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THE 2011 CAMBRIDGE CAREERS GUIDE
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The 2011 Cambridge Careers Guide

Welcome to The 2011 Cambridge Careers Guide. Whether you havent a clue what to do after Cambridge or have a clear goal in mind that you want to secure, this guide will introduce you to all the help, information and advice on offer at the Careers Service. Please keep it as a reference over the coming year and follow the advice of last years graduates who engaged early and often with the Careers Service. Green shoots of post-recession recovery are to be seen across most sectors with employers reporting an increase in vacancies. This coming year should be a little less fraught for the job-seeking graduate than the recent year or two. However, we are not quite out of the woods yet, it will still require your determination and effort to secure what you want and were here to help you direct your best efforts in the best way, to the strongest leads and at the right time. As experienced professionals, we can give you objective advice and guidance in a wide range of areas. Funded and governed by the University as the main provider of careers education and advice, we are wholly independent of any commercial relationship with employers. Were here to serve your needs. We all look forward to meeting you soon whether at Stuart House, at one of our events or virtually online.
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ContentsI
INSIDE...
What can the Careers Service do for me?
4 5 5 5 6 7 7 Im an undergraduate Im a postgraduate Im a postdoc Im a mature student Im an international student Im a disabled student Other support services at Cambridge
Getting started
8 The Cambridge experience much more than just a degree 10 Cambridge graduates are in demand 12 I havent a clue where to start
Get involved with what you enjoy: sports, music, committees or volunteering employers value this too.
Exploring my options
14 Meet the Careers Advisers 16 Stuart House Library 18 The Careers Service website 20 Internships and vacation work 22 Postgraduate study and training 25 Careers Service events
All you need to know about getting a job

26 Finding vacancies 27 Vacancies & Opportunities 28 CVs, cover letters and application forms
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Time out
32 Plan your time 32 What happens on your return?
Career change
33 A successful career change
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38 THE AZ OF GRADUATE CAREERS

(See also alphabetical index on page 38)
Businesses with a difference International development work Work to Change the World
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48 Healthcare 39 Advertising and communications

Advertising PR (public relations) Market research Direct marketing and sales promotion Conference and events management 39 39 39 39 39 Medicine, dentistry and veterinary medicine Nursing and midwifery Careers in psychology 48 48 48
57 Public service
The Civil Service Local government The Houses of Parliament The National Health Service Armed services The Police The Intelligence Services Working with offenders 57 57 57 57 57 58 58 58
48 Hospitality, sport and leisure 49 Industry
40 Arts and heritage

Arts management Performing arts Heritage work (including museums) Galleries and auction houses 40 40 40 41
59 Science 49 Information technology (IT) 50 Languages using them 50 Law and legal services
Becoming a lawyer 50 51 Patent work and trade marks 41 42 42 42 43 Hands off science Experimental science Experimental science in academic institutions Experimental science in research institutes Experimental science in hospitals Experimental science in large industries 59 59 59 59 59 59
41 Economics 41 Education sector

Academia Teaching UK Teacher training routes Teaching outside the UK (TEFL) Education-related jobs
Experimental science in small companies 60
51 Library and information work

Librarianship Archive work 51 51
60 Self-employment and small businesses

Self-employment and entrepreneurship 60 Working for a small business 60
Information work (information scientists and information managers) 51
43 Engineering and technology 52 Management 43 Environmental and conservation work

The organisations Training 43 44 Human resources Logistics Marketing and sales Purchasing Retail 52 52 52 53 53
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Social work Community work Guidance and counselling work 61 61 61
61 Travel and tourism 62 Work abroad
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Accountancy Actuarial work Banking The City Insurance Taxation 44 44 45 45 45 45
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Working overseas Working in Europe Working for the EU
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Journalism 54 55 55 55 Broadcasting, radio and television
63 JOBS AND COURSE PROVIDERS

Thousands of jobs and internships from over a hundred employers recruiting Cambridge graduates, plus details of key postgraduate course providers.
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What can the Careers Service do for me?I
What can the Careers Service do for me?

The Careers Service is for all current University of Cambridge undergraduate and postgraduate students from any year, any subject, any college, any nationality and for all Cambridge alumni.
Im an undergraduate...
Many students may feel that the Careers Service is not for them yet maybe theyre not a finalist or not looking for a job right now. In reality the Careers Service is a resource centre you can use at any stage of your degree studies, and it is not just about jobs. We can help you find vacation work (page 20) and introduce you to information on everything from taking time out after graduation (page 32) to setting up postgraduate study in the UK or abroad (see page 22), or finding a job in Japan. At any stage you can talk to Careers Advisers about ideas for the future and your plans (or lack of them). We offer practical advice on identifying your skills and abilities, improving your CV and applications, and brushing up your interview skills. Our events programme, website, CLICK emails and Vacancies & Opportunities service will keep you in touch all year round with organisations seeking graduates. Save yourself time and dont miss out. The earlier you make use of our services, the easier you will find it to make informed decisions about what you would like to do after finishing your degree.
Undergraduates
If youre a first year why not start to explore the resources we offer and think about your options, learn how to make the most of your time at Cambridge, or use us to find interesting vacation work. If youre a pre-finalist, its a good time to start thinking more carefully about what youre going to do after Cambridge, so that you can arrange some relevant work experience, and find out when key recruitment deadlines happen during your final year. If youre a finalist, we can help you with everything from negotiating the milkround, to exploring postgraduate study, to taking time out and if youd prefer to leave it until after graduation, thats fine! Whichever year youre in, take time to read this Guide, browse our website, and come in to visit us when the times right for you.
Im a postgraduate...
The Careers Service has plenty on offer to help postgraduate students. Whether youre thinking of pursuing a career in academia or youd like to explore the other options available to you after a PhD or MPhil, were happy to help. There are various sessions and materials targeted specifically at postgraduates, from exploring options to creating an effective CV. You are welcome to visit us at any time during your studies, and encouraged to attend events and employer presentations. Many employers appreciate postgraduates specialist knowledge, and if you can use it directly in a commercial role, you are likely to be rewarded financially. The skills you have developed as a postgraduate such as problem-solving and independent working may make you more attractive to employers, but dont assume they will necessarily increase your value in the short term. Some employers still worry about postgraduates lack of commercial awareness or high expectations. You will need to think about how you can allay these fears during the selection process.
Postgraduates
Career sessions to help postgraduates explore their options (see termly Diary) CLICK emails: Research opportunities for postdocs/PhD students or Postgrad Study (for MPhil students) Booklet: CVs and Cover Letters for Higher Degree Graduates www.vitae.ac.uk: a national organisation championing the career development of doctoral and postdoctoral researchers What do researchers do? A report by Vitae looking at employment destinations of PhDs; available on their website.
Im a mature student...
Non-traditional routes into higher education are now commonplace, and employers are aware of the potential benefits accrued through previous work experience. Since the introduction of the Employment Equality (Age) Regulations in October 2006 it has been illegal for employers to discriminate on the basis of age when they recruit. However, its possible you may still encounter organisational cultures that reflect outdated recruitment practices. There remain as many informal stances on age, graduate training and recruitment as there are employers of graduates. Bear this in mind when choosing a career and in your jobhunting. Your approach to career choice is a test of maturity start early, promote yourself on your skills, experience, breadth and maturity, and do your research carefully.
Im a postdoc...
Doing a postdoc at Cambridge offers you a fantastic chance to concentrate on your research project and work with many world-renowned academics. However, due to an intensely competitive academic job market, your future career trajectory may still be uncertain. At the Careers Service, you can discuss and explore your future career interests and options with us whether that is in academic research or in a non-academic sector in a confidential setting. The Careers Service also organises postdoc-specific careers events and workshops. For more details please email us on: pdocenquiries@careers.cam.ac.uk. For full access to our Service, please register with us here: www.careers.cam.ac.uk/eReg/PostDocRegForm.asp.
Mature students
Booklets: Mature students the way forward (AGCAS leaflet); Guidelines for Mature Graduates Stuart House Library green file: Opportunities for Mature Students See also: Career change (page 33)
Im an international student...
The Careers Service welcomes the chance to support students from all parts of the globe as they research and plan their careers. Our focus is on providing information and guidance to you, and then letting you take the initiative to make applications or approaches if you choose to. Unlike Careers Services in your home country we dont, for example, preselect students for specific job vacancies, nor do we forward CVs to employers. To find out all the ways in which we might be able to help you, read this Guide, come in to Stuart House or browse our website. If you are a national from outside the EEA* (see box) (European Economic Area) or Switzerland wanting to work or train in the UK whether vacation work during your time here or permanent employment after graduation you need to be clear about your status. Most international students are permitted to do the following: industrial placements as part of their course, e.g. a sandwich course course projects with an employer, e.g. as part of an MBA or MST programme term-time employment or volunteering up to a maximum of 20 hours a week vacation work (full-time hours); including volunteering and internships as well as paid employment
The EEA
*The EEA includes Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and the UK. However, nationals from Bulgaria and Romania still need permission to work in the UK and those from the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovakia and Slovenia must register under the Worker Registration Scheme if they intend working for more than one month in the UK.
Our focus is on providing information and guidance to you, and then letting you take the initiative to make applications or approaches to employers or course providers if you choose to.
International students
International Student Zone on the Careers Service website www.careers.cam.ac.uk/students/ international/index.asp International Students Briefing Session: Michaelmas. For international students hoping to remain in the UK after graduating
The work permission regulations change frequently and you need up-to-date advice. See box for sources. Nationals of member states of the EEA or Switzerland can work in the UK after graduation without seeking permission to do so. Other nationals may need a work visa, though certain categories are exempt. The Careers Service tries to maintain up-to-date information on the work permission regulations on their website, in the International Student zone, as well as information about and links to sources of expert advice. Please note that Careers Advisers cannot give you immigration advice, as we are not qualified to do so, but we can give you general guidelines and links to sources of qualified help. The International Office runs an orientation programme at the beginning of Michaelmas term for international students and publishes a practical AZ guide for new students. More information can be found on the International Offices website at www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/international/.
www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk: the Home Office website with links to up-to-date information on working in the UK legally Booklets: Help for International Students (Guideline), Careers and Further Study for International Students (AGCAS) Directories and books on working overseas, available at Stuart House UKCISA Council for International Student Affairs offers advice on its website www.ukcisa.org.uk and via a free telephone advice line (020 7107 9922) Additional help and support may be found in the International Section of the CUSU website and in the CUSU Welfare Directory, www.cusu.cam.ac.uk
Im a disabled student...
The Careers Service aims to ensure that, whatever your disability or chronic condition may be, you are able to obtain the information and advice on career choice that you need. We are happy to discuss your ideas and plans with you at any time while you are a student at Cambridge and after graduating, and would encourage you to make contact with us from an early stage. The range of options you have is wide and Careers Advisers can put you in touch with organisations specialising in job search, or offering graduate schemes or vacation opportunities for people with disabilities. Examples are Skill (National Bureau for Students with Disabilities), www.skill.org.uk and the Shaw Trust www.shaw-trust.org.uk. We are willing to meet the needs of anyone requiring individual help to access our resources or events. Ground floor rooms available for discussions with a Careers Adviser The majority of the library collection is housed on the ground floor, along with a browsing collection from the lower library (not fully accessible). Staff are always able to provide assistance in accessing material from the lower library Portable induction hearing loop available Height-adjustable desk and PC in ground floor library If you give us advance notice, we can provide material in large print or Braille, or provide a personal reader to help you access information If you have any queries about access to any of the events listed in our online diary, please contact us The University has an active Disability Resource Centre with advisers available to give information, support and guidance to students with a disability. It produces a newsletter each term and has a library of information materials. More information can be found on its website, www.cam.ac.uk/cambuniv/disability. The office itself can be found at: Keynes House, Trumpington Street, Cambridge CB2 1QA, email: ucam-disability@lists.cam.ac.uk, telephone: 01223 (3)32301, textphone: 01223 764085.
Other support services at Cambridge

You might also need to seek support from: The University Accommodation Service: Offering an extensive online database of rooms, flats and houses, university-owned and privately-owned, available for both long- and short-term lets. To access, register at: www.accommodation.cam.ac.uk. For further advice about living in Cambridge you can email: accommodation.service@admin.cam.ac.uk, telephone 01223 (3)38099 or visit Kellet Lodge, Tennis Court Road, Cambridge CB2 1QJ. The Board of Graduate Studies: The central body responsible for the admission, registration and approval of the Universitys graduate students, acting as a central point of enquiry for students from the UK and around the world who are considering graduate study at the University of Cambridge. Offers postgraduates guidance on University regulations and manages their student fee payments, funding and liaison with the Research Councils. More information at: www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/gradstud/. Drop-in enquiries at the Boards offices in Mill Lane are welcome between 10 am 4 pm on weekdays. The University Counselling Service: While there are many people around who can lend support with the decisions and problems you might face, the University Counselling Service is there for the times when it may be best to seek confidential help outside familiar environments. The service is available to all undergraduate and postgraduate students in the University, and is based at 23 Benet Place, Lensfield Road, CB2 1EL. To arrange an appointment or browse self-help information, see www.counselling.cam.ac.uk.
Disability and careers

www.careers.cam.ac.uk: area of website for students with disability Stuart House Library files on Disability and Careers CLICK emails: Disability and Careers www.skill.org.uk: Skill (National Bureau for Students with Disabilities) www.shaw-trust.org.uk: The Shaw Trust www.disabilitytoolkits.ac.uk: useful site for students with disabilities, set up by Manchester University
Getting startedI
The Cambridge experience much more than just a degree

At Cambridge its easy to get involved in more of what you enjoy from sports to music, committees to volunteering and employers value this too.
hether youve known from age four that you want to be a doctor or a designer, or have no idea what to do after graduating, being at Cambridge can help you move on.
Identify your own areas of strength Take into account your academic work, extra-curricular activities and any work experience. Identify what you naturally enjoy What have you chosen to do in your spare time? For example have you been a team leader, a team member, or are you an individually creative person? Recognising your preferred activities can help you choose areas of employment that would suit you. Identify the match between the kinds of work youre interested in and your abilities Do you need to develop skills or gain experience of particular kinds? Cambridge gives you opportunities to learn and practise for jobs that require previous experience, e.g. journalism, arts admin, museum work. Prepare for job applications Think about evidence you can cite to back up your claim to have particular abilities, e.g. producing on time how often have you had to hand in written work to deadlines; teamwork consider the team sports you have played.
The buzz phrase is transferable skills: skills and aptitudes that you acquire in one context and can use in another where they are needed. Studying your subject, and getting involved in extracurricular life at Cambridge, gives you the opportunity to acquire skills that most employers put high on their wish lists. In addition, vacation work and experience (paid or unpaid, they both count) will certainly add to what you can offer. See Internships and vacation work (page 20) and the Universitys transferable skills website at www.skills.cam.ac.uk.
Skills beyond your degree

What qualities, abilities and aptitudes do employers hope to find in potential recruits? See the box on page 9. It contains a list drawn from a comprehensive range of employers statements about their requirements. No one employer would expect or need all of these skills. Use the list to:
Getting started
I edited The Cambridge Student for a term and got involved in CUSU, which meant I had a fair bit to talk about at interviews.
English & History graduate
What employers look for

Most in demand
Quick learners Adaptable, able to cope with new or unfamiliar systems/ techniques and to reflect on experience Commitment/ambition Setting high standards, resilient, aiming for difficult goals Good teamworkers Co-operating with others to achieve an agreed objective Business/commercial awareness Interested in how and why businesses operate; understand clients needs Good organisational skills Able to plan, work independently, prioritise and produce on time Maturity and common sense Self-knowledge, judgement, practical approach, sense of humour Effective communicators Able to produce well-written text for different purposes; express ideas clearly in speech; make presentations to groups People skills Persuading, listening, helping, supporting, caring Analysis/attention to detail Think logically, explore systematically, see connections Creativity/problem solving Find workable solutions to problems, invent new approaches Flexibility Move rapidly between tasks, keep lots of balls in the air, have varied interests Confidence Articulate and decisive; at ease socially
... and its good if you can offer some of these

Specialist knowledge e.g. programming, legal, science/engineering, economic, statistical Numeracy and IT skills Understand and interpret figures, calculate rapidly; familiarity with Word, Excel, email, web and databases Management skills Motivating and directing others, delegating, co-ordinating Language skills Foreign language fluency, willing to learn new languages
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Cambridge graduates are in demand

Across many sectors, from the arts to engineering, employers really value the skills the whole Cambridge experience gives you.
ou are not typecast into one career path by the degree you choose to study. Cambridge graduates from all degree disciplines are highly employable and sought after by many employers: large and small, local and international, conventional and unconventional. Chemists can, and do, become journalists; musicians become bankers; historians become lawyers; linguists become market researchers; and engineers become management consultants...
your course have taken. You will notice how varied the destinations can be, and get an idea of the types of employer who may be especially interested in someone with your academic background. This variety and choice can make career decisions difficult.
If youre looking for a job, youll find that more vacancies are advertised through the Careers Service each year than there are final-year Cambridge students completing their studies and thats just one source of vacancies. Yes, its a competitive world out there, but Cambridge offers you a wealth of opportunities to acquire the skills and abilities employers look for not only through the demands of your degree course, but also through active participation in extra-curricular activities and work or voluntary experience gained in vacations. Even in this global recession, only three per cent of Cambridge graduates were still seeking employment six months after graduating in June 2009, one of the lowest rates in the UK. However, we know that not all Cambridge students want to find jobs straight after graduating. In 2009, more than 40 per cent of firstdegree graduates went into some form of postgraduate study or vocational qualification here or abroad (see page 11 for examples of courses and page 22 for further details on postgraduate study). Just over ten per cent decided to take time out (see page 32) to travel, work abroad for a year or two, or to acquire relevant experience for careers that are difficult to enter as a new graduate (e.g. the media). And 51 per cent went straight into permanent employment. At Stuart House we can give you more specific information about the paths that previous students on
What are postgraduates doing...?

