship cover letter. A cover letter is a formal letter that accompanies a CV, outlining why you think you’re the right person for the job.
How to Write a Placement CV (with template)
To help you craft the ultimate CV and astound recruiters for placements, we’ve put together a step-by-step guide.
Applications Closing Early? Be One Step Ahead!
A lot of students use the deadline date to make sure they get their applications in on time. But employers are now closing their applications before their advertised deadline. Why? And what can you do about it?
Interview Tips
Turn interview nerves into confidence and impress employers.
6 Job-Landing Questions to Ask at an Interview
Going to interview for a placement or internship? Let’s take a look at the best 6 questions you should ask your interviewer to show you're eager for the role
Common Internship Interview Questions
This is your guide to the most common internship interview questions, and how to answer them successfully.
What Happens After Applying for an Apprenticeship?
You’re probably wondering what happens after you apply for an apprenticeship. This guide is here to help you through the apprenticeship post-application journey.
Free Download: The Ultimate Interview Toolkit
Whether you’re getting ready for your first ever interview or looking to build your question answering skills, our toolkit will give you the confidence to ace your interview.
Student Life
Make the most of your university or school experience.
How to Balance University and a Part Time Job
Working a part-time job while studying can feel like a lot. Here are some practical ways to manage both without it affecting your studies.
8 Ways to Make Friends at University
There are so many things to be taken into consideration when going to university. Living with new people, possibly moving to a new city, starting a new course… and more. Sometimes it can be extra tricky to know how to balance all this and make friends. So, we asked third-year university student, Lucy, to share her tips on thriving during your time at university.
How To Deal With Burnout During Exam Season
Whether you’re a planner or a last-minute crammer, exam season is tough. Feeling tired and overwhelmed whilst studying? Follow these steps to get your body into full swing again.
What to Do if You Get a 2:2 Degree
If you finished university with a 2:2, your life is far from over. Here's everything you can do with a 2:2 degree.
Working Life
Navigate your first job with ease.
5 things I learned on my Placement
Our graduate marketing executive Grace has been there and done it as a placement student. Here are her top tips for getting the most out of your placement year.
Ace Your First Day at Work
Gearing up for your first day at work? Internships, Placements, Apprenticeships and Grad Roles: Here's Your Complete Guide to Starting Off with a Bang.
The Social Perks of being an Apprentice
You can meet new people, make lifelong friends and even move out of your parent’s house if you do an apprenticeship
The Top Skills You’ll Get During Work Experience
We've gone through thousands of real student job reviews to find out the top soft skills you'll develop during work experience.
