Investing in your future, making the most of your resources
Aravind Ashok pursued a master’s degree in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering with Industrial Practice at the University of Greenwich, aiming to gain industrial experience through a placement. He successfully secured a placement as a Production Engineer at Wozair Limited. Wozair specialises in the design and manufacture of high integrity heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC)…
Mastering Your Graduate Job Search: Strategies for Efficiency and Impact
Embarking on your graduate job search journey can be both exhilarating and daunting. With exams on the horizon and perhaps a part-time job in the mix, it’s crucial to navigate this path with strategic precision. Here, we share not just tips but a blueprint for transforming your job search from a daunting task into an…
5 Key Steps to Enhance Your LinkedIn Profile for Graduate Job Hunting Success
The significance of a polished LinkedIn profile for graduates cannot be overstated. Reflecting on a poll we conducted and revisiting it recently to gauge current trends, the results highlight the platform’s critical role in job hunting. With 38% of respondents deeming a complete LinkedIn profile “Extremely Important” and 29% rating it “Very Important,” the consensus…
How Graduates Drive Innovation and Business Success
Imagine unlocking the full potential of your business with fresh, innovative minds. This isn’t just a thought experiment—it’s a reality many of our clients are implementing into their strategy. The fresh perspectives and innovative ideas of recent graduates are playing a crucial role in driving businesses towards new levels of success and development. Let’s take…
Why You Should Join a Club or Play Sports in University
Taking part in university sports is a great way to make friends and boost your health, and this is true even if you’ve never really been the sporty type. The sports clubs and events at university cater to all levels and abilities, including complete beginners as well as those more athletically inclined. Even if you…
Paid Internships: Adding value to early careers and smaller businesses for decades.
Step has been bringing Business and Graduates Together since the mid 1980s. Originally set up as the Shell Technology Enterprise Programme, the aim has always been to create meaningful paid internship opportunities, removing barriers to opportunity for all students. In 2024, 40 years since its inception, Step endures as a commercial graduate recruitment agency. As…
A Guide to Enhancing Your Skills for Free
A Guide to Enhancing Your Skills for Free In the journey of lifelong learning, whether you’re at the start of your early career or freshly graduated, the desire to expand your knowledge is a constant. While formal education and specialised courses often come with a hefty price tag, a wealth of free resources await those…
The Ongoing Debate: The Relevance of Cover Letters in the Age of AI
In 2017, we delved into the contentious topic of the cover letter’s role in graduate recruitment. Fast forward to today, and the debate remains as pertinent as ever, especially with the advent of AI-driven tools in CV and cover letter creation. While some argue that cover letters are becoming obsolete, it’s crucial to revisit and…
A Student’s Guide to Maximising Opportunities at Graduate Careers Fairs
Students and graduates have a lot of opportunities available to them, but it is important to know where they are and how to make the most of them. One such opportunity is a graduate careers fair, where you can meet potential employers and practice your networking skills. Most universities host a career fair at least…
How to Survive Your First Weeks at University
Starting at university can be overwhelming with all the sudden changes to your life. This is perfectly normal as you are away from home in an unfamiliar city surrounded by strangers. But don’t panic! We have a survival guide here for you to help you navigate through the first weeks of university while making the…