Writing books, designing satellite antennae, setting up Madagascan charities, measuring volcanic risk in New Zealand, working on computer speech recognition, drug monitoring and British museum exhibitions, running Select Committees in the House of Commons, investigating explosions, and being fineart photographers, police officers, strategy consultants, law lecturers, publishers, supply chain managers, maths teachers...
We recruit a handful of the best graduates from the best universities each year and usually our graduates come from Cambridge. We really enjoy meeting Cambridge students at the University careers fairs and during the selection process for our graduate roles. Weve employed some really talented, interesting and inspiring Cambridge graduates over recent years and look forward to employing many more in the future.
Graduate recruiter
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What Cambridge grads did next

Subject
Natural Sciences International Relations Classics International Relations Modern Greek Applied Criminology Classics Theology and Religious Studies Part III Maths Natural Sciences Physics Soc & Pol Sci Biological Science Oriental Studies (Chinese) Geography Theology and Religion English Literature Natural Sciences MPhil History English Modern and Medieval Languages Chemical Engineering PhD in Genetics
Employer
The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust British Airways Cond Nast Publications British Army, The Royal Gurkha Rifles Athens News Metropolitan Police Service Principles Mark Harper MP Dundee City Council East London and the City Mental Health Trust Getco (Global Electronic Trading Company) Egoli Tossell Film Wellcome Trust Aquaspace (Shanghai) JLT Reinsurance Brokers The Woolf Institute of Abrahamic Faiths PYV Limited IBM
Job title/area
Assistant Psychologist Pilot Editorial Assistant Commanding Officer 1st Battalion Athens News Thessaloniki Correspondent Detective Superintendent Sales Adviser Parliamentary Intern Mills Observatory Astronomer Social Therapist High Frequency Algorithmic Trader Assistant Film Editor Computer Biologist Media Officer Junior Catastrophe Modeller Press Officer
Postgraduate study and training by recent Cambridge first degree graduates

Masters courses
Masters in Geomechanics (Stamford University) MPhil Informatics (University of Cambridge) Masters in International Affairs (Sciences Po Paris)
PhD research
PhD Stratified Combustion (University of Cambridge) PhD Health Science and Technology (Neuroscience) (MMIT (USA)) PhD Music (University of Cambridge) PhD English & American Medieval & Renaissance Literature (University of New York)
Wholesale Manager Business Modelling Consultant Mia Boutique of Art and Architecture Creative Director Greater London Authority Group Researcher for the London Assembly Kern AG Translation Engineer
Dresdner Kleinwort Carpmaels & Ransford
Vocational courses
Biblical Theology and Practical Ministry (Sussex Coast Ministry) Diploma in Opera Performance (Birkbeck College, University of London) undertaken part time while working as an energy consultant
Global Banking Analyst Trainee Patent Attorney Grant Specialist

Accounts Clerk
Latin American Studies Los Angeles Mayors Office Geographical Research Chatsworth Settlement Trustees
Im really glad I am undertaking postgraduate study part time: it is easier to finance; it is refreshing to break up the study with my part-time think tank internship; and I have more plans to add to my work experience while I study.
History graduate, Robinson College, part-time Masters in International Relations at LSE
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Getting startedI
I havent a clue where to start

Dont panic! The Careers Service is here to help you with a range of resources to suit your different approaches.
London with your friends, professional training, learning a language, saving for a postgraduate course or to clear your debts, buying time, making some (or lots of!) money, doing something worthwhile. Any of these will give you a starting point.
Make a list
What might be on a shopping list for your next job/career? Doing what you are good at or doing what you like? not always the same thing! What are you good at? all those transferable skills youve been working on. Things like research, problem solving, teamwork, persuading people, writing. Organising projects, things or people, making things happen. What do you want to avoid exams, pressure, routine? How do you want to spend your days? Concentrating on specific projects, working with other people, lots of variety? What sort of people do you want to be with? Where would you like to work? Are there imperatives the need to work in a particular place, for example? What will make you want to go to work? Be as honest as you can here. Money and status are not unusual motivators but neither is the need to feel that what you do makes a difference. You could have a very long list. Whats essential, and whats negotiable? Keep your top three issues in mind as you explore careers and jobs.
any people feel they have few or no ideas about what they want to do after Cambridge. Its not surprising until now the path ahead may have seemed both clear and well defined. For many of you this is the first moment when you cant keep all your options open but have to start making some choices.
things sorted out. The Careers Service can help you think things through at any stage, so make use of our resources and then, if you need to, arrange to talk to a Careers Adviser.
Start here
What dont you want? Most people are pretty clear on this and can immediately reduce the range of choice. Then try to pick on something you do want not everything, just one thing. It doesnt matter what it is as long as it feels important it could be no more exams, being in
Remember that...
What you move on to after Cambridge is important but its not critical. There is usually more time than you think to learn as you go what you really want (the route most people take to finding the right job) and to recover if you have made choices that seem wrong. You are not choosing the rest of your life you are just choosing the next stage. Often people will feel they dont know what they want to do because it seems such a huge decision. If you break it down a bit it may seem less intimidating and more manageable. Its best not to postpone the thinking process until after finals. You may be under much more pressure then to get
The advice and guidance I was given was invaluable in helping me secure a job. I only wish Id started using the Careers Service earlier.
English graduate
Explore
Browse careers as you would skim a holiday brochure or property listings. Look through the careers in the AZ section of this Guide. Read job profiles in Stuart House Library or on www.prospects.ac.uk and targetjobs.co.uk. Start browsing job ads. If youre still keeping your options open and considering everything, look through a broad range of vacancies advertised by the Careers Service (Vacancies & Opportunities), and perhaps those in Saturdays Guardian. Keep the
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ones that take your fancy. When you have several, review them. You may notice useful common factors or patterns. Discover what graduates in your subject have gone on to do. Do any of these appeal?
priorities and requirements change. You may develop different interests, move to a different country or acquire new commitments. Remember, you can use the Careers Service for life.
Arranging a discussion with a Careers Adviser

The Careers Advisers at Stuart House are available to discuss your ideas and options, and to help you work out what to do. You dont need to have definite ideas already. Bring a draft CV with you so we can see quickly what youve done so far, or arrive 10 minutes early and fill in a CV form.
Ask questions and think

Did you read PPS because your friends brother got you hooked? Did your cousin recommend Churchill as a friendly college? Get talking to everyone you know, to people you meet at our events, and to Cambridge alumni on GradLink about their jobs. What does their work entail? What do they like about it? What would they like to change? Consider what else is important to you: family, ethical issues, hobbies, as these will impact on your career choices.
At your fingertips
Careers Interest Questionnaires see termly Diary Prospects Planner computer guidance program available online at www.prospects.ac.uk: go to What jobs would suit me? Careers Service Starter Sheets Stuart House Library green files: What do Cambridge Graduates do? and What can I do with my degree? Stuart House Library blue files: Vacation Work Feedback; Job Profile Feedback Careers Health Check pages on www.careers.cam.ac.uk GradLink database of graduates you can contact for more information Oxford and Cambridge Careers Handbook (graduate profiles) Books: What do graduates do? What do PhDs do?
Appointments
Telephone 01223 (3)38286 or 01223 (3)38283, or ask at the Information Desk. Our staff will help you to decide which of the advisers to see. Each adviser covers particular fields of work and study, as well as a wide range of general career issues.
Finding time
Thinking about careers and seeking jobs takes longer than you expect. Be realistic about what you can fit in dont be afraid to change your priorities if it starts to feel oppressive. A good class of degree will keep more doors open, so dont compromise your academic work.
Types of discussion on offer

Short (20 or 30 minutes depending on the time of year). Suitable for initial and follow-up discussions (you can have more than one). Short slots are booked on a first come, first served basis, and fill up quickly Long (40 to 50 minutes; bookable in advance). May be the most appropriate option if you have fairly complex issues to discuss Quick Queries (around 10 minutes, morning and afternoon, MondayFriday in term time). Sign up at the Careers Service on the day See Guideline Discussion with a Careers Adviser (from the Careers Service or online at www.careers.cam.ac.uk) for more on booking and how to make the most of your time with a Careers Adviser Owing to demand for appointments, we have introduced a fair-use policy. For more details, go to www.careers.cam.ac.uk
And if you get it wrong?

Start again. There isnt just one right career, and its rarely too late to have a go at something different. You always learn something from what you do a better understanding of what suits you, if nothing else. As your life changes, your
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Meet the Careers Advisers

Whos who at Stuart House? Find out whos best qualified to help you.
Gordon Chesterman is Director of the Cambridge University Careers Service. His career in personnel, training and recruitment began as a graduate trainee for a multinational company, and in 1983 he joined a professional financial services firm as their graduate recruitment manager. After a period with a small publishing company in Cambridge, and running his own training business, he joined the Careers Service in 1995 and was appointed Director in 2002. Gordon covers careers in the armed services; actuarial work and accountancy; property and chartered surveying and has an interest in anyone hoping to set up their own business or join a small company. Amanda Norman read modern languages at Cambridge, spending her year abroad in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Her first career was in marketing for large/medium sized publishing companies. After some years teaching English to business people in Paris and a career break with young children Amanda transferred to the International Development sector, latterly as Director of Fundraising for an NGO supporting grass roots projects in the world's poorest communities. She joined the Careers Service in 2009 and covers careers in the charity sector, international development, publishing, marketing and teaching. Andrew Bottomley is a part-time member of the department. He is the founding director of a small consultancy business and of a Lancaster University Management School spin-out business. Formerly head of graduate recruitment marketing at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP and director of a research-led university careers service, Andrew began working life in the chemical industries sector with ICI. Development projects provided experience of working across Europe and in North America. His particular interests are psychometrics, teaching, research and development and the finance sector. Andrew is a Chartered Chemist and gained his PhD from the University of Leeds. Sally Todd graduated in biology from York and spent two years as a VSO science teacher in Kenya. Following an MSc in applied genetics at Birmingham, she worked in agricultural research/plant breeding in both the public and private sectors. She became a Careers Adviser at Kings College, London, joining Cambridge Careers Service in 2003. Sally covers careers for biological and chemical scientists and looks after our alumni contact database (GradLink). Sally holds a postgraduate diploma in careers guidance. David Ainscough graduated in modern history from Oxford and took an information systems diploma before joining the Glaxo Research Group, where he worked for five years. From there he joined Generics Group plc, an interdisciplinary technology and business consulting company based in Cambridge, as a consultant. He latterly became the human resources manager for a subsidiary company. He joined the Careers Service in 1996 and was appointed Deputy Director in 2002; he covers careers in finance, law, consulting and IT. Peter Harding graduated in mechanical engineering and has worked in both industry and academia in a variety of roles including marketing, HR and the management of student services. He took his doctorate at the Centre for Applied Research in Education, UEA. A member of the CIM and IMechE, Peter has a strong interest in careers research and is secretary of the national AGCAS Research and Innovations Committee. He joined the Service in 2000, has responsibility for engineers and allied students/ departments and maintains close links with the industrial technology, finance and consultancy sectors. He also covers US graduate study. Frances Meegan graduated in history and politics from University College Dublin. She also has a Postgraduate Diploma in Careers Advice and Consultancy from the University of London and an MBA from the University of Western Australia. She has worked in the private, not-for-profit and public sectors with functional experience in marketing, strategy, research and project development. She has been working as a Careers Adviser since 1999, initially with MBAs at the Judge Business School and, prior to joining the Cambridge University Careers Service, at the London School of Economics where, in addition to working with the general population of students, she had responsibility for PhDs and early career researchers. Les Waters read law at Cambridge, served in the police locally and in London, and spent three years in a Home Office inspectorate department. Later, as a general manager with English Nature, the governments wildlife advisory body, his responsibilities included human resources, information systems, IT, and managing conservation teams. Les joined the Careers Service in 1999 with responsibility for financial, environmental, information, computing and human resources careers and works closely with mathematicians and physicists.
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Catherine Alexander read music at Birmingham Conservatoire. After graduating she joined the South Bank Centre. Her 15-year career there culminated as Queen Elizabeth Hall and Purcell Room Programme Manager. She then left London to join Cambridge City Council, Arts and Entertainments as Arts Development Manager. She joined the Careers Service in 2008 and covers arts and heritage, and media including broadcasting, journalism, film, publishing, advertising and public relations; also teaching, careers for linguists and careers advice and information for students with disabilities. Mary Blackman read economics at Cambridge and worked in politics (as an MEPs research assistant) and economic consulting (with SQW) before joining the Careers Service in 1997. She has responsibility here for careers in management consultancy and banking. She continues her interest in economics by working closely with staff and students of the Faculty of Economics and at the Judge Business School. She also advises on supranational organisations and their opportunities. Mary holds a postgraduate diploma in careers guidance. Ruth Mumby After graduating in geography and archaeology Ruth went to work for a UK-based international environmental charity and was subsequently posted to Tanzania as a marine conservationist and environmental educator. She then gained a postgraduate degree in environmental and development education before working in the Philippines with local fishing communities and then on to post-tsunami Indonesia working with the local government on environmental issues. On returning to the UK Ruth became a secondary school Geography teacher and worked for a Development Education Centre developing KS3 resources on sustainable development. Ruth is the newest member of the Careers Service team with experience in the charity and not-forprofit sector, international development and conservation work as well as formal and non-formal teaching.
Careers Advisers for Postdocs

Anne Forde graduated with a BSc in biomedical science to go on to do her PhD in immunology at the University of Dublin, Trinity College. She then worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the German Cancer Research Centre in Heidelberg for five years, investigating autoimmune phenomena. In 2003, Anne made a career transition to science journalism working as a reporter, and later an editor, for the career development website from Science magazine, ScienceCareers. Anne joined the Careers Service in September 2006 where she has set up a career development programme specifically tailored for life science postdocs in the University, and additionally, postdocs working at the MRC Units in Cambridge, the Babraham Institute and the Sanger Institute. Liz Simmonds read natural sciences at Cambridge, specialising in chemistry. She joined the Royal Society of Chemistry as an assistant editor for Chemistry in Britain magazine, where she developed a strong interest in education and science policy issues. Liz then moved to SETNET, a government-funded organisation promoting science and engineering to school children. As a programme manager, she looked after a number of key government projects, including the Science and Engineering Ambassadors Programme. Liz joined the Careers Service in 2007, and provides a tailored programme for postdocs across the Schools of Physical Sciences and Technology.
Ruth Smith enjoys a double life. A Cambridge English graduate, she gained her PhD under the special regulations for published work, and as an academic she publishes, teaches and lectures worldwide on Handels oratorios and operas. Concurrently, since joining the Careers Service in 1983, she has covered principally humanities and social sciences specialising in law, arts & heritage, US graduate study, academia and publishing. In 2009 she moved to a new post to develop provision for postdocs in the Schools of Arts and Humanities and Humanities and Social Sciences. Before joining the Careers Service she worked in academic publishing and founded and ran a successful (nonacademic) publishing firm.
Judge Business School

Students undertaking advanced courses at the Judge Business School, such as the Masters in Business Administration and the Masters in Finance, have their own dedicated Careers Service team with specialist advisers equipped to provide information, guidance and advice on a range of careers appropriate for these courses. Full details of the team and advice on how and when to engage with the Service are provided during the induction week each year.
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Stuart House Library

Information on occupations, employers, and the experience of Cambridge students and graduates, plus a lot more.
Maria Giovanna De Simone joined the Careers Service in September 2006. After graduating in Romance Philology at the University of Trieste, she moved to Florence to work both as library cataloguer for the MaxPlanck Institute for the History of Art and as archives assistant for the Italian National Archive. She has a Masters in Libraries and Archives Preservation and Management from Siena University and a Postgraduate Certificate in Archives Science and Palaeography from the National Archives of Florence. In her previous life, she was also a freelance journalist for a local Italian newspaper.
Lily Serubula joined the Careers Service in January 1999 as an assistant to the Careers Adviser / Deputy Director, and in February 2010, joined the Information Team as an Information Assistant covering a maternity leave.
tart your career planning in a helpful and relaxed environment. The Upper and Lower Libraries at Stuart House are your careers resource centre open five days a week during term and in the vacations. There are resources to help you whether you know what you want to do or have no idea. Well explain how to arrange a discussion with a Careers Adviser, or help you find the information you need on everything from postgraduate study to time out opportunities, from researching jobs or vacation opportunities to preparing for interviews and selection tests. If you dont know what you want to do, well suggest ways to help you find out. Ask our team of five information experts in person, or email your question to enquiries@careers.cam.ac.uk.
Ellis Weinberger, Information Assistant, joined the Careers Service in December 2009. He has a Masters in Information and Library Studies from Aberystwyth University. He catalogued books in various languages at SOAS, University of London; published policy documents in digital object preservation for the CEDARS Project; developed a migration strategy for the CAMiLEON Project; and described medieval liturgical manuscripts, supervised manuscript digitising and typesetting projects, managed a website, and preserved an editing and typesetting system for manuscript research projects at Cambridge University Library. Katherine Moon, Information Assistant, worked for several years and then graduated from the University of Warwick where she studied Sociology. She started as a secretary at the Careers Service and then joined the information staff. Katherine administers psychometric tests that are offered each term (bookable online). In her spare time she sings with an international champion ladies barbershop chorus called Phoenix.
Meet the Information Staff

Our Information Staff are always on hand at the Information Desk, and will be pleased to answer your questions, arrange for you to see a Careers Adviser, and help you to find what youre looking for.
Chris Michaelides, Information Services Manager, joined the Careers Service in November 2000. Chris is a graduate librarian, a member of the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals and has a Postgraduate Certificate in Further Education. Her experience includes legal reference librarianship at the Inner Temple Library in London, development of careers information services for Kent County Council and managing Information and IT Services for the RNIB in one of their specialist colleges. Chris sits on the national AGCAS Information Classification Committee and is Secretary of the Cambridge Antiquarian Society.
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What youll find in the Library

