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Deadline Buster: August 22-29

editor — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 16:03:35 +0100

Milkround.com presents the final graduate scheme and job deadlines coming up over the next week. Act fast to get yours in before it’s too late!

How to get work experience

james-sharp — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 13:15:20 +0100

Employers love it, careers advisors eulogise it, students get sick of hearing about it. Work experience: we know that it’s often the most important thing to have on your CV.

How to write a CV

Peter Panayotou — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 14:32:05 +0100

A CV is probably one of the most important documents you will ever write. Its purpose is to offer employers a snapshot of you.

When unpaid pays a lot

madali83 — Mon, 12 May 2008 17:51:38 +0100

Let’s start with a bit of pragmatism: with voluntary work on your CV you are more likely to appeal to potential employers. Three quarters prefer to recruit candidates who have volunteering experience according to recent studies (Prospects Directory 2007/08).

Networking tips for law students

harrietk — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:46:43 +0100

Open evenings are incredibly important for students coming to the end of their law degree. Not only do you get to find out more about specific law firms, but they also give you a chance to stand out. Here are some top networking tips for prospective trainee solicitors.

Tips from the top: How to work in conservation

Sarah Bishop — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 15:49:41 +0100

Are you passionate about the natural world? Do you have a love of plants and animals? Are you prepared to commit yourself to protecting species and ecosystems?

A career in conservation can be varied, hugely rewarding and can take you to remote locations all over the world, but is also highly competitive.

Comment: Where are all the female scientists?

Annette Williams — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 11:28:37 +0000

"It is the responsibility of the media, as a vehicle for social change,
to give women an equal voice and paint a positive picture of the opportunities available to them in the sector..."

All work, no pay

amyf — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 15:29:14 +0000

Working for a whole month without pay, with bills to cover, was tough, but I didn’t question it.” Helen Andrew, 22, is one of thousands of students and graduates every year

Working in the public sector

alext — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 10:43:08 +0000

The private sector is ‘losing out’ in the race to get graduate talent.

Making contact

chloeb — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 14:14:22 +0000

Following the introduction of top up fees nearly two years ago, students are now paying more than ever for their University education.