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Job searching

Job search techniques

Employers use a variety of methods to recruit, so any successful job searching requires a knowledge of these and an understanding of how to exploit them to your best advantage.

  • Online
  • Recruitment agencies
  • Speculative applications
  • Print media
  • Word of mouth and networking

​Graduate opportunities

There are many options open to graduates, and many places to search for them. Most employers use the web to advertise their vacancies (either on their own websites or via job sites), whereas smaller local companies may still advertise only in local newspapers. Networking still achieves good results, opening up the 'hidden jobs market'. 

​Working abroad

​Working in charities and international development

Student Jobs

Graduate placements and internships

Graduate training schemes

Graduate vacancy websites