Takeaway material
Helpful and easy-to-read leaflets helping you answer questions such as: How do I choose what to do? What help is there for specific groups of users? How do I set up postgraduate study? What do employers look for? How do I prepare for interviews? What is networking all about? I'm not ready for a job yet what else can I do? Booklets to help you explore what graduates do in different career sectors
Library information on the Careers Service website

Magazines covering topics from applying for law school to working in Europe to being a civil servant Booklets on postgraduate study and funding in the UK, USA and elsewhere You can discover what is in the Library, check whats on the bookshelves and in our information files, see samples of feedback and click on to your own area on the web with information specially selected for you. Visit our Library web pages to find out about: The titles we have on our bookshelves over 800 titles covering topics from summer jobs to psychometric tests, job searching to interview techniques, postgraduate study to taking a gap year and much more The information we hold in our occupational reference files including live links to websites so you can research occupational information online as well as in the Careers Library A range of feedback from students and graduates about job interviews, internship and vacation work experience and what jobs entail The range of Vault publications are available free via our web pages
Reference books and files

Extensive collection of books and files covering careers guidance and first steps; employment issues (e.g. disability, equal opportunities); career options; gap years and working overseas; finding vacation work in the UK and overseas; employer information including directories; postgraduate study and funding information (all listed on our website).
Feedback
We collect written feedback from current and past students. This is invaluable for giving you inside information on vacation work, postgraduate study, what to expect in interviews, and what its like finding and doing graduate jobs.
You can help us out too:

Give us your feedback on vacation work youve done, or interviews youve had Tell us what youre doing after you graduate, and perhaps volunteer to be a GradLink, so that students can contact you informally about your job and experiences Volunteer to be a helper at one of our events or for our occasional surveys or focus groups Finally, let us know about your experience of using the Careers Service so that we can continually improve what we offer. You can fill in a feedback form on our website, or leave a comment in the suggestion box in our entrance hall. If you have a complaint, please contact the Director or another member of staff. You will receive a reply within five working days
Start Here library and information tours

For details and to sign up see www.careers.cam.ac.uk
I got my job through pumping my contacts for as much information as I could, then making a targeted application, as per the Careers Services excellent advice. I did my research, had a long chat with a recruiter at the Summer Careers Fair and spent 48 hours putting together a killer app with info from present employees and past interns.
Engineering graduate
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The Careers Service website

The Careers Service website is packed full of useful information, at your fingertips when you need it.
t only takes a moment to register, and then youll have full access to all of the following resources.
Getting started Getting started will take you to material to help you to make career plans and choices, including how to arrange an interview with a Careers Adviser. You will also find pages for specific groups like first years, alumni or students with disability. Do you want to find out more about a particular employment sector, what its really like to work in banking, or how to get into a job in the media? In Careers and Degrees you will find microsites dedicated to 19 key employment sectors to find out the basics: what kinds of jobs are out there, what employers and organisations offer opportunities, and what kind of graduates are they looking for? Search GradLink our online database of alumni who have agreed to be contacted informally about their career. Get inspiration from the different career paths taken by Cambridge alumni; learn from individuals who have already taken the steps you might be planning; contact them via our web form to ask the questions you really want to ask. Would you like to find out whats happening in and around the Careers Service this week? Our online Diary is updated daily with details of all the terms events (highlighted in blue), career briefing sessions (highlighted in pink), and employer presentations. Use the Diary to sign up for Start Here and interview practice sessions, and other employer events. Sign up for CLICK email alerts choose the areas that interest you, and well email you about relevant events, opportunities and information. Are you looking for a job or vacation opportunities? We advertise hundreds of vacancies per week on Vacancies & Opportunities, and vacation opportunities too. We also link to other vacancy lists of interest to you. Save searches, sign up for email alerts and look at past vacancies in our archive for more about using Vacancies & Opportunities, see page 27. Did you miss one of our briefing sessions and wish you could catch up? We now record many of our sessions and make them available to download as MP3 files at your convenience. Visit the Podcast section of the website to see whats available.
I found my job on the Careers Service website while browsing from an internet caf on holiday just after graduating...
Natsci graduate, Research Associate, Library House (investment advisers)
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CLICK email news alerts

CLICK is a targeted careers information email service straight to your inbox. Guaranteed no-spam, you choose what you want to know about and we deliver messages with information about those areas direct to you. CLICK is used for sending information about relevant events (supplementing the Diary we maintain on the web), publications and websites, feedback from Cambridge graduates, and other career news. CLICK is not a Vacancy Service. Dont miss out, let our 13 Careers Advisers keep you informed about what we know you need to know. To register, go to Key Resources on the home page of the Careers Service website www.careers.cam.ac.uk and click on CLICK and choose your options. Categories you can choose from (each with sub-categories): Advertising and Communications Banking Consultancy Economics Engineering Financial Services For-More-Than-Profit Information Technology Law Management Media Postgrad Study Research Opportunities for Postdocs/PhD Students Science Start Ups/New Ventures Teaching Public Protection, Security and Investigation Minority Ethnic Groups Disability and Careers
Podcasts
We have built up a useful body of hundreds of sound recordings on our website, which are available to you 24/7 as MP3 files. Recordings have been made of various careers talks, skill sessions and briefing sessions, with the speakers permissions. For a full list of available sound files and the links to them go to Key Resources via www.careers.cam.ac.uk and click on Podcasts. Examples from the range of podcasts available on the Careers Service website: What can I do with an English degree? Commercial Awareness what is it and how do firms test for it? Gaining Scientific Independence Skills for Tabloid Journalism Disclosing Disability to Potential Employers Making Effective Presentations A Beginners Guide to International Development Work Bursting the Credit Bubble Getting a Legal Internship TV Getting In and Getting On Making an Impact at Graduate Selection Political Research & Public Policy Related Careers
Just last week I secured my first graduate job, which I saw on your website.You have saved me so much time and effort and ultimately I wouldnt have got this job if it wasnt for this great service.
Geography graduate, Publications Editor at small consulting firm
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Internships and vacation work

Use your vacation periods to test the water in a career area, make contacts and open opportunities that will help you in your future career.
arning money in vacations is frequently a more urgent need than gaining useful work experience, but you can do both. The summer offers more opportunities than Christmas or Easter. For a comprehensive guide to finding and getting holiday work visit the Vacation Work (resources) pages of www.careers.cam.ac.uk; keep a regular check on the Vacation Opportunities section of our Vacancies & Opportunities system and register interests for our CLICK email alert. Also check the employer entries in the back of this Guide. Most non-UK students are eligible to do vacation work in Britain (see international student information, page 6). Use the grapevine it can be highly successful. Vacation Opportunities files in our Library contain feedback from Cambridge graduates about their vacation jobs in the UK and abroad. Make speculative approaches; many employers who regularly recruit through the Careers Service are willing to offer vacation work but dont advertise the fact you have to be keen enough to ask them. Consider approaching organisations in our employer sector guides, or search past vacancies on Vacancies & Opportunities. IAESTE UK offers training experience
abroad to penultimate-year undergraduates in science, engineering and applied arts see www.iaeste.org.uk. And student members of Cambridge-MIT Exchange (CME) can apply for opportunities offered by MIT through UROP Undergraduate Research Opportunities Programme web.mit.edu/UROP. Network through friends and neighbours and use our alumni contact database Cambridge graduates on GradLink are willing to talk to you about their jobs and how they got them. Thats not the same as offering vacation work but its a good start!
My placement at Senator Ted Kennedys office was a unique insight into American politics both from the more glamorous angle of watching debates to essential office work.
Capitol Hill Programme
Work experience placements

Many employers offer two- to ten-week summer work experience placements per year ranging from scientific research and sales management to law, journalism, PR and computing. Watch for early closing dates typically February to April for summer placements, but some before Christmas. Except for charities, NGOs and supranationals, all organisations must offer the minimum wage for placements and training in the UK. N.B. Some employers regard these placements as an extended selection system for permanent employment. Take as much care with your application as you would for a permanent job see also sections on CVs, cover letters and application forms, page 28; Interviews and psychometric tests, page 30. organisations like the UN and will usually be limited to postgraduates. Stage is the French term for a period of work experience (German: Praktikum). Paid or unpaid, it can last from three weeks to a year, and is offered by commercial firms (to their sponsored students), and by
Internships and vacation work

Vacation Work Briefing: Michaelmas & Lent Work to Change the World: Lent Internships Event: Michaelmas Stuart House Library blue files: Vacation Opportunities; Vacation Work feedback Employer sector guide: Making Your Vacation Work for You
Internships and stages

An internship is the North American term for work experience (commonly used by US-style and multinational or international organisations). It implies a structured, project-based placement. For banks and strategic consultants, see the relevant Career Sector sites on www.careers.cam.ac.uk. Paid internships are hard to come by in international
Books and journals: Summer Jobs Abroad; Summer Jobs USA; Summer Jobs Britain; TARGETjobs Work Experience; TARGETjobs Work Experience Law www.careers.cam.ac.uk Vacation Opportunities (part of Vacancies & Opportunities) targetjobs.co.uk/workexperience
A bursary winner volunteered with the WWFs Cambodian Mekong Conservation Project.
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organisations seeking modern language students for year-abroad placements. Around 600 in-service five-month traineeships (mostly paid) are offered to graduates (N.B. not to undergraduates) by some of the European Communitys institutions. They are extremely competitive, attracting around 7,000 applications. See europa.eu/epso.
Networking). Visits give you a chance to get a sense of the organisations culture and meet people working there.
Careers Service
Academic course projects

A degree course requirement to undertake a project or research for a dissertation can provide a valuable piece of relevant work and a foot in the door. Careful selection of a research topic may give you opportunities to make useful contacts with employers (many regard students doing placements with them as potential recruits).
Bursaries for Public Interest vacation experience

Launched by the Careers Service in 2007 and funded by over 100 key recruiters at Cambridge
Voluntary work
In some areas, e.g. journalism, broadcasting, publishing, arts and heritage, charity and political groups, the Bar and social work, some experience may be prerequisite in obtaining your first graduate job or a place on a postgraduate course. Expenses are frequently offered and the contacts you make can be invaluable to you later on. You may need to make speculative applications use Careers Service resources including the Vacation Opportunities feedback files and GradLink for helpful leads.
Vacation courses
Some organisations provide short courses, often in the summer vacation. These enable you to talk to recent graduates and observe the type of work at first hand. They vary from one- or two-day courses including case studies or business games (e.g. banks) to a weeks work shadowing (e.g. the police). Opportunities are advertised on the Vacation Opportunities section of our Vacancies & Opportunities system. Places are highly sought after and are often open to students and graduates throughout the UK. Take care over your application and apply in plenty of time.
Work shadowing
Work shadowing, often arranged independently and usually unpaid, offers a fly-on-the-wall view of an organisation or job. It may last from a day to a couple of weeks. You are usually observing the work environment and a specific person within it: often the normal working day of a fairly senior member of an organisation. Many opportunities are offered via AIESEC (www.aiesec.co.uk). Barristers chambers routinely offer a weeks work shadowing (mini-pupillage), often this includes work experience.
A bursary winner cleans up a school library in Uganda.
A cautionary note
Vacation work can be a very good indicator of what a job would be like. But you may be given tasks well below the level of a graduate-entry job (e.g. datainputting all day). If so, it will still be a useful opportunity to gain an inside view of the style and atmosphere of that particular workplace. Talk to as many people as you can; check how much of what you have been given to do would be usual for a graduate entrant; ask to come back to work shadow. Make sure any job offer resulting from your placement is confirmed in writing soon after.
What do you want to do in your vacations?

Dance with children in Madagascar? Evaluate low earth orbit satellite systems? Try your hand at digital marketing? Research global wealth management?
Visits to organisations
Some organisations (e.g. the Civil Service, solicitors) offer one- or half-day visits or open days. Others may respond positively to a polite request (see our Guideline
Vacation Opportunities on www.careers.cam.ac.uk

Hundreds of internships and vacation work options are advertised here each year and you can save searches and have vacancies emailed to your inbox.
Pessimists caution that all an intern can expect work-wise is a diet of answering phones, envelope-licking and other office chores. By showing a little initiative I had impressed my boss and proved myself capable of significantly more.
Geography graduate, St Catherines, English speaking Union Capitol Hill Internship Programme
Careers Service Bursary Scheme

Found an interesting vacation opportunity in a not-for-profit sector and need funding? Look for the Careers Service Bursaries for Public Interest vacation experience. See Vac work resources on www.careers.cam.ac.uk.
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Postgraduate study and training

Many graduates want to take their subject further, and for some careers its a must.
limited and the best place to look may be the institution you are applying to. The largest sources of postgraduate funding are Research Councils (RCUK). Funds are often directed at PhDs, and competition is fierce. You will usually require a first or a 2.1 honours degree, and there are strict nationality and resident criteria too. Overseas students are not eligible for RCUK awards. Other sources of funding may include charitable trusts in the UK (or your home country); your government; CASE studentships (Cooperative Awards in Science and Engineering), co-funded between industry and the appropriate Research Council; research assistantships (paid posts which combine work and study often advertised in the national press); employers, especially in science and engineering (KTP Knowledge Transfer Partnerships). Some courses can be funded by career development loans (see www.lifelonglearning.co.uk/cdl). Do give sourcing funds sufficient time and start early, as application deadlines can become an issue. You might want to consider working for a few years to raise your own funds or to do the course part time.
ach year around 40 per cent of Cambridge undergraduates embark on postgraduate courses or other further study. Its possible to take your own subject further or learn something completely different. Taught postgraduate courses usually last one to two years and lead to an MA, MSc or MPhil. Research degrees include the one-year MRes, one- to two-year MPhils or three- to four-year PhDs (longer in the USA). Theres also a wide range of vocational courses. It may be possible to study part time or at a distance instead of full time.
You may choose to study overseas. Remember to check when the academic year begins and whether your qualification will be recognised where you want to use it.
Are you considering further study to avoid thinking about work? This is not a wise investment! Find out what people who have finished their postgraduate studies have gone on to do; all UK universities survey their leavers. Ask people in the career you hope to follow whether they value further study. Seek their advice on well-regarded courses and universities, or relevant topics for research. A PhD is a particularly long commitment. Are you sufficiently interested in the topic to maintain your motivation? This is often tested out through study for a Masters. Are you academically good enough, and would you be more, or less, employable outside academia afterwards? Seek the views of your DoS and supervisors, and talk to Careers Advisers.
Arts and social sciences

The main source of funding for humanities degrees is the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC). The AHRC offers up to two years funding for the Research Preparation Masters scheme for study on Masters courses and three-year awards for doctoral study. The principal funding council for the social sciences is the Economic and Social Sciences Research Council (ESRC). It funds combined Masters and PhD study (1+3 years) or PhD study (+3 years). It does not fund standalone Masters or diplomas. The AHRC allocates all of its funding to institutions with the latter deciding how to allocate it to individual research students. The ESRC allocates most of its funding this way too, but also offers about 100 awards directly to students each year.
Funding
Postgraduate degree fees in the UK are more variable between institutions and courses than undergraduate fees. UK/EU students can expect to pay from 3,000 to three or more times this. Overseas students will face fees of upwards of 9,000 with some institutions charging 18,000 and more for certain courses. For Masters degrees, not leading to a PhD, funding sources in the UK are very
Will it be worth it?

