Navigating the transition into your first job after university
The transition from being a student at a university to being an employee in a working environment can be difficult for a lot of people. It helps to gain a little understanding of the new environment you will be entering, not only in terms of what you can expect but also what will be expected…
Types of funding and scholarships that are available for international students in the UK
Funding and scholarships that are available for international students in the UK The United Kingdom is a hotspot for international education, with hundreds of thousands of students travelling from overseas every year to study in the prestigious colleges and universities. With a vast variety of courses in every imaginable sector, UK universities are renowned for…
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Is the Prestige of attending a Russell Group University Overrated in the Graduate Job Market?
What is the Russell Group? In the UK, the Russell Group is a prestigious association of 24 research-intensive universities, many of which are consistently ranked among the best in the world. It’s no surprise, then, that many students and graduates believe that attending a Russell Group university can improve their employability and career prospects. But…
What is University Life Like Post-Covid And How Has it Changed?
If you’re starting university in 2022 or you’re simply considering whether this is something you want to do in the future, you might be concerned about the impact Covid-19 has had on university life. The best-case scenario is that by the time you start, things will have returned to pre-pandemic normality – but this cannot…
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…
Building Your Personal Brand: A Guide for Recent Graduates on LinkedIn
Building Your Personal Brand Entering the professional world as a graduate can be both exciting and intimidating. With numerous job seekers competing for the same positions, it’s crucial to stand out from the crowd, whether you’re searching for a graduate internship or a full-time job. One way to achieve this is by building a strong…
Navigating the Job Market as a Graduate: Setting Realistic Salary Expectations
Graduating from university can be a thrilling and proud moment, but it can also bring with it a sense of uncertainty about the future. One area that many graduates may be concerned about is their future salary. After all, starting a new career as a graduate can be expensive, and it’s natural to want to…
Planer Limited extends contract of top performing engineering student after successful placement
Planer Limited extends contract of top performing engineering student after successful placement Planer Limited is an engineering company located in Sunbury-On-Thames, Middlesex, that helps hospitals, research laboratories, pharmaceutical companies and the IVF industry with the safe storage and preservation of medical and biological specimens. The Step Team spotted a job advert for a Production Technician…
The Hidden Costs of Dropping Out of University
There are any number of reasons why you may be considering dropping out of university. You may be home sick after your first term, or perhaps you realize you want to be closer to a distant boyfriend or girlfriend. You could be struggling with mental health issues, or maybe you simply hate the area where…
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…