Graduate schemes are paid structured training programmes offered by many large employers, usually lasting between
one and two years. It’s the defined time frame and structure that distinguishes a graduate scheme or programme from the wider class of ‘graduate job’, which is the general term for entry-level roles that require people with a degree qualification.
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Your classmates and your teachers are your first and some of the best contacts, if you collaborate and work as a team you will help lift one and other to higher places, don’t make it a competition, make it a family.
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Whether you are returning to Surrey or have just started your first year – Employability and Careers are here to provide support on every step of your career journey. Whether you are thinking about what graduate job or placement to apply for, how to get work experience, what to put on your CV, or getting a part time job or volunteering to fit around your studies.
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It can feel challenging if career plans, placements or graduate jobs have been delayed and altered due to the pandemic. However, there are many things you can do to move forward from
the unsettled feelings and boost your career prospects by taking some time to reflect on some constructive next steps.
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Starting any new job can feel daunting and in normal circumstances, most companies dedicate a couple of days in the beginning of your new job to showing you around, often allocating you a buddy or mentor, and generally helping you settle in. Due to current circumstances you may find yourself in the position of starting your placement or graduate job remotely.
Here is some helpful advice for remote working.
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I spent my professional training year at GSK and I would encourage anyone who is considering applying for placement to give it a go. Start with researching the types of placement you would be interested in. Ask yourself if you would prefer to be lab based or office based.
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