For some careers, further study is essential, e.g. if you are aiming to be an academic or a practising lawyer. In other sectors, the transferable skills you gain through further study may make you more attractive to employers, but will not necessarily guarantee a higher starting salary.
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The application process for Research Council funding is complex and quite lengthy so start early and be sure you understand the eligibility criteria. Get familiar with www.ahrc.ac.uk and www.esrc.ac.uk.
choose to take a one- or two-year programme. Courses can be expensive, with fees (for one year) of 30,000 or more. Available in major universities and business schools, the most popular are in Europe and the USA. Tip: ask advice from employers, who are often very selective and may prefer particular institutions or courses.
fees can be lower than in the UK or USA, although living costs still have to be met. Some countries and institutions do offer funding to students from other countries.
USA
In most subjects the two US postgraduate degrees (Masters and PhD) involve a combination of taught courses (lectures and seminars, with constant production of written work) and research, and a continuous assessment system. UK students sometimes find this unexpectedly strenuous comments range from professional to blistering but most people from Cambridge are enthusiastically positive about the experience. Graduate programmes allowing students to take courses outside their own departments and interdisciplinary study are far commoner than in the UK. It is also possible to enrol in some universities as a special student and study for one year but not for a degree. Applying to US universities is a lengthy, costly and labour-intensive business and the time to start investigating options is 16 months (20 months if you want to apply for a Fulbright award) before you want to start a course. Elements to consider: the appropriateness of the
Science and engineering

Able scientists at Cambridge have always been encouraged to do a PhD it seems an obvious next move. But you must be inspired by your topic, and a PhD doesnt qualify you for anything other than an academic or research job in your field, although you will acquire transferable skills. If you havent had much experience in a research lab, consider a research assistant post as a gap year after graduating, to see if you like it. Talk to as many research students as possible, especially about choosing a supervisor. The academic research route is highly competitive. It helps to get publications from your PhD and attend international conferences to make those vital contacts for the next step the fixed-term contract postdoc. If high salaries and job security are important to you, think again. If you want to work in industry after your PhD, discuss potential projects with industrial scientists or engineers, as well as academics, and find out how your supervisor can help you to collaborate. Start thinking about the options in the summer of your penultimate year (earlier for overseas options). Applications need to be made from November onwards.
Europe
The advantages of doing postgraduate study in another European country can be considerable, especially if you want to work in the country where you have studied. But education systems vary considerably from one country to another, and it may not be easy to proceed from the British system to a continental one. For example, in many continental countries, a Masters degree is a minimum qualification to start a PhD. Not all countries offer Masters degrees because their first degree courses are already at this level, and it may be necessary to take the Masters qualification in the UK. Language requirements will be very variable some courses are taught in English, others only in the local language. UK sources of funding will usually not cover study abroad. However, in many continental countries
MBA
The MBA (Masters in Business Administration) degree is normally taken after you have had two or more years of work experience. It combines the theory of management with practical experience gained in the workplace. Certain sectors, including management consultancy and finance, value an MBA highly and postMBA salaries can be very attractive. An MBA without prior work experience is unlikely to make a new graduate more marketable. Some employers may offer to sponsor you through the MBA, provided you commit yourself to continuing your career with them afterwards. This can be explored at interview, although you will not get any guarantees at that stage. Some MBA courses are flexible, including part-time, modular and evening options. They vary widely in quality. You may
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degree programme to your interests; the departments reputation and selectivity (how competitive is it to get into?); finance (fees, living costs, funding available); location. You should take advice from people in your department with knowledge of US universities. Before or after doing so, use the wealth of information on the Careers Service website: www.careers.cam.ac.uk/ sectors/pgstudy/USindex.asp, which includes podcasts, feedback, funding information, advice on applying and sample applications. Cambridge has a high reputation in the US. Many universities are eager to receive applications from Cambridge graduates and offer substantial awards. A 2.1, persuasive personal statement, and good references will usually secure you a place and at least partial funding.
Postgraduate study
General
CLICK emails: Postgraduate Study targetcourses.co.uk Prospects Postgraduate Directory Websites of individual institutions course information Stuart House Library Postgraduate Study files (blue) Book: How to get a PhD www.findaphd.com (science and social science) www.findamasters.com
Europe
Follow Exploring working and studying abroad from www.prospects.ac.uk Study in France: www.campusfrance.org
Commonwealth
Association of Commonwealth Universities: www.acu.ac.uk
Japan
Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships: www.uk.emb-japan.go.jp (go to Study Japan)
Funding
Information booklet: Postgraduate Study & Research Directories: Postgraduate Funding Guide (Prospects); The Grants Register; Directory of Grant Making Trusts Funder Finder (Stuart House Library) British Council Funding for overseas students www.educationuk.org The Arts Funding Guide
USA
www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/ pgstudy/USindex.asp www.educationusa.state.gov Reference material in Stuart House Lower Library Practice tests on computer (Stuart House Lower Library): GRE (Powerprep) general test for entry to American universities; GMAT for postgraduate entry to business schools Advisory service, US/UK Fulbright Commission: www.fulbright.co.uk www.ets.org/gre information on general admissions test for US universities including practice tests www.mba.com/mba/thegmat information about admission to US business schools including practice tests
Vocational
Some jobs require you to complete a vocational training course first, e.g. teaching (see page 42), local authority archive work and law (see pages 51 and 50). Jobs for which there is strong competition may be easier to acquire if you do a course first, e.g. in journalism or personnel management. A postgraduate course can enable you to switch to a whole new discipline, e.g. speech and language therapy. Check in Stuart House Library or on targetjobs.co.uk and www.prospects.ac.uk whether a course is really necessary for the job you want. Often it is not, as many employers will train you, e.g. in marketing or patent work, and pay you a salary at the same time. In some fields its best to get experience of the work before doing a vocational course (e.g. journalism, museum work, MBA); such experience may be an entry requirement. Funding varies according to course and circumstances. For example, public funding is virtually unobtainable for a law conversion course, but if you apply successfully for training with a large commercial law firm they are likely to give you funding for it. Many courses are parttime over two years, enabling you to earn while studying. Cost varies widely; shop around to make sure you will be getting value for money. Ask course providers what jobs their graduates have gone into over the last two years and how soon after the end of the course they found jobs. If possible, as with all courses, visit the institution if you dont already know it.
Arts & Social Science

Arts & Social Sciences Postgraduate Study Briefing (see termly Diary) Arts & Humanities Research Council: www.ahrc.ac.uk Economic & Social Research Council: www.esrc.ac.uk
Science & Engineering

Science & Engineering Postgraduate Study Briefing (see termly Diary) Biotechnology & Biological Sciences Research Council: www.bbsrc.ac.uk Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council: www.epsrc.ac.uk Medical Research Council: www.mrc.ac.uk The Wellcome Trust: www.wellcome.ac.uk Natural Environment Research Council: www.nerc.ac.uk Science & Technology Facilities Council: www.scitech.ac.uk
MBA
Journals and directories: Which MBA? (Economist Intelligence Unit); Directory of MBAs Tables published by the Financial Times (January)
Vocational
targetcourses.co.uk www.prospects.ac.uk (postgraduate study work-related courses) Green occupational files of specific vocational areas (Stuart House Library)
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Careers Service events

Throughout the year, we offer a wide range of opportunities to meet and network with employers from many different job sectors.
Michaelmas Term 2010
Currently confirmed in the online Diary
13 October 14 October 26 October Banking and Finance Event Consultancy Event Careers in Teaching briefing and panel discussion Solicitors Event Arts and Heritage Management panel discussion Careers in Economics Event Careers for Mathematicians Event Advertising and Marketing Communications Event Business and Management Event Science, Engineering and Technology Event Computer Laboratory Recruitment Fair Careers Briefing Political, Public Policy and Public Affairs Careers Briefing Social Research Careers Internships and Vacation Work Event
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2 November 3 November 10 November
10 November 11 November 19 November 23 November
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Lent Term 2011

January 2011 January 2011 January 2011 February 2011 February 2011 February 2011 Publishing Careers Evening Media Careers Evening Barristers Event Work to Change the World Working in the Media Event Cam Connect (local high-tech firms)
Easter Term 2011

June 2011 Summer Recruitment Event
I can quite safely say that the Careers Service sessions I have attended have been the decisive factor in me being the first in my college to get a summer internship offer at a major bank.
Second year Economics student
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All you need to know about getting a jobI
Finding vacancies
When it comes to unearthing good job opportunities, use all the tools in your box.
ach year, through Vacancies & Opportunities, the Careers Service advertises thousands of vacancies. Employers range from multinationals to individuals; and from conventional blue chip to unconventional alternatives. Timing and methods of recruitment vary widely. Many of the conventional larger employers recruit from September to Easter, with application deadlines from October to December; other organisations recruit only when they have vacancies. This can be at any time of year recruitment is NOT over by Christmas!
GradLink the alumni database... on the web!
No other source of information offers this kind of personal, specific,insider perspective.

PhD student
Widening your search

Use Stuart House library resources, including individual employer files, sector guides (see also career sectors on our website), specialist journals, directories and reference books (useful if you know what you want to work in e.g. human resources but dont know who the recruiters are). Our website contains links to hundreds of employers sites. Other sources include employer listings in this Guide, national and local newspapers, magazines, professional organisations, websites, and email services such as MyProspects. The more contact you have with an organisation before applying, the more chance you have to target your application successfully.
Networking
Some employers from small scientific start-ups to media organisations or research institutes advertise rarely or not at all. To find out who they are, what they do and who they recruit, use the creative job search technique known as networking. This is not nepotism; its researching, asking for information and advice, making contacts and acting on what you find out for example, by making speculative applications for work experience or a job. Talk to friends, relatives and neighbours, or to students who have had vacation work with organisations that interest you. Use GradLink to contact Cambridge graduates working in jobs you want to know more about. Read our Guideline Networking it explains everything you need to know!
Apply far and wide in the field in which you are interested and think around the subject too. A tangential or oblique approach can be more fruitful and reveal different but valid career paths.
Assistant Curator, National Trust
Finding out what jobs are really like

Job descriptions are a start, but to find out what a job is really like, use your analytical and research skills. Dont rely on formal sources of information to judge whether a job is the right fit for you. Be inquisitive talk to people. You may know what marketing involves, but marketing in Diageo, the National Gallery and a small start-up company are different jobs. What the organisation does, its culture, its values and the people working there account for the differences.
Recruitment agencies can they help?

Agencies are seldom of real benefit to new graduates or postgraduates. Before deciding to use them, read Guidelines on Using Recruitment Agencies (click on the link from Vacancies & Opportunities search page) or seek advice from a Careers Adviser.
Meeting employers
Use every opportunity to meet employers: at Careers Events, at presentations, through vacation work, student societies and GradLink contacts. Most welcome approaches from Cambridge students.
Speaking to people who have already taken steps in their careers makes the decisions you have to make much less daunting and altogether more exciting.
PhD student
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IAll you need to know about getting a job
Vacancies & Opportunities 24/7 at www.careers.cam.ac.uk
Get ideas by searching archived vacancies
Look for vacation opportunities
There are currently 17 vacancies with start-ups
Search by category and sub-category Save up to 10 searches, and get email updates
A reminder of your search criteria 4 vacancies matched your search Weblink to company Click here to see more details of this position
Basic information about the company
Basic information about the vacancy
Vital extra information available at the Careers Service
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CVs, cover letters and application forms

The art of persuasion how to make your CV, cover letter or application form really stand out from the crowd.
CVs
A CV is a very important document but its not rocket science. You need a CV to: apply for jobs, courses or funding make a speculative application or introduce yourself when asking about possible vacation work help your referee write supportive references highlight your abilities and how much you have done
How to target your CV

Another way of ordering the information, allowing sharper targeting, is to put all your work experience, activities, interests and additional skills under one heading, Relevant experience or Relevant experience/skills, and then divide it up by subheadings, which you choose to match the employers concerns, e.g. Fundraising, Liaison, Organisation. This is a powerful way of highlighting your suitability, and often advisable when applying in competitive sectors where employers look for strong evidence of commitment, e.g. the media. To know how to target your CV, find out about the needs of the intended recipient. The more research you do about your CVs destination, the easier it will be to write. Use the Careers Service resources on employers in the library and on our website.
Everyone can prepare a good CV

You dont have to have climbed Everest. The first step is to write down all you have done since (and including) GCSE (or equivalent). The second step is to shape this information appropriately. There are conventions, but no detailed prescriptions. You will need more than one CV. The best CV is the one written for the particular recipient, targeted to suit their requirements, so that you really interest them. For detailed advice, see our books CVs and Cover Letters and CVs and Cover Letters for Higher Degree Graduates, available at Stuart House.
Application forms
Large recruiters and/or public-sector employers are likely to ask you to complete their own application form and possibly send them a CV as well. Forms ensure that all applicants answer the same questions, so you dont have to second-guess what employers are looking for. They frequently require you to give evidence of your skills, for example: Give an example of a problem (or project) requiring analysis. What methods did you use and what conclusions did you reach? Describe a situation where you had to work effectively as a member of a team. What was the teams aim? How was the team selected? What was your role? Keep scene-setting to a minimum. Think about why employers ask this sort of question. They want to know the process you used; you need to convince them you could do it again in another context. First impressions are every bit as important with a form as with a CV. Make a copy and draft your answers, following the instructions exactly. Keep to any word limits and check your spelling and grammar. If applying online, you need to do just as much preparation. Keep a photocopy or printout of your completed form. If its successful, youll need it to prepare for the next steps in the selection process.
Headings are important

They are vehicles for targeting your CV and helping the (busy) reader to make sense of the information. Conventional section divisions are: Your name, in large letters Personal details (no heading needed) Education Employment and/or work experience Additional skills Activities and interests Referees (name, job, address, phone, email)
The best CV is the one written for the particular recipient.
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Cover letters
Hard-copy application forms and all CVs for jobs should be accompanied by a cover letter. Application forms usually require only a brief letter. A cover letter is often tougher to write than a CV. It is what the recipient sees first, and you want it to persuade them to read your CV. Why is this person writing to me? asks the recipient. Showing relevant motivation and enthusiasm is the role of the cover letter. If applying for an advertised post, say: briefly, your situation (e.g. currently in my final year of a history degree at Cambridge, I am writing to apply...), what post you are applying for, and where you saw it advertised why you want to work for them (this entails researching the organisation and their sector) why they should want you to work for them what in particular you can offer nuts and bolts information, e.g. dates at various addresses and how you can be contacted In a speculative application, the letter should also explain what sort of work you want to do and be very clear about when, and for how long, you are available. If you are writing for information, e.g. to a GradLink, dont be vague, ask specific questions.
CVs and cover letters how to take away the pain!
Our CVs and Cover Letters guides are packed full of examples, so whether youre preparing for the annual graduate recruitment milkround, or an academic researcher looking for your first lectureship position, youll find something inside to help you. Starting from scratch and taking you to the final polish, the orange and blue books will help you to: recognise your skills compile a targeted CV, including a skills-based format structure an effective cover letter think about interviews and other aspects of recruitment. Written by Careers Advisers of Cambridge University Careers Service. Copies available FREE from the Careers Service, Stuart House. Note: These books are designed to help you to write CVs for use in the UK. The style and content of your CV may need to be very different for use in other countries (helpful resources are given).
A major contribution to getting my new post was, I think, your guide on CVs and Cover Letters for Higher Degree Graduates, which helped me to rewrite my CV in a much more radical way than I would otherwise have considered.
Languages PhD student
more information
Careers Service Briefings and Workshops (12 hours see termly Diary) Employer-led CV sessions (see termly Diary and podcasts) AGCAS booklet: Making Applications AGCAS DVD: Your Jobs Online
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Interviews and psychometric tests

Surviving Spanish inquisitions to cosy chats, and leaving behind a great impression.
our interview experience will depend on the kind of organisation you apply to and even on the time of year. There is a fairly well-established pattern for milkround recruitment, but a more variable and less structured pattern exists during the rest of the year and for people changing jobs. What follows is a description of mainstream practice: Candidates are selected for interview on the basis of the application form or CV and cover letter A first interview, usually with one person, lasting 20 to 50 minutes, takes place in Cambridge or at the employers offices, or sometimes over the phone Candidates are shortlisted for further interviews, usually held away from Cambridge at the place of work, at a hotel or at a management/assessment centre run by the employer At first interview, selectors want to confirm the impression your application has given and assess your suitability for the organisation and the job. You will be expected to talk about your background, experiences and ideas, and to show what homework you have done. You may be asked to take numeracy or other aptitude tests or to do a personality questionnaire. Management consultancy employers may give you a case study to see how you think on your feet.
If you want to see how you look or sound, book a practice video interview (sessions every term) Arrive on time, dressed suitably i.e. to show you understand the requirements of the organisation If its a telephone interview, arrange to be somewhere you wont be disturbed, and have a copy of your application/ CV to hand At the first interview: First impressions count a lot. Smile, give a firm handshake and display enthusiasm Make sure you answer the question asked, and illustrate answers with examples from your own experience Avoid asking about salary, bonuses, holidays, etc. at this stage After the first interview: Note the interviewers name, topics covered and any questions outstanding. You will need this information for your second interview If you dont hear from the employer in the time they suggested, telephone or email to enquire. Employers behave in different ways and some move much faster than others
Further interviews are designed to assess your suitability for the job and may include aptitude tests and case studies. They last anything between an hour and two days and take many forms. Panel interviews mean that you will face a group of interviewers all at once; most likely they will have discussed in advance how they are going to manage the interview, so you wont be faced with a barrage of questions. Selection days, selection boards and assessment centres (one to three days; often residential). You work with a group of other interviewees and may undertake: one-to-one interviews panel interviews individual case studies aptitude or personality tests group exercises, e.g. as a committee working on case studies that are relevant to the job drafting exercises e.g. reading a batch of material and preparing a response to it social events
Interview preparation
Before the first interview: Re-read the material on the employer and visit the company website Re-read your application and the job description note what qualities the employer is looking for Prepare for awkward questions, and also have a list of points you want to get across
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You now have between a one-in-two and a one-in-five chance of a job offer. The employer will expect you to have improved your understanding of the organisation and type of work. Prepare for the interview as much as possible. Re-read your application form. Check company information on their website or on file at Stuart House. Through friends or GradLink, try to talk to people working in the organisation or in a similar field. Be aware of current affairs and trends in the business news. Be yourself. Its impossible to keep up a different image over several days. Occasionally employers, particularly for vacancies overseas, use videoconferencing for interviews.
the job. Another advantage is that they are conducted under standard conditions, and so dont place any candidate at a disadvantage.
How can personality be measured?

You may be given a personality questionnaire, but this is not a test there are no right or wrong answers. Personality questionnaires attempt to predict the way you might react to certain situations, and to identify your preferences and thinking style. You can try one, the MyersBriggs Type Indicator (MBTI), through the Careers Service. Personality questionnaires can help recruiters see how you will fit into their organisation. Responsible employers will use them alongside many other selection methods, and will ensure that they are conducted by trained practitioners who should give you confidential feedback and interpretation.
What should I expect?

Graduate recruiters often use a variety of verbal and numerical reasoning tests. If your facility with systems is important, they may also use a diagrammatic reasoning test. A few favour the WatsonGlaser test to measure your critical thinking skills. If you have a disability that may affect your performance, consider contacting the employer to request special arrangements.
How can I prepare?

Become familiar with the format of the tests. If its a long time since you calculated a percentage or interpreted a graph, you could do with some practice. This is just as true for maths students as for arts students, who are often pleasantly surprised just how numerate they are. Here are some options: Access free online tests on the Careers Service website Come to a session: check for Aptitude test and Numeracy test training at Whats On at www.careers.cam.ac.uk Access a range of books at Stuart House: we also sell sets of practice tests and Improve your Numeracy (modestly priced)
Psychometric tests
Its not uncommon to be asked to take a psychometric test as part of the selection process. Sometimes its an online test right at the start of the process, sometimes a paper and pencil test as part of an assessment centre. The format is usually multiple-choice.
more information
Interviews
Interview practice sessions book via website Skills sessions to help you prepare for interviews and case studies. Book via website Careers Service resources: videos, books and interview feedback files
Why do employers need to test me?

