Why should you invest in your early careers talent pipeline? (ISE)
An ISE article published in July 2022 boasted that employers are boosting work experience opportunities for the first time since the pandemic. This is great news for students and graduates who have suffered with a lack of opportunities due to cancelled programmes throughout 2020 and 2021. But the article was clear that a proportion of…
What transferable skills can graduates learn by working remotely?
What transferable skills can graduates learn by working remotely? Landing your first job after graduation can feel like a daunting task. Where do you even start? Adding to the existing pressures is the reality of remote work, The coronavirus pandemic forced many people to work remotely, and this trend is likely to continue even years…
The graduating ‘Class of Covid’ – What was University like for them?
The graduating ‘Class of Covid’ – What was University like for them? For the students attending university during the rise of Covid, they did not have the typical university experience that previous graduates can relate to. This is due to the global pandemic, Covid-19. When starting university, students believed their camera roll would be full…
Three things you can do before leaving for uni to help prevent theft
University students are often a target of theft for a variety of reasons. They tend to have a lot of valuable items with them, including laptops, smartphones, and textbooks. Many students live in off-campus housing that may not be as secure as on-campus accommodation. When on campus, university students are often busy and may not…
Understanding The GCSE 9-1 Grading System – A Guide For The Graduate Employer
GCSE results are something that all employers are generally interested in when hiring someone. However many graduate employers are still confused by the new numerical grading system that was introduced in 2017. Research that was commissioned by Ofqual in 2018 found that more than one in five graduate employers wrongly believed that 1 was the…
Save the date for the IHRE22 Summit: 5 October, Edgbaston Stadium
The In House Recruitment Expo Summit will run on 14 October at Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham. The opening – closing time is 10am – 4.30pm IHRE22 Summit will feature seminars, masterclass sessions with time to network with colleagues and peers. Event supporters include: Personnel Today Jobs, On Rec and Recruiter Magazine. Registration is now open for…
4 Top Tips for anyone studying abroad in the UK
4 Top Tips for anyone studying abroad in the UK Studying abroad remains a popular choice for many students all over the world. Not only does it give you the chance to immerse yourself in a new culture and gain life experience, but it may also give you access to some of the best universities…
Understanding the new changes to BTECs and what are T Levels? – A Guide for Graduate Employers
GCSE exams became linear several years ago with a new numerical grading system from 9 (best) to 1 and have now changed again, with revised and often harder exam questions. The ever-changing system can provide much confusion for employers when looking to employ students or graduates. Further changes to Level 3 qualifications were suggested in…
Three Top Tips for Managing your time during Exam Season
Three Top Tips for Managing your time during Exam Season As exams approach, students can feel overwhelmed by the amount of material they need to review. It can be difficult to know where to start, or how to use your time in the most effective way. Time management is key during exam season. By creating…
Student and Graduate Mental Health: The Stigma & How to Overcome It
Mental health is a sensitive topic for many people. For students and graduates, it can be an even more complicated issue to deal with, as they often feel the pressure to succeed academically while also managing other responsibilities and stresses. Unfortunately, there is a stigma attached to mental health issues that can make it even…
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