Welcome to GradJobs magazine! Y
our time at university is coming to an end and the working world is calling! It’s an exciting time, but you also have to make some big decisions about your future career. So… what’s your next step?
With so many opportunities out there for you to consider, the process can be overwhelming. GradJobs magazine is here to help you navigate the graduate recruitment market and achieve your career goals.
In this issue, experts share their advice on the application process, we investigate the diff erent routes into the teaching profession, and recent graduates share their experiences of making the transition into the world of work.
You’ll also fi nd the Show Guide for this year’s National Graduate Recruitment Exhibitions. These events off er you the opportunity to meet the UK’s leading graduate employers, fi nd out about the roles they have to off er and what they look for in a successful application.
While at the events, make sure you take advantage of: • Interactive Skills for Business workshops • One-to-one guidance in the Careers Advice Lounge • Personal feedback on your performance during a Mock Assessment Centre • Tailored advice to help you perfect your CV
We’ve also introduced a Careers in Industry Theatre where you’ll be able to catch representatives from industry leaders including Metro Bank, Civil Service Fast Stream and Amazon, sharing valuable insights into the most sought-after graduate roles.
So turn to page 29 to see what’s on at the event and start planning your visit. See you there!
David Wain Senior Portfolio Manager
£8 TRAVEL SUBSIDY!*
THE NATIONAL GRADUATE RECRUITMENT EXHIBITIONS
7 & 8 October | Olympia, London 4 & 5 November | NEC, Birmingham
For details see
GradJobs.co.uk Did you know that full time students can claim up to £8 towards their travel costs? Well, you do now! To claim, take your valid student ID, train/bus ticket or receipt to the Refunds Offi ce onsite and you will be given an application form to send off once you’re home. For more details about what you can and cannot claim for, visit
GradJobs.co.uk before you travel and send an email to
transport.ngr@
vmgl.com if you have any questions.
EDITOR Flora Neighbour
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vmgl.com
EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Jack Sadler
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vmgl.com
DESIGN & PRODUCTION Aryan Pishneshin
az.pishneshin@vmgl.com James Morris
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vmgl.com
PUBLISHING DIRECTOR Tracy Shah
ADVERTISING David Wain
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Allan Miles
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