Tests are used for selection because they can be good predictors of performance in
Psychometric tests
Use practice tests at the websites suggested in the Guideline on Psychometric Tests and Personality Questionnaires Stuart House Library green file: Psychometric Testing & Assessment Centres See termly Diary for test sessions you can book Books: including Test Your Own Aptitude and the How to Pass... series Practice test sets (modestly priced): Improve Your Numeracy, Psychometric Test Pack www.faststream.gov.uk: Civil Service: go to How do I apply? then to Step-bystep application process www.gre.org: Practice materials for those wanting to do postgraduate study in the US www.prospects.ac.uk: From Jobs & Work select Applications, CVs & Interviews then Interview Tests and Exercises targetjobs.co.uk
On video interview practice:
I just wanted to thank you for your help and advice last week in preparation for my interview at the Rutherford Appleton laboratory. I got the job and I know the interview practice session I had with you really made the difference in terms of my presentation on the day.
Computer Science graduate now at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory
I got the job! They asked me several of the questions we covered in the practice interview. When I went to the real thing I was a lot more familiar with myself and felt quite calm.Thanks for giving me support at a key turning point.
Theology graduate
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Time outI
Time out
If you dont feel ready to throw yourself into the world of work, dont be afraid to consider other opportunities.
f you didnt take a gap year before university (and even if you did) you may be attracted by the idea of taking time out after your degree. Each year many Cambridge graduates do this in 2008 it was around five per cent. Whatever you decide to do, take the decision deliberately and think of time out as development time rather than time off. In other words, think about the pros and cons and plan ahead. Some pros: travel; recharge your batteries study something new e.g. a language acquire experience relevant to areas of work that interest you pay off some of your debts take up a particular opportunity e.g. a Stage in the EU Some cons: fall a year behind your friends miss out on vacancies/job opportunities get (even more) into debt still feel undecided about what to do next
Plan your time

Research the possibilities there may be more than you think. Stuart House resources can help. Ensure you have lifetime/worldwide access to our website click on register on our home page at www.careers.cam.ac.uk Consider how much time you want to take. Check how long projects will take to organise or complete and any deadlines involved Consider what money youll need and, if youre going overseas, check visa requirements, work permits, vaccinations and insurance
What happens on your return?

Think about what you might want to do after you have taken time out, especially if you will be in another country for part or all of the time. Four months away starting at the end of June will bring you back in time for the milkround, six months wont. Eleven months will bring you back to the UK for summer recruitment, twelve wont. However, many organisations dont recruit to academic timetables and advertise jobs at any time of year. The Careers Service is available to help you at any stage of your life after graduation. Vacancies are advertised on our website throughout the year (not just for milkround type jobs). You can use any of the facilities of Stuart House on your return.
After my MPhil, I did a HounslowNigeria exchange through VSOs Global Xchange Programme. It was six months of incredible experiences working with refugees and developing a youth drama project in Hounslow, creating a village library and filming a TV documentary in Nigeria...This isnt an expensivehumanitarian tourist package like so many out there.
English graduate
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ICareer change
Career change
We are your Careers Service for life, so if and when you opt for a change in direction, we are here to help.
areer change is a much more common phenomenon than it used to be. For many graduates, having several careers during their working life will be the norm either because they have chosen to do so, or as a way of adapting to changing economic circumstances (examples on GradLink, the alumni database, include: law to primary school teaching and museum work, recruitment consultancy to charity expedition organising, BBC producer to HE lecturer, market researcher to patent agent, doctor to athlete, insurance executive to musician, postdoctoral researcher to climate consultant). The most usual reasons are the desire for a change in lifestyle or work content, the realisation that earning an enormous salary doesnt compensate for terminal lack of interest in the job you are doing, or that the grass really is greener on the other side.
A successful career change

What are the elements for successful career change? Much the same as for choosing the direction you wish to take on leaving university or applying for your first job after graduation: deciding what is important to you now in family values and ethical terms as well as in your career identifying what to drop from your current career and what you want to gain in your new one understanding what type of activities suit your personality developing a set of criteria for the new job researching the job market and creating an action plan. You will need to identify your transferable skills, updating your CV, finding out as much as you can about your options through desk research and networking, considering what skills or experience the new employer is likely to be looking for, considering training requirements and, most importantly, networking with contacts you have (or make) to find out about opportunities in the sectors that interest you. Changing direction may also present you with different challenges to consider, such as employers attitudes to candidates coming from other sectors, level of competition with other suitably qualified candidates, and lifestyle constraints. Also, the level of effort you will need to put into researching, planning and networking is likely to be far greater than when you set out to find your first job. Using the services of a Careers Adviser who can help you formulate a plan and point you in the direction of sources of information can be helpful. Aptitude tests and personality and interest questionnaires (with feedback) will also help your selfawareness (see Interviews and psychometric tests, page 30).
One thing I did was to consult the Careers Service. I arrived at our meeting with a deliberately open mind as to what to do with my career but it must have been obvious that what I really wanted was reassurance that I was not about to make a ridiculous mistake! To my delight, this is what I was given.
City solicitor turned biology teacher
Career change
Guidelines: What Employers look for; Work Families; Which Job? Stuart House Library green file: Career Break/Change Prospects Planner: computer guidance program available at Stuart House (or follow What jobs would suit me? from www.prospects.ac.uk) Books: What Colour is Your Parachute?; Build Your Own Rainbow
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International careersI
Becoming a global employee

Wherever in the world you want to work the Careers Service can help you.
Becoming a global employee
Advances in technology have opened up economic markets for companies across the world. It is no longer necessary for colleagues to be in the same room, let alone the same country, to be able to interact and work together. It is easy to communicate with anyone via email and mobile phone from anywhere in the world. Multinational companies dominate the global economy and there is constant talk of the world becoming a smaller place. Companies across the world advertise their presence on the internet, as web addresses become more important than geographical locations.
Cambridge an international university

The University of Cambridge is a centre of excellence, renowned throughout the world for its innovative research and outstanding teaching. The latest figures show that roughly 19 per cent of the study body is made up of overseas students. Cambridge is at the forefront of research across the spectrum of disciplines. Every year visiting academics from prestigious universities throughout the world come to Cambridge to research, teach and develop new work. As a member of a college, as well as the university, you live and work closely with many people from different countries and cultures, which is an excellent foundation for your development as a successful global employee. During most of the last century, multinational referred almost exclusively to large Western companies, but the nature of multinational companies is evolving, with an increasing number of non-Western companies making the transition to the global stage and becoming world leaders in their field. Japanese companies began to emerge as market leaders in the 1980s, and during the past few years Indian and Chinese companies have been making inroads into the once Western-dominated multinational scene. To succeed in the 21st century global economy, companies within every employment sector need to be able to adapt, to diversify and most importantly to communicate. Employers need to recruit staff with excellent communication skills to conduct their business on a local, national and international level. So what sort of global career would you like? Do you want to work in different countries around the world moving location each time you move job or would you prefer to be posted abroad by your employer and work for periods of time on an expatriate basis? Perhaps you would prefer to be based in one country and travel abroad on assignments or maybe just on regular business trips? Or is your interest more in working with multinational colleagues or doing business (possibly virtually) with international customers and/or suppliers? Your preference for one or more of these may wax or wane depending on your life circumstances and these different levels of working globally will require different levels of commitment and skills.
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What are employers looking for?

Research carried out by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) has identified the following key attributes that are required of a globally competent employee: strong intercultural and communications skills resilience: working abroad can mean losing the usual support structures of the organisation, friends and family the flexibility to adapt to new situations and ways of doing things as well as the ability to cope with ambiguity the skill to handle diversity and to understand, respect and adapt to cultural differences knowledge of local conditions an awareness of the strategic aims of your employer and an understanding of the international environment in which they operate a working knowledge of the local language plus a good level of skill in both written and verbal English. It is common for English to be the working language within many business environments but a good working knowledge of the local language will help you to communicate effectively and develop good relationships both at work and socially.
Networking will help you identify opportunities

Although vast numbers of job vacancies are advertised throughout the world every year, a great number are not. Hopefully you will use every opportunity to extend your range of contacts during your time in Cambridge. The wider you make your network of contacts, the greater your chance of finding out about elusive vacancies, especially within sectors such as the media. Talk to people studying different subjects and from other colleges: joining a society is a good way of doing this. Keep in touch with friends in the years above you to find out how their careers are progressing: they may have useful tips for you. Visit Stuart House to utilise the resources, use the knowledge of the staff and when you come to careers events talk to the employers.
Add to these the battery of competences normally required for graduate-level work such as problem solving, analytical thinking, numeracy, teamworking, leadership, self-motivation, self-reliance and business/commercial awareness and you have a formidable task in preparing yourself for selection. Our sections on Making the most of your time at Cambridge, on page 36, and What employers look for, on page 9, will give you some ideas as to how to do this.
GradLink
GradLink is an excellent networking tool. It provides you with an informal and confidential link to Cambridge graduates in the workplace. To start using GradLink log onto the website www.careers.cam.ac.uk and follow the link on the left hand side menu. We are always eager to recruit new GradLinks. Why not consider signing up after you leave Cambridge and help the next generation of Cambridge global employees?
Developing your career, longer term

When making your first career choice, it helps to check with employers what the potential for travel or placements abroad might be. Increasingly, international companies include an overseas placement as part of the graduate trainee period, or in the early stage of a career path. If permanent or semi-permanent work abroad is your aim it is also important to think of the effect expatriate living might have on your partner and children, if you have them. This life and working choice will impact on their career, education and lifestyle. Some employers offer reorientation programmes to employees and their families to help them deal with the reverse culture shock of returning home. Even if the long-term life of the expatriate is not for you, working abroad will strengthen your CV and improve your employability by giving you the opportunity to enhance your experience of other cultures and your communications skills. You may improve your knowledge of foreign languages or learn new ones, practise self-reliance, resilience and adaptability, and increase your knowledge of your company and the environment within which it operates. How and when you decide to proceed with your global career will be influenced by a mix of external factors, such as recruiter expectations, labour market conditions, work permit requirements and personal preferences and constraints. Research, planning and preparation are all important for success.
Heres what three GradLinks said:

After Cambridge I ended up going out to the UN in NYC to work on building education programmes and conflict resolution models. After completing the general engineering Tripos, I accepted a role on the GKN ILDP scheme.This scheme places graduates in a variety of different positions, countries and GKN companies. Three months after joining IBM, I found myself flying across the world.
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Making the most of your time at Cambridge

Employers value skills gained in social and cultural interests here at Cambridge. Start your network of global contacts while youre here.
Help from the Careers Service got me a foot in the door

NAME Kezheng Chong JOB Management Consultant EMPLOYER Leading management consultancy, Hong Kong, Shanghai DEGREE BA Economics, Gonville & Caius College Cambridge, 2008 Since graduation I have been working for a leading management consultancy. I am based in their Hong Kong office but we operate as a greater China practice and I often shuttle weekly to mainland China for client case work, while training stints have taken me to the USA and Singapore, which I also call home. My responsibilities vary daily, from organising client workshops to building financial models; I could be doing a traditional Chinese medicine-related project one day and be working on a semiconductor case the next. All of which means a steep learning curve but tremendous fun for the intellectually curious. My three years at Cambridge have helped my career in many ways. My tutorial supervisions taught me to challenge conventional thinking and consider issues from multiple perspectives. More generally, Cambridge truly has a diverse international community and of the many great friends I made there, several now back in Hong Kong, have helped me settle and feel at home here. I firmly believe that the help from the Careers Service was what got me a foot in the door at my firm to begin with.The Vault guides on their website were my bible, as was the catalogue of case interview videos for loan, which gave me an excellent overview of the consulting industry as well as crucial tips for success in interviews.
tudying at Cambridge can be more demanding than at other UK universities. Every degree programme is designed to stretch your abilities, develop your mind and personality, and provide you with rigorous academic training in your chosen subject. If you look at the Careers Service online Diary and Vacancies & Opportunities, you will see how many employers come to Cambridge and/or post vacancies with us in the hope of attracting the best students and persuading them to work for them after graduation. Recruiters know that Cambridge graduates have achieved academic excellence during their studies and that they will have built up an impressive portfolio of additional skills. This section explores some ways of making sure that you maximise all the opportunities available to you during your time here. Do remember though, you are at Cambridge to gain a degree, not a job. Many employers require students to achieve at least an upper second class degree in their finals so you will need to balance the demands on your time carefully. Do not jeopardise your studies by spending too much time on your career search, making applications or attending interviews. If in doubt, call in to see us for a ten-minute Quick Query and we will advise you.
Extra-curricular activities
At Cambridge, our short terms mean that it can be difficult to fit in extra-curricular activities but with careful planning it is possible and can be very rewarding. There are a large number of university clubs and societies to join; check out the full list at
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www.societies.cam.ac.uk. Many colleges also have sports, drama and musical societies that you can get involved with. Societies tend to concentrate on promoting themselves during Freshers Week but you need not feel pressurised into joining them all at once. You can join them at any point during your university career as you adapt to your new environment and discover what interests you most. If after seeing all that is on offer you still cannot find one to tempt you, why not create a new one? Employers are more impressed by involvement at committee level, than by attendance at numerous drinks parties or talks. In addition to developing new skills to complement your academic studies, involvement with student societies may be advantageous for your job search enabling you to widen your social networks, especially with students of different nationalities and cultures. Networking is a valuable way of finding out about job opportunities that are not openly advertised.
eligible to apply for one of our 500 bursaries for public interest vacation work. See www.careers.cam.ac.uk for details.
Careers Service events

Recruiters within sectors such as banking and law use internships as a selection tool, so you must be organised in your job search. An internship is usually carried out during the summer following your second (or penultimate) year and can lead to a conditional job offer. Internships not only offer the employer a chance to see how you perform, but also give you an insight into the type of work you would be doing. Cambridge students can take advantage of the Internships Fair organised towards the end of Michaelmas term by the Careers Service. The event brings together some (although by no means all) of the companies offering internships. Work to Change the World careers event, run in Lent term, involves organisations that work for more than profit and it can be a rich source of opportunities for vacation and year-out work and volunteering. As with all Careers Service events there are accompanying websites to help you to prepare before meeting the employers, listing the organisations attending with links to their websites, and describing the opportunities they have available. By conducting research before attending events you will stand out and impress employers.
Work experience
Unlike at other universities, Cambridge students are strongly discouraged from working during term time and for this reason you will not find any term-time jobs advertised through the Careers Service. Understandably, though, employers are interested in your performance in the workplace and expect to see some evidence of work experience. For this reason, you are encouraged to consider seeking employment during some of your vacations. Be careful when planning your vacations that you do not take on too much and that you leave sufficient time to complete any preparatory work for next term, or consolidation work from the previous term. Employers are interested in the skills you use and develop through work experience, so volunteering or an unpaid internship can be as valuable as paid work. However, your finances may require you to be paid for some or all of your vacation work. If you are a pre-finalist undergraduate doing unpaid work for a charity you may be
A rich variety of cultural experiences

In order to become a successful global employee, you should be open to as wide a range of experiences as possible. Employers will be encouraged to see how well you have adapted to and integrated with a different culture; they want employees to be comfortable in a world of global interactions. In addition to the rich variety of cultural experiences available here, Cambridge has easy access to London, with its history, theatres and museums. Enjoyed throughout the world, the boat race and other Varsity fixtures are considered by many to be part of the traditional, essential Cambridge experience, as is punting on the Cam.
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The AZ of graduate careers

Browse this AZ section for career ideas. Alphabetic index below, or see page 3 for entries grouped by career sector (e.g.Arts and heritage or Healthcare).
Academia Accountancy Actuarial work Advertising Advertising and communications Archive work Armed services Arts and heritage Arts management Banking Becoming a lawyer Broadcasting, radio and television Businesses with a difference Chartered surveying Community work Conference and events management Direct marketing and sales promotion Economics Education sector Education-related jobs Engineering and technology Environmental and conservation work Experimental science Experimental science in academic institutions Experimental science in hospitals Experimental science in large industries Experimental science in research institutes Experimental science in small companies Film Finance For-more-than-profit Galleries and auction houses Guidance and counselling work Hands off science Healthcare Heritage work (including museums) Hospitality, sport and leisure Human resources Industry Information technology (IT) Information work (information scientists and information managers) Insurance International development work
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Journalism Languages using them Law and legal services Librarianship Library and information work Local government Logistics Management Management consultancy Market research Marketing and sales Media and publishing Medicine, dentistry and veterinary medicine Museums see Heritage work Not-for-profit organisations Nursing and midwifery Patent work and trade marks Performing arts PR (public relations) Preparing for case study interviews Process or operational consultants Property Psychology Public service Publishing Purchasing Retail Science Self-employment and small businesses Self-employment and entrepreneurship Social and community work Social and political research Social work Strategic consultants Taxation Teacher training routes Teaching outside the UK (TEFL) Teaching UK The City The Civil Service The Houses of Parliament The Intelligence Services The National Health Service The Police
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Travel and tourism Work abroad Work to Change the World Working for a small business Working for the EU Working in Europe Working overseas Working with offenders
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Information sources
Some are noted through the text, but visit the Careers Service to find the full range. Whatever your career interests turn out to be there will be resources to help you. For example:
Handy Guideline leaflets to pick up on 24 topics from Which Job? to Guidelines for Postgraduates Occupational information from many sources (green files) targetjobs.co.uk Four-page job descriptions also on www.prospects.ac.uk (occupational profiles) Employer/organisation information and feedback (red files) Vacation work/job feedback from students and graduates (blue files) Student feedback on their interview experiences (blue files) Vacancies & Opportunities live Vacancies and Vacation Opportunities all year round on www.careers.cam.ac.uk. Weekly printable copies of Careers Service Vacancy Lists also available Reference books, directories and journals Videos and DVDs A range of commercial careers publications (takeaway)
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ADVERTISING AND COMMUNICATIONS

Advertising PR (public relations) Market research Direct marketing and sales promotion Conference and events management For more on this sector, see page 97
www.ipa.co.uk Institute of Practitioners in Advertising.
Direct marketing and sales promotion

Direct or relationship marketing targets individuals. It employs the newest technology available to business and constantly invents new approaches in order to develop the relationship between customers and organisations. Key skills for creating communications that stand out from the swamp of sameness are creativity, ingenuity, determination and a sharp business sense. Graduates of any discipline can find jobs that involve researching and identifying new markets and planning, writing copy for, executing and analysing campaigns. Those with relevant numerate degrees are highly sought after as data analysts and data planners. The Institute of Direct Marketing offers work experience opportunities, and runs an annual IDM Summer School, which can lead to a graduate job, under the name URthebrand. www.theidm.com Institute of Direct Marketing. www.urthebrand.co.uk
PR (public relations)
PR is about managing and enhancing reputations, and all organisations are concerned about their reputations. If you are a confident, highly organised self-starter with an eye for detail and enjoy the thought of liaising with clients, negotiating with the media, writing press releases and reports, and organising functions and publicity campaigns, PR could interest you. Graduate training schemes are still fairly rare, but many PR agencies advertise vacancies during the year and many accept speculative applications. Its also possible to get work experience in agencies. www.cipr.co.uk Chartered Institute of Public Relations.
Advertising
Advertising is a surprisingly small part of the ever-expanding communications industry. Graduates are actively recruited, but the total annual intake is only about 250. Any degree discipline is acceptable (relevant work experience is useful apply speculatively as few schemes are advertised). Be prepared to work in a commercial and creative environment where confidence, resilience, good organisational and business skills are a must. And yes, you must be passionate about ads.
Advertising stood out as something I could do for a living and actually enjoy the long hours. I saw it as a human puzzle: how to motivate people out there to buy more of your product.
Neuroscience graduate
A typical day in my PR job includes client meetings, calling journalists, collating lists of media to contact, writing copy for articles, arranging interviews and attending press conferences.
Philosophy graduate
Market research
The purpose of market research is to collect and interpret reliable information, using two main categories of research techniques quantitative: to generate statistics; and qualitative: to explore attitudes and behaviour. Market researchers, who may work in agencies or in-house, typically design research methods, interview and write reports (research executives), analyse data (data processing personnel) and organise nationwide interview teams (field managers). Market researchers need to be interested in people and behaviour, to have good analytical and organisational skills and adequate numerical competence. Market research is an important and very international business sector and can markedly influence business and policy decision.
Theres no such thing as a typical day. One day I might be working on a project about drug addiction with the Home Office, the next I could be thinking about the launch of the latest Toyota.
English graduate, KSBR Branding Agency
Graduates are recruited into the business side of the agency, the majority as account managers, who look after clients and co-ordinate the agencys efforts on their behalf. There are a few vacancies for account planners, to analyse research data and monitor the effectiveness of ads, and for media planners/buyers to buy ad space and get the best deals for clients. Only very occasionally are graduates taken on in the creative side of the agency, usually as a team of two copywriter and art director (most have done relevant training courses). Agencies mostly advertise their vacancies in the autumn, with closing dates between November and January. Check Vacancies & Opportunties at www.careers.cam.ac.uk for vacancies as they arise, and visit the Institute of Practitioners in Advertising (IPA) website. This includes a factfile of agencies that recruit.
Conference and events management

Everything from international trade exhibitions to academic and business conferences, book fairs, corporate events and beer festivals are part of this growing industry. Graduate training is rare, but organisations want results-oriented graduates willing to work in a fast-paced, people-intensive and high-pressured environment. Conference and events managers (or producers) research markets to identify new business, co-ordinate sponsorship and marketing, produce programmes, recruit speakers and manage events on-site. They need to be excellent planners and time-managers, outgoing and persuasive, with business acumen, writing
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skills and inexhaustible energy. Waiting for others to make decisions is a downside, so a high frustration tolerance level is useful. Most graduates start as events administrators or co-ordinators. Open Mobile Media Ltd, the Anna Freud Centre and the Biochemical Society are examples of employers who have recently advertised. Another way in is first to acquire experience of particular sectors (finance, IT, education etc). Work experience is scarce (May Ball organisation is one way to find out if the career is for you). Languages count, and opportunities to travel increase as you gain experience. www.aeo.org Association of Event Organisers.
and national and regional arts organisations. The sector attracts those with strong interests in promoting and widening access to the arts, who want to work with artists, but dont themselves wish to be performers. Jobs range from fundraising to marketing venues, performances and events, designing community arts education programmes, organising projects and managing buildings and staff.
Performing arts
If you spend all your spare time in Cambridge acting, directing, singing, dancing, playing the trumpet or juggling, you may be considering a career as a performer. Many Cambridge graduates have done so and succeeded (around a dozen graduates each year become actors or professional musicians on leaving Cambridge). The recipe for surviving recurrent bouts of insecurity, unemployment and financial hardship is stamina, talent, sustained enthusiasm and a determination to take charge of your own career. Plan ahead and start early. Postgraduate or vocational training will almost always increase your chances of success, but funding is scarce. You may need to earn money before you start a course. Look for accredited courses good starting points for drama and dance are the National Council for Drama Training: www.ncdt.co.uk and the Council for Dance Education and Training: www.cdet.org.uk and for music the British and International Music Yearbook and Music Education Yearbook, published by Rhinegold Publishing: www.rhinegold.co.uk Network as widely as possible (its easy to forget that the Cambridge scene does not reflect the arts world outside). Contact Cambridge graduates on GradLink and ask about their experience of finding jobs and working in the arts. Its essential to be proactive few vacancies are openly advertised. Many performers find it necessary to develop portfolio careers, combining
There are more jobs connected to the theatre than producing, acting, directing etc. I found my way into a marketing agency for the entertainment industry through temping there. I work with creative people who are passionate about theatre on every level, and the job is structured and has a career path.
Geography graduate
performance with activities ranging from teaching, festival administration, community arts projects, scriptwriting and reviewing to working as TV and film extras or freelance proofreaders.
Advertising and communications
Career Sector: Advertising and Marketing Communications www.careers.cam.ac.uk/ sectors/communications Business and Management Event including Advertising and Marketing Communications: Michaelmas Employer sector guide: Advertising and Marketing Communications Books: Hollis invaluable directory of PR agencies; Vault Guide to Marketing and Brand Management; The Marketing Managers Yearbook; Vault Guide to Advertising Journals: Campaign; Media Week; PR Week GradLink targetjobs.co.uk/advertisingandpr
Heritage work (including museums)

Heritage sites encompass landscapes, ancient monuments, historic buildings, industrial archaeology and museums. Often operating within commercial constraints, heritage managers have to balance preserving the character of sites with promoting them appropriately. They may market them as educational resources, visitor attractions, venues for private functions or film sets. The range of work is huge. Specialist roles include curator, archaeologist, archivist, art historian, education officer, interpretation officer, publications officer, exhibition designer, restorer, conservator, ecologist, architect. Most posts are hotly competed for and many at graduate level require a higher degree or vocational qualification as well as prior relevant experience. They often entail both project and people management. There is a shortage of science applicants. Unpaid experience has always been readily available, but this is becoming somewhat less easy to obtain as the recession has increased the number of people available who are competing for such opportunities. Cambridge museums usually have volunteering roles available (details of local museums are in the Arts and Heritage Careers sector site at www.careers.cam.ac.uk) or try a museum near your home there are over 2,500 museums in the UK and they depend heavily on volunteers. Entry as a new first-degree graduate is mostly available at admin assistant level, maybe in marketing or fundraising, and even there many applicants have PhDs.
ARTS AND HERITAGE

Arts management Performing arts Heritage work (including museums) Galleries and auction houses
Arts management
Arts organisations include theatres, cinemas, galleries, arts centres, touring companies, orchestras, artists agencies,
During my PhD I set up and ran a national festival of women writers.Then I took a break from Cambridge before working as public relations officer for Kettles Yard art gallery. Now Im an arts development officer (literature) with Arts Council England, working closely with local authorities and arts organisations to develop strategies for arts policy and investment in Norfolk.
English graduate
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Progression usually requires a further vocational or academic course. Vocational postgraduate courses (MA in museum studies) normally require evidence of your commitment (voluntary experience). Some funding is available for some courses and most have part-time options. Experience in other professions can be a route in, e.g. from teaching to heritage interpretation, from charity fundraising to museum sponsorship management. Consider joining a profession that serves the heritage industry e.g. law, accountancy, marketing, IT and having heritage clients, possibly moving into a heritage organisation as a second career. Dont miss the annual Working in Arts and Heritage Management careers evening (November), an essential starting point and contacts opportunity (reports and podcasts available on the sector site at www.careers.cam.ac.uk).
at junior levels. This is an area where GradLink can be an invaluable resource.
Arts and heritage
offer opportunities in economic consulting, whether at the macro level (urban regeneration, regional economic development) or micro (competition policy, pricing, regulation).
Career Sector: Arts & Heritage www.careers.cam.ac.uk/ sectors/artsheritage Careers Evening: Michaelmas Arts and Heritage Books: British Music Yearbook; British Performing Arts Yearbook; An Actors Guide to Getting Work Journals: Museums Journal; Arts Professional Newsletter (online); The Stage; Classical Music; Early Music Today GradLink: help in securing the essential voluntary experience
Economics
Career Sector: Economics www.careers.cam.ac.uk/ sectors/economics Careers in Economics Event: Michaelmas Books: Careers in Financial Markets (eFinancial Careers), TARGETjobs City & Finance Journals: The Economist; Financial Times; Financial News targetjobs.co.uk
ECONOMICS
Many economics graduates use their general skills and aptitudes out in the marketplace, moving into banking, strategy consulting, accountancy, manufacturing industry and so on. But what are your options if you want to be an economist? First, think about what kind of economics interests you public finance, regeneration and econometrics are just a few examples. Also consider using your dissertation to explore a specific area and to see whether youd enjoy spending more time on it. Then research the different types of employers and their vacancies, starting with the economics sector of our website. Within the public sector, national governments, central banks and international bodies like the World Bank and IMF recruit economists to research and write briefs, and to oversee policy changes. Many may require you to have a higher degree, a few may sponsor you through further study. Dont forget the think-tanks doing social and political research some are quite economics focused. Finally, the private sector can
EDUCATION SECTOR
Academia Teaching UK Teacher training routes Teaching outside the UK (TEFL) Education-related jobs Rarely free from media attention, and constantly facing change from the impact of government initiatives to improve quality, change funding methods and make institutions more accountable, this sector offers its own AZ of careers: from higher education researchers and lecturers to nursery teachers; careers advisers to teachers of English as a foreign language; educational administrators to museum education officers and sports instructors.
Galleries and auction houses

These are principally commercial enterprises. Their business is selling. They are dependent on the economy, and job availability tends to fluctuate with international financial markets. As with all selling, people skills are vital, especially in auction houses and galleries that are dealerships, competing to acquire objects to sell. Research and writing skills are needed for the production of the vital catalogue entries, which will attract buyers. Languages relevant to your specialist interest (especially hard ones) can help, as can highly specialised knowledge e.g. of 19th-century book bindings, early-20th-century seaside postcards, military medals... The major auction houses expect graduates to start as volunteers, and usually run intern schemes, which fill up fast (see sector site). A higher degree or further study geared to the business is often a requirement even for this level. Pay is low
Academia
The best reason for embarking on this route is a love of, and aptitude for, your subject but is that enough? Whether your first degree is in arts or social science, science or technology, you will need a PhD and, increasingly, you may need a Masters degree before you can get started on your doctorate. Finding funding may be your first hurdle, particularly in non-scientific fields. And a realistic understanding of the work, the job opportunities and the lifestyle is crucial. If clear promotion prospects, an attractive salary and long holidays are important to you then it may be wise to think again.
Apart from unrivalled variety and opportunities, the Civil Service also offers economists the chance (and often funding) to do further study full or part time, depending on the department. Im really enjoying studying part time for an economics MSc, particularly when I can apply the theory I learn in the evenings to my work the next day.There arent that many jobs you could say that about!
Economics graduate
Contact GradLink on www.careers.cam.ac.uk: Cambridge graduates give you feedback on work and further study.
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In many fields, the going gets pretty tough after the PhD a series of short-term contracts may be the inevitable next move, but even finding those can be daunting in the arts, social sciences and humanities. Are you good enough? Academic careers are highly competitive and in arts subjects anything less than a first class degree may render your prospects negligible. That said, there are opportunities for those who are bright, determined, resourceful and passionate enough about their subject. Talk to as many academics as possible to get a balanced overview of prospects in your field. To be well informed, compare alternatives by talking to a Careers Adviser. This will also help you to be aware of escape routes should your plans need revising. See also Postgraduate study and training (page 22). www.jobs.ac.uk Jobs in research, lecturing, and academic-related professions.
Teaching UK
Teaching is a challenging front-line job. Teachers and lecturers in schools and colleges are on show to their pupils every day, maintaining enthusiasm and consistency while coping with long hours, a rising tide of administration, education directives and behaviour problems in the classroom. If you are considering teaching, its essential to visit schools and colleges, talk to teachers and, if possible, help out in schools. The Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA) runs taster courses and an open schools programme. If you are exploring both teaching and commercial sector jobs, consider the Teach First scheme. This gives you a salary, two years teaching experience in a challenging London, North West or Midlands school, a teaching qualification, plus business and leadership training. www.tda.gov.uk Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA). www.teachfirst.org.uk Teach First.
All applications are through the Graduate Teacher Training Registry (GTTR) from September of the year preceding entry. There is no closing date for applications for the secondary age range, but for primary the closing date is 1 December. This is also the unofficial target date for competitive secondary subjects e.g. History/English. Practical teaching experience is a major part of the course (about two thirds of your time is spent in school). In England, from September 2010 primary postgraduate courses attract a tax-free bursary of 4,000. Trainees in secondary shortage subjects: physics, chemistry, engineering, design and technology, ICT, manufacturing, maths and some diploma subjects will receive a bursary of 9,000. Trainees in other subjects will receive either 6,000 or 4,000 depending on their subject. There are separate arrangements for EU students (see direct.gov.uk/studentfinance). Entrants to PGCE courses are liable for variable university tuition fees. However, you may be eligible to apply for a non-means-tested loan and an additional non-repayable mean-tested maintenance grant. Golden hellos are also available for some subjects. Starting salaries for teachers compare favourably with other sectors. Currently, a newly qualified teacher can earn 21,102 a year (26,000 in inner London). You can teach in independent schools, sixth-form colleges or technology colleges without a PGCE, but may find yourself at a disadvantage when competing for jobs. Go to www.tda.gov.uk for a full breakdown of bursaries by subject and further financial details. www.gttr.ac.uk Graduate Teacher Training Registry (GTTR). www.teachernet.gov.uk
National Curriculum Key Stages Foundation stage ages 35 KS 1 ages 57 years 12 KS 2 ages 711 years 36 KS 3 ages 1114 years 79 KS 4 ages 1416 years 1011
Thinking of teaching? Do it.The most rewarding part comes from working with children. But first, get yourself into a school and observe or help out.Too many people think they want to teach but havent been in a classroom since they left school.
Maths graduate
Teaching outside the UK (TEFL)

Trained teachers can apply to teach their subjects in schools overseas through the British Council, for example, or the European Council of International Schools (ECIS) www.ecis.org. But most graduates who teach abroad do so as Teachers of English as a Foreign Language. TEFL is a popular option for graduates who want to spend one or two years outside the UK and there are opportunities across the world. Demand remains high in South East Asia and parts of Eastern Europe. The fourweek Cambridge CELTA certificate is the most widely recognised TEFL qualification and is offered by centres in over 50 countries. It costs around 1,100 and rarely attracts grants. Unqualified applicants can still find TEFL jobs, but may find this difficult, especially in Europe. Some schemes allow you to teach overseas without a TEFL qualification: best known are the Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme (JET) www.jetprogramme.org, and schemes run by the cultural exchange organisation IST Plus to teach in China and Thailand. TEFL is a demanding job (and you do need a grasp of English grammar) dont see it just as a way to spend time abroad. Check job offers and employing organisations very carefully terms and conditions of work can vary from excellent to appalling.
Teacher training routes

To teach in a state- or grant-maintained school in the UK, you will need a PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education) or, in Scotland, a PGDE (Professional Graduate Diploma in Education). The PGCE is offered through one-year, full-time (and some part-time), flexible courses and by employment-based routes. The latter include the School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) and the Graduate Teacher Programme (GTP) for those over age 24.
I heard a teacher complaining that Chinese people made no effort to speak English to him and he couldnt communicate. I mean, hello? Whose country are you in?! Actually this is a very important point. Its well worth making a start on the language as soon as you arrive (anywhere, not just China).You earn tremendous respect from the Chinese if you get anywhere at all with the language because so many foreigners come here and dont even bother trying to learn it.
MML graduate, TEFL teacher in Beijing
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Education-related jobs
Teachers wanting a change from the classroom but to remain in education more broadly can move into all kinds of jobs, from private tuition, teacher training, outdoor pursuits centres, health education and curriculum development, to examination boards or government bodies (e.g. Ofsted), or local education authority administration. Many education-related jobs do not require a teaching background. Examples are university and further education administrator, HE alumni and development officer, youth worker, careers adviser, adult guidance officer, and educational tour operator.
Engineers will need to develop profiles of competence and professional activity to prepare for registration. www.engc.org.uk Engineering Council UK. www.etechb.co.uk The Engineering and Technology Board.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND CONSERVATION WORK

The organisations Training With such a broad topic you need to narrow down the range of possibilities by focusing on issues and work styles that interest you. Are you an outdoor type? Do you want a hands-on scientific or technical involvement? Are you keen to contribute to policy-making or public awareness? Do global rather than local issues interest you?
Engineering and technology
Education sector
Career Sector: Teaching www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/teaching Teaching Event: Michaelmas Teaching in Japan (JET) Careers Evening: Michaelmas Booklet: Applying for Teacher Training; Getting a Teaching Job Books: inc. Education Yearbook; International Schools Directory; Teaching English Abroad Journals: TARGETcourses Teaching; Times Educational (and Higher Educational) Supplements Stuart House Library green occupational files: Teaching, red file: Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO) www.education.gov.uk (Department for Education) postgradireland.com Further education programmes in Ireland targetjobs.co.uk/teaching
Career Sector: Engineering and construction www.careers.cam.ac.uk/ sectors/engineering Science, Engineering and Technology Event: Michaelmas CUES Careers and Placements Fair: Michaelmas Cam Connect Event: Lent. Local employers including technology-based companies Journals: inc.TARGETjobs Engineering; Inside Careers Engineering & Technology www.cibse.org (Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers) www.engc.org.uk ( The Engineering Council) www.ice.org.uk (Institution of Civil Engineers) www.engineeringuk.com (Engineering UK) www.imechE.org (Institution of Mechanical Engineers) www.icheme.org (Institution of Chemical Engineers) www.ciwem.org (The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management) www.raeng.org.uk (Royal Academy of Engineering) www.semta.org.uk (Sector Skills Council for Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies)
The organisations
Career opportunities exist with many types of organisations, from governmental and statutory bodies (e.g. Environment Agency; Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs; Natural England; Research Councils; The European Commission) and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) such as Greenpeace; The National Trust and the WWF, to small pressure groups and charities, for example City Farms and the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers (BTCV). Increasingly, organisations work in partnerships. A local authority may join forces with a multinational business and a charity to tackle a major project. To increase your options, be prepared to work with a variety of organisations whose approaches may not map exactly onto your own. Environmental work also happens in industries where penalties, costs and corporate conscience (aka customer pressure) encourage the traditional polluters to adopt a greener approach. The concept of corporate social responsibility (CSR) is here to stay. Besides exploration and extraction activities of interest to engineers and geologists, a few of the larger chemical, petrochemical, manufacturing and process companies may recruit ecologists and environmentalists, but most prefer to grow their own in-house, and many still use outside consultancy firms to monitor, evaluate and make recommendations to green their processes. The utilities industries power, water, waste etc represent a way of contributing to the improvement of infrastructures, and opportunities are increasing in the renewables sector. Environmental consultancies usually look for a minimum of two years professional
ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

A degree in engineering is the obvious starting point for a career as a professional engineer. It also provides a very useful entry into many other careers. Although engineering consultancy, research and development, technical, industry and defence are key employment sectors, engineers also work in commercial, management and consulting roles in a wide variety of organisations. After the MEng those aiming to become Chartered Engineers CEng, the highest level in the profession develop their professional competence usually through an accredited employers training scheme.
You wont get any workinthe-fielduntil you have had some experiencein-the-field. There are organisations out there designedto give you your break. Make the most of the Cambridge network.Dont worry about being unorthodox in your approach and be prepared to take gambles.Build your network of contacts,use your initiative,put in the leg-work. When you do get opportunities,see them through and put in the effort the conservation community is surprisingly small and people do talk...
MPhil graduate
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work experience, and if the work is overseas youll need a track record of at least five years. It is possible to do work related to the environment as a lawyer, town planner, architect, journalist, public relations consultant and even in Customs and Excise (monitoring the tax being paid on waste dumped at landfill sites). Large finance firms may carry out a green audit for their clients, identifying ways to clean up the production process.
If you want to train as an accountant, keep with it. It WILL have dull times but you do get a great qualification at the end and make loads of friends along the way. And remember what a valuable insight into the world of business you are gaining.
Geography graduate
levels of numeracy, strong communication skills, a commitment to study for professional qualifications and stamina for a very demanding lifestyle. In return, they pay above average salaries and demand a highly developed work ethic. Much activity is centred in London, but provincial towns and cities have their share, especially of accountancy and tax work, and some cities are particularly strong in financial specialisms (e.g. Edinburgh, for insurance, investment and actuarial work). Vacancies frequently appear throughout the year on Vacancies & Opportunities with the larger, well-established employers recruiting earlier in the academic year and smaller, less wellknown organisations appearing later. Depending on the state of the economy, it is wise to hedge your own risk and spread a variety of applications to different sized firms in two or more sectors.
you still gain exactly the same qualification. The Institute of Chartered Accountants England and Wales website lists current vacancies across the UK for all firms: www.icaew.com. Although most Cambridge graduates embark on the Chartered Accountancy qualification, do look at the three other main professional qualifications, summarised as follows.
Training
You will almost certainly need a postgraduate qualification at some point a Masters is usually broader and often more marketable than a PhD, giving you the option to continue research later. Hands-on experience is a must and not always easy to get, so the first few years can be tough and impecunious. Persistence, a good eye for an opportunity and an open mind about who you are prepared to work for can lead to a wide range of worthwhile directions.
My jobs have included valuing companies for likely merger and acquisition, research on European development, the mortgage market, statutory valuations and product design.
Maths and physics graduate working as an actuary
Environmental and conservation work
The Certified Accountancy (ACCA) qualification has a strong reputation in the insurance and financial services sector and with smaller firms of chartered accountants and is recognised worldwide. The CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) qualification has a different emphasis, concentrating more on the financial management of a business. It is offered within a large number of industrial, commercial and manufacturing organisations. Total vacancy numbers are large but are spread among many employers so each has only a relatively small number of vacancies a year. The CIPFA (Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy) qualification is offered largely in the public sector, local and national government, and the health industry but also in the larger financial services firms who deal with clients in the public sector.
Career Sector: For-More-Than-Profit www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/fmtp Environmental and Conservation Work Briefing A Beginners Guide: Michaelmas (Podcast) Work to Change the World: Lent CLICK emails: For-more-than-profit Books: Conservation Directory; Environmental Careers; The Sustainable Careers Handbook; The ENDS Directory; Careers & Courses in Sustainable Technologies. targetjobs.co.uk/environment
Accountancy
Around 150 Cambridge students enter accountancy training each year. Most firms are relatively immune from the economic woes of other finance areas all businesses require statutory audits and many firms are heavily involved in corporate recovery, insolvency and administration work, staffed by more graduate recruits. Accountancy offers relative stability, variety, a decent salary and a well-recognised professional qualification. Most join a large firm in London and study for the Chartered Accountancy qualification (ACA) on a three-year training contract. The large firms, known as the big 4, have a strong and regular presence at Cambridge, attending our careers events and running their own sessions and presentations. In addition to the big 4, look at the medium-sized and smaller firms who struggle to be seen and heard at Cambridge. Their details appear on our Accountancy sector site and Vacancies & Opportunities. You may find you prefer what they offer and, although the lifestyle and salary will differ from the larger firm,
FINANCE
Accountancy Actuarial work Banking The City Insurance Taxation Although the first and hardest hit by the current recession, opportunities can still be found across a wide range of possibilities. Accountancy, actuarial work, ship-broking, banking, building societies, regulatory bodies, derivatives trading, hedge funds, corporate finance, insurance, risk management, tax work and venture capital are just a few examples. All require good
Actuarial work
Actuaries make financial sense of the future by combining financial modelling and other mathematical techniques with their legal and financial knowledge. They work in complex and technical areas relating to insurance, assurance, pensions, investment management and other products involving financial risk. The profession is well respected and small (there are about 9,000 qualified actuaries in the UK). Qualification involves a series of tough professional exams, which can take several years to pass. Actuarial consultancies, insurance and
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assurance companies, major one-stop-shop financial services firms, and the Government Actuarial Service all attract Cambridge graduates. Trainee actuaries need a good numerate background, and the most popular degree disciplines among the Cambridge students who entered this profession last year were maths, physics or economics the minimum mathematical entry requirement is A-level maths. Recruiters look for a combination of technical and mathematical knowledge with a consultancy skill set: good interpersonal skills to deal with clients and their employees; good analytical and problem-solving skills; writing and presenting skills and teamworking ability. When selecting firms, consider the quality of training offered, the support given to trainees in tackling the very demanding professional exams and the range of work and clients involved, as well as the overall strategy and direction of the firm.
corporate restructuring advice. Finally there are the high street banks and those institutions offering mortgages that provide both corporate services, but more usually, retail banking for the public. Cambridge graduates profited considerably from the growth of the whole sector during recent years, especially in trading and developing new debt products. The onset of the recession, the collapse of many major organisations in the sector and the likelihood of more extensive government regulation and control by the Bank of England and the FSA has now significantly and probably irrevocably altered the employment landscape for students looking to enter into a banking career. However, the investment banking sector continues to be a popular destination among Cambridge students and the competition between them is likely to be fierce. Only the strongest and best prepared candidates will now stand a realistic chance of succeeding. Securing a successful internship as a pre-finalist is of significant importance. In addition an applicant should continue to build the strength of their CV with extra-curricular activities; join relevant societies and participate actively; read the financial business press or consult news websites; attend presentations and skills events, and in particular the Banking and Finance Event, organised by the Careers Service, and use GradLink to contact Cambridge alumni within firms to get the latest advice and guidance to strengthen an application still further. And for nearly all deadlines the advice tends to be ... apply early.
key hub. However, in terms of graduate employment opportunities this has, to some extent, been offset by the longer term development of increasing numbers of one-off graduate opportunities being offered in specialist services providers such as risk consulting, regulatory and control operations in financial organisations and strategic modelling and forecasting analytical roles.
Insurance
The UK insurance industry undergoes constant change with mergers and acquisitions, new products and ideas, but it still leads the world. In a very diverse industry, you could be in any one of the UKs major cities, working in some of the UKs largest organisations or for a small team of a dozen underwriters at Lloyds. Your clients could range from members of the public to huge commercial concerns. Insurance offers a stable, well-paid career with ample opportunities to move on and up. A variety of graduate schemes are offered, most leading to a professional qualification. Vacancies are regularly posted on Vacancies & Opportunities and the larger firms attend our careers events. Check the Lloyds Market Association website www.graduatesatlloyds.com for a description of the Lloyds insurance market and listings of graduate vacancies that occur throughout the year. The industrys professional body, the Chartered Insurance Institute, has a useful careers website: www.discoverrisk.co.uk, which lists many different vacancies in a variety of roles in large and small companies throughout the UK.
Banking
Traditionally the banking sector covers the global investment banks that provide a broad range of financial services to their clients but essentially raising corporate finance and/or trading in the capital markets. There are specialist and sometimes quite large firms specialising in specific areas of finance such as asset management, hedge funds, private banking to high-net-worth individuals, venture capital, private equity, and risk and
Its important to have an idea of which aspect of investment banking appeals to you and why. Corporate Finance and Capital Markets are high-profile entry routes for graduates, but other areas have grown in prominence recently: private banking, complex derivatives or structured debt products. Also theback officeroles in regulatory and compliance now take in significant numbers of graduates in entry-level positions.
Economics graduate
The City
About 25 per cent of students who go on to employed opportunities after they graduate find work in the City of London, joining a daily working population of over 300,000. Six employment fields dominate: law firms; banking of all kinds, but for the most part global investment banks, overseas banks and the Bank of England itself; insurance, employing both brokers and underwriters; firms of (mainly) chartered accountants; strategic management consultants; and commodity traders who deal in everything from coffee beans to electricity. All these sectors have been affected by the recessionary pressures felt within the global economy, of which London is a
Taxation
Careers in taxation can either be with those who collect tax (as a tax inspector with HM Revenue and Customs) or with those who advise the people who pay it (as a tax adviser in financial services firms, lawyers, banks or any large company). Either route offers professional qualifications with the Chartered Institute of Taxation and it is not uncommon for people to swap sides during their career. Taxation work usually involves dealing with, and advising, senior management in client organisations. The work is very knowledge based and, as legislation is
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continually changing, continuous professional development is crucial. Key skills include problem solving, numerical ability and good people skills, especially negotiation and communication. www.taxworking.org describes the variety of opportunities in tax, the eight relevant professional bodies and lists many recruiters with opportunities in tax work.
Finance
I started off working with a local NGO in the slums [of Delhi], which provided me with invaluable experience.While I was working there, I kept sending off my CV to the UN, offering my services for just about anything. I sent it by post, fax, went in personally, and phoned persistently. I didnt really know with which branch of the UN I wanted to be involved. I was rejected many times, and seemed to arrive at a blank consistently. Just as I was on the verge of giving up, after about four months, a friend of mine mentioned that he knew someone who worked for UNDP, and that I should get in touch with him. As soon as I had the name of someone to recommend me all the doors opened.
Alice Fay
Career Sectors: Financial Services, Financial Management and Property Careers; Banking; Careers for Scientists and Mathematicians www.careers.cam.ac.uk Banking and Finance Event: Michaelmas Careers for Mathematicians Event: Michaelmas Insight into Professional Services Event: Lent Accountancy Briefings: Michaelmas/Lent Books and journals: TARGETjobs City & Finance; Careers in Financial Markets (eFinancial Careers); Inside Careers Guides; 10 key Vault titles including Vault Guide to Finance Interviews and Vault Guide to Top Finance Firms www.accaglobal.com (ACCA) www.cii.co.uk (Chartered Insurance Institute) www.cimaglobal.com (CIMA ) www.fsa.gov.uk (Financial Services Authority) www.icaew.co.uk (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales) www.icas.org.uk (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland) www.ifslearning.com (ifs School of Finance) targetjobsfinance.co.uk
something a bit different from packaged recruitment schemes. Its easier to move from the more traditional career options across to unusual or more value-driven settings than to do the reverse. Many graduates are happy to trade off the obvious rewards of higher salaries, better job security and professional training for the opportunity to work immediately on social, community or environmental issues. Placements and internships in business organisations should pay the minimum wage. Charities and NGOs are exempt but may opt to do so.
Social and political research

The phrase social and political research covers a range of activities in the areas of politics, policy influencing and policy making and the research that underpins it. This sort of work is done in many different places government departments, Parliament, universities, think tanks, research institutions, political parties, pressure groups, charities and private-sector consultancies. Without any experience the need to establish credibility may mean starting with voluntary or modestly paid jobs e.g. admin assistant in a pressure group, assistant in an MPs office. This period should not last long or can be done part time. If you know you are interested in policy research, you can use your time at Cambridge to get relevant experience e.g. through an internship or develop an area of interest through extra-curricular activities. Its not necessary to belong to a political party (if its political work that interests you) but it
Not-for-profit organisations
Many graduates are attracted to working for organisations with primarily humanitarian, environmental or social objectives. These could be charities, nongovernmental, public sector or lobbying organisations the charity sector alone shows an enormous range of interests and focus in the UK and overseas, and a wide spectrum from Oxfam (international development) and Centre 33 (advice for teenagers), to Froglife conservation and the RSPCA (animal welfare). Some organisations depend largely on unpaid staff (though expenses are often possible); others have large numbers of paid employees, but look for people with experience, or those willing to gain skills initially through volunteering. You must demonstrate involvement to get a paid job, and sometimes volunteers receive training, which helps in job applications. Graduates who first acquire skills and experience in more commercial environments, e.g. in marketing or finance, are more marketable in this sector.
FOR-MORE-THAN-PROFIT
Not-for-profit organisations Social and political research Businesses with a difference International development work Work to Change the World See also Public service and page 98 Looking for worthwhile alternatives to the corporate sector? What do these alternatives mean to you? Conventional work in an unconventional setting or, less common, unconventional work in a conventional setting? You may be looking for a different kind of work or lifestyle or perhaps a way of implementing your principles or interests, or simply want
For a public affairs job, political understanding comes in very useful for lobbying strategy and monitoring. Id worked at an online political news agency, analysing proceedings in Westminster, Holyrood and Cardiff. Equally, if youve worked for an MP, a council or your local political party, youre in a very good position. Media experience is also useful as public affairs involves media relations and reputation management.
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can help. Few organisations that employ researchers demand specific qualifications or degree subjects although social sciences are preferred but those that employ professional social researchers in number do usually look for a masters in social research methods.
technician or an HIV/AIDS specialist to help alleviate poverty. International development organisations need fundraisers, campaigning experts, researchers, web designers, accountants etc. For any career in the international development field you will need: Passion (What makes you angry? What do you want to change?). Overseas experience (been there and seen it for yourself). If you havent yet spent time in a developing country you might be better trying to do this first rather than going straight into further study. People often say they benefit more from studying once they can put it into context. And many employers in this sector value overseas experience more than a Masters or a PhD. Your first experiences overseas are likely to be in a voluntary capacity. Professional experience. For an internship this might be something as basic as office skills gained from a summer of temping. Commercial marketing or journalistic skills are well used in the marketing and fundraising teams of charities. If you want to be a practitioner (the water engineer or the HIV/AIDs specialist) then you will need to bring advanced professional skills. Its for this reason that many people transfer into international development later in life, having already had a successful career in another sector. Initiative. Because there is no set career path you can have fun using your creativity to get into the sector. Volunteering for an organisation you would like to work for will give you valuable experience and, if you impress them, can often lead to a job. Another tried and tested way is to
Businesses with a difference

Many organisations that dont fit charitable, public sector or not-for-profit categories may offer an attractive alternative to the high-profile and structured commercial career path. Social enterprises, currently very high-profile, fair-trade companies, international development consultancies, design co-operatives and renewable energy firms all need to run profitable businesses. A high-tech start-up company might build a business based on flexible and familyfriendly working practices, or select only ethical clients or projects. Often keen to attract innovative graduates, they can promote themselves as a business with a difference. Look carefully for what sets organisations apart from their conventional competitors, e.g. ethical responsibility, social regeneration, environmental concerns. Their jobs may focus on rewards beyond profit like individual fulfilment, challenge and a real fit between the organisation and the individual.
I would strongly recommend a bit of experience as a nursing assistant if you can find the time. It gave me much more to talk about from my own experience and, as it is seen as being rather unpleasant work, there are few things that can convince them better that you want to study medicine.
Anglo-Saxon, Norse and Celtic graduate now on a five-year medicine course
apply for the less exciting looking jobs (rather than just the internships, which are often oversubscribed). Look at the non-graduate jobs data entry, admin, helpdesk. Doing a job like this for a short period is a golden opportunity to learn about the issues (and the career options) in the sector, gain access to internally advertised vacancies and get paid!
Work to Change the World

This Careers Service event is the best way to explore work for more than profit and is not a straightforward jobs or careers fair. Students often fix up internships or find jobs outside the scope of traditional graduate recruiters in a buzzy, informal atmosphere. Most of the 80+ organisations dont recruit large numbers of people annually, but come to tell you about how to get in, and how to get on, in less conventional fields of work. From international development to new technologies, business with a difference (anything from start-up ventures to Fair Trade), policy work, complementary health and environmental work ... talks, stands and literature across a very wide range of topics. The coverage is different every year so its unmissable! Use it creatively. Be prepared to browse for ideas, network for contacts and haggle to get work experience. Follow our website links to see the organisations that came to previous Work to Change the World (formerly The Works) events and to find out about this years event (Lent term).
International development work

While other fields of employment have clear routes, this does not. Its important to find out about what the career options are, what you feel you would like to do and be realistic about what you as a new graduate can actually expect to do. Remember, you dont have to be a water
I have recently been offered a position with a healthcare marketing company, on their graduate recruitment scheme.The Works (now entitled Work to change the World) is a success, yet again! I am really pleased as I feel I can combine my economics with my desire to do something that actually helps people! Also, I will not have to completely abandon my interest in charity work, as [they are] hoping to set up some sort of charity-giving committee and they are interested in having me on that, which is good!
Economics graduate
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Nursing and midwifery

Shortened courses for graduates funded by the NHS provide training in four main branches of nursing: adult, child, mental health and learning disability. The specialism in which you train influences where you work but, as well as hospitals and GP practices, you may work in education and industry.
Healthcare
International Development Work A Beginners Guide Briefing: Michaelmas Work to Change the World: Lent Social Policy and Political Research Careers evening: Lent Books: Working in Development; Charities Digest Sector Guide: International Development Work A Beginners Guide www.charityjob.co.uk targetjobs.co.uk/charitynotforprofit
CLICK emails: For-More-Than-Profit (Health-related); Postgraduate Study www.bps.org.uk (British Psychological Society) www.nhscareers.nhs.uk (National Health Service careers) targetjobs.co.uk/healthcare
Careers in psychology
Except for counselling and psychotherapy, a first degree in psychology, or a graduate conversion qualification, leading to Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership accreditation by the British Psychological Society (BPS), is essential for vocational training. All fields require experience before training. Funding is negligible except for clinical and educational. Many professional psychologists register with the BPS as chartered psychologists, after completing training and supervised experience. A clinical psychologist engages in the assessment and treatment of patients, mainly in healthcare settings, and conducts research in mental-health-related and physical illness. The three-year postgraduate training is funded by the NHS selection is rigorous. Educational psychologists apply psychology to the learning difficulties of children and young people and advise parents, teachers and schools. Training is now a three-year funded integrated programme. Forensic psychologists (prison and probation services) work on criminological and legal issues including the assessment and treatment of offenders. Health psychologists use behavioural understanding to improve the standard of health in the general population. Occupational psychologists apply psychology to people at work and to organisations, including selection and assessment, training, work design and organisational change. New and developing areas of psychology include sports and environmental psychology. Training opportunities now exist for graduate mental health workers in primary care (PCGMHWs)
HOSPITALITY, SPORT AND LEISURE

Traditionally this is a sector attracting non-graduates and students from vocational courses such as hotel management, catering, leisure and sports management. However, some large hotel chains, pubs and food service management (contract catering) companies do run graduate management development programmes e.g. Hilton Hotels www.hilton-elevator.com, InterContinental Hotels Group www.ihgplc.com/careers, Mitchells and Butlers www.mbplc-graduates.com and www.marriott.com/careers The sport and leisure sector is a high growth area and includes health and fitness (e.g. sports and leisure centre management), cinema/theatre and casinos/gaming. Gambling is the largest out-of-home entertainment sector. Betfair www.betfairpromo.com/gradjobs/ and Ladbrokes www.ladbrokes.com/ jobs/students.php run graduate training schemes. A growth in the health and fitness industry has led to a number of new occupations such as personal/fitness trainer and sports development officer. The 2012 London Olympic Games is likely to raise the profile of this sector even further. Most jobs in this sector are people oriented and focused on customer service. Relevant experience in the leisure industry (holiday jobs count) is looked for, plus strong communication skills (high-quality service in key customer-facing roles is vital to a companys success) and ability, if not experience, in promotion and marketing.
HEALTHCARE
Medicine, dentistry and veterinary medicine Nursing and midwifery Careers in psychology Job prospects fluctuate across these professions, so check carefully. Selfemployment is often an attractive option. Healthcare offers a wide range of options from patient interventions to scientific or related research (usually involving further postgraduate training and finance) to the management, organisation and delivery of health services or formulation of policy. Scientific and clinical research will entail postgraduate training to at least Masters, but more likely to PhD level. Looking for healthcare-related management, finance, information systems, policy, human resources and patient services? Explore graduate training schemes or internships with healthcare providers for entry-level opportunities.
Medicine, dentistry and veterinary medicine

Medicine provides either four-year fasttrack schemes (competitive to get onto) or conventional five-year courses. Graduate entrants tend to be highly motivated, mature in approach and do well. Think hard about the costs in terms of time, training and stamina. Job prospects fluctuate. Graduate entry to medicine is subsidised. Dentistry and veterinary medicine are partially subsidised; a few graduate-entry courses are now available.
I did two internships with IMG a great insight into sports marketing and management.The first was with a documentary production team, the second with the strategic consultancy division, doing internet research on sports and entertainment sponsorship.
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Hospitality, sport and leisure
Whichever route you enter by, progress will almost certainly involve movement between different roles and you will assume general management functions. See also Management (page 52).
Career Sector: Careers in Management, Administration and Services Careers Sector site www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/mgmt Journal: Sport Business www.bha.org.uk (British Hospitality Association) www.instituteofhospitality.org (Institute of Hospitality) www.isrm.co.uk (Institute of Sport and Recreation Management) www.prospects.ac.uk Explore types of jobs www.springboarduk.net Springboard UK promotes careers in hospitality, leisure, travel and tourism, and information on postgraduate courses and companies within the industry targetjobs.co.uk/hospitality www.visitbritain.org (Visit Britain)
I'm part of a team of mathematicians, computer scientists, scientists and engineers who are bringing a blend of advanced maths and pragmatism to the challenge of how do you decide how many bananas you're going to want in a couple of days time.
Maths graduate
products for customers needing anything from a hospital management system to a program to operate a mobile phone. These systems are usually written in a specific programming language against a deadline. Graduates from computer science and numerate disciplines are recruited into the software engineering role and from any discipline into systems analyst roles. IT, internet and telecommunications equipment manufacturers provide IT products to run modern organisations effectively. Companies range from the very small, specialised developer to multinational giants. Graduates from any discipline are recruited into sales, marketing, customer support and management roles, and from engineering and technical disciplines into research and development and manufacturing functions. Most public or private sector organisations that supply products or services use IT and the internet to run essential aspects of their infrastructure, recruiting graduates into IT and support and IT management roles. Recruitment needs and criteria are often very similar to those in software houses but the working environment will differ in many respects. IT consultancies design and develop new systems or manage complete IT operations for clients. They train new analysts and software engineers as associate consultants, recruiting against the same profile as software houses seeking individuals who are comfortable in a commercial environment where they may assume significant responsibility in dealing directly with clients.
INDUSTRY
It is all too easy to take the industrial sector for granted. It includes pharmaceuticals, defence, energy and the production and distribution of foodstuffs. Industry also includes manufacturing of hightechnology products. Competitiveness, globalisation, the shortening of product life cycles, legislation and technological change add to the interesting and demanding challenges faced by future managers. Entry is usually by one of three routes: General traineeships offered by some large companies that cover a variety of roles over two years or so, allowing you to see the whole company before committing yourself to one area. Less frequently, directly into a specific management role, such as personnel, marketing, sales, production planning and control, logistics supply chain, IT or finance, where many jobs are open to graduates in any degree discipline. Technical, research or engineering roles, which usually require a relevant science or engineering degree and are often advertised as specific training programmes that lead to professional qualifications.
Industry
Career Sector: Careers in Management, Administration and Services www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/mgmt Business & Management Event: Michaelmas Books: Vault Guide to the Top 50 Consumer Product Employers www.abpi.org.uk (Careers in the Pharmaceutical Industry) www.cbi.org.uk (Confederation of British Industry) www.bis.gov.uk (Department for Business, Innovation and Skills) www.ft.com (Financial Times)
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT)

The IT industry uses technology to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of almost any business process or activity. A large and diverse range of organisations provide opportunities for graduates to work in IT, ranging from highly technical areas such as software engineering and programming through IT consultancy and further into sales, support and marketing. Different organisations will embrace IT, either as a core part of their business operations or as a service they supply to other businesses, in different ways. Software houses build new, one-off systems or
Working in technical support is fun, challenging and varied. I came with no previous programming experience and have learnt everything that I've needed to know on the job. I started off as a software developer before moving into a technical support role.
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Information technology (IT)
which ones because they then feel confident that you can add others as needed. Mostly, languages in themselves wont get you the job but complementary skills and genuine interest in the job and the employer probably will. Think how you want to use your language ability and research jobs carefully if banking bores you, banking in Spanish will bore you too. Sectors where language skills are sought after include law, management consultancy, finance, engineering, manufacturing, sales and marketing. A growing number of jobs in some of these areas are in customer services. Organisations from newspapers and advertising agencies to NGOs, libraries, arts organisations and wine merchants may also advertise jobs requiring languages. Some examples recently advertised through the Careers Service are: working knowledge of Arabic, Portuguese, Chinese or Spanish for an internship at One World Trust (NGO); Spanish/Polish speaking marketing & strategy consultants for Research Solutions Ltd; French, German, Italian speaking business analysts for ZS Associates a global management consultancy and many others state language skills as an advantage.
Career Sector: IT www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/IT Information Technology Briefing: Michaelmas. Hear about the range of jobs open to graduates of all disciplines Cam Connect Event: Lent. Local employers including technology-based companies Books and Journals: Vault Guide to the Top Tech Employers; TARGETjobs IT; Inside Careers Guide to IT www.bcs.org (The Chartered Institute for IT) www.e-skills.com (E-skills UK) targetjobsit.co.uk
The range of types of interaction with people and of subject matter is enormous. Essential components of both branches are research ability, communication skills, and engagement with clients interests.
LANGUAGES USING THEM

Fluency in one or more languages other than English is an advantage in an increasingly international employment market. But its not easy to discover in advance how much you might be called on to use your languages in a particular job, unless you are a linguist about to become an EU translator, a French and German teacher, or an assistant on the Chinese desk at the BBC Monitoring Service. Your use of languages in a job may vary from an occasional conversation with a client in Munich to being posted to Russia to set up a joint venture business project. Some employers want particular language skills at specific levels, e.g. fluent German; others want evidence of an ability to learn languages without being specific about
I started in Real Estate and was handling seven client files of my own in my first week: taking instructions from the client, doing correspondence, making things happen from leasing a Harrods car-parking space to leasing a central London office. And I got involved in the sale of the Daily Telegraph because the paper owned property, which was part of it.
Law graduate trainee solicitor at international City firm
The recruitment pattern for law differs from that for other professions. Law students aiming to go straight into the profession need to begin research early in their second year, non-law students soon after. Some legal solicitors firms offer information events and even work experience to first years. A one-year conversion course (LPE/GDL) enables graduates of any subject to catch up with law graduates. Intending lawyers then do a barristers or solicitors vocational course, each of which is generally of one-year duration. There are now some variations in course structure/length for solicitors and for both professions there are part-time, longerduration course options. Both professions complete their qualification with a period of on-the-job training (minimum one year for barristers, two years for solicitors). Some scholarships are available for intending barristers, and some funding from employers for intending solicitors, but outside the corporate and commercial sectors, e.g. for human rights specialists, becoming a lawyer can be expensive. To secure training and funding you should aim for a 2.1 or better, and you will need some relevant (ideally legal) work experience, which is readily available. A job at the end of training is not guaranteed. Retention rates are higher for solicitors than barristers. The majority of barristers are selfemployed, whereas solicitors are mainly employed. While six-figure incomes are obtainable at the top of both trees, a barristers income is less predictable and
Languages using them
I visited about a dozen different companies during the interview period, many of them in the consumer goods sector, and it was quite straightforward for me to decide which position to take. This was the only company that approached me to say Are you the one who speaks Russian and Czech?, rather than my having to sell this to them.Their business is still very US-focused but one of their main areas of growth is Europe, and Central and Eastern Europe has been a particularly fast-growing market for them.
MML graduate
Career Sector: Languages Career Sector Guide: Jobs Using Languages GradLink www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/ languages www.cilt.org.uk (CILT The National Centre for Languages)
LAW AND LEGAL SERVICES

Becoming a lawyer Patent work and trade marks
Becoming a lawyer
Human rights groups, oil companies, governments, charities, banks all organisations (and most individuals) at some time need to employ lawyers, who work in sets of barristers chambers, firms of solicitors, and legal departments of organisations. Lawyers advise and represent clients, whether a government restructuring its foreign debt, a company forming a subsidiary, Mr Smith getting custody of his children or Mrs Jones setting up an educational trust for hers.
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regular, especially early on. Many young barristers are hard-up. There is strong competition for the well-rewarded positions, and getting a tenancy (a permanent place in a set of chambers) is very tough. You must be prepared to network, and the Bar is very amenable to this form of career building. There is a wealth of starter information including paid work experience listings on the law sector site at www.careers.cam.ac.uk
Law and legal services
Patent work and trade marks

Individuals or organisations that have made a big investment in research and development do not want competitors exploiting their inventions, be it a new type of vacuum cleaner or a novel gene construct. One way to protect such intellectual property is to patent it. Similarly, distinctive logos, slogans etc need protecting, and this can be done by applying for a trade mark. Graduates or postgraduates in science or engineering can train to become patent agents (also called attorneys) in professional partnerships, or as patent examiners, working in the public sector. A patent agent describes scientific discoveries or technologies; an examiner grants a patent if something novel has been described. Because the description of trade marks need not be technical in nature, graduates from any discipline can train to become trade mark agents. Successful candidates for these professions will need an eye for detail and good writing skills. Additional languages are highly desirable. In the UK, trainees study for their professional qualifications while they are working. Outside the UK, the relevant professional body should be able to advise. Note: patent and trade mark work vacancies on the Careers Service website are categorised as Legal Services. In addition to these professions, a number of solicitors and a few barristers also specialise in the field of intellectual property, for example in IP litigation or work in connection with the sale or licensing of IP rights. www.cipa.org.uk Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys. www.insidecareers.co.uk Patent attorneys; their booklet is available from Stuart House. Listen to podcasts on working in intellectual property.
Career Sector: Law www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/law Patent Work Briefings: Michaelmas Solicitors Event: Michaelmas Barristers Event: Lent Books and Journals: TARGETjobs Law; Pupillages Handbook; Chambers and Partners Student Guide; LEX100; In-house Lawyer; Law Society Gazette; The Lawyer www.barcouncil.org.uk (The Bar Council) www.cipa.org.uk (Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys) www.lawsoc.org.uk (The Law Society of England and Wales) targetjobslaw.co.uk targetjobs.co.uk/patent
will also need to develop the skills to manage budgets and staff. Your key starting point for finding out more is the Careers in Management, Administration and Services sector site at www.careers.cam.ac.uk
Librarianship
Librarians work not only in traditional public or academic libraries, but also in a wide variety of specialist libraries, e.g. music, press-cutting, business, law, prison, and school libraries. Graduates entering the profession generally aim for a Chartered Librarian qualification, normally gained through taking a oneyear full-time, or longer part-time, postgraduate course, followed by practical experience. Most postgraduate library and information course providers require their students to have had a period (up to a year) of library experience before entry. You can get this through holiday jobs, part-time jobs in Cambridge University and college libraries during term time or in a year after graduation. The main professional body is the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP). www.cilip.org.uk Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals.
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION WORK

Librarianship Archive work Information work (information scientists and information managers) The roles of library and information professionals are in many respects similar except for the context in which they operate. In essence, all these professionals are involved in the acquisition, organisation and exploitation of information, working with paper-based, electronic, digital and, increasingly, webbased products and services. What skills do you need? A logical and organised approach to problem solving, attention to detail, intellectual ability, tenacity, and IT skills. Also good communication and people skills (often overlooked) people are inevitably the customers of the services provided. You
Archive work
Archivists deal with information in the no longer active records of organisations or individuals. Often these records are themselves artefacts presenting particular conservation requirements, and are usually unpublished material. The normal route into this profession is a one-year postgraduate archive management course. The main professional body is the Society of Archivists. Typical employers are local authorities (County Record Offices), the Public Record Office, government departments and major record repositories. www.archives.org.uk Society of Archivists.
Id recommend archives to anyone who wants to have a fun and fulfilling career and a life! Job satisfaction is high, job stress is almost unheard of, and Ive yet to meet an archivist who works in a cobwebby basement!
Classics graduate
Information work (information scientists and information managers)

Information professionals can be found in libraries, archives or organisations providing services such as current awareness bulletins, literature searches or
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extracts, or helping fellow professionals introduce new systems. Information professionals are essential to the success of most organisations in the commercial or not-for-profit sectors. Knowledge management (KM) is a relatively new concept, which recognises that knowledge is one of any organisations key assets. KM programmes normally require systems for the acquisition, codification, storage and retrieval of information all activities within the area of expertise of library and information professionals. Effective record management can have a major bearing on the efficiency of an organisation. Posts in record management are available in many sectors to those with first degrees, but postgraduate courses are also available. The professional body is the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP).
youre a sole entrepreneur or in (say) a gang of four you may do it all. As a rule of thumb, the bigger the organisation, the more specialised the roles of managers. Graduate management training schemes and more narrowly defined management roles exist across virtually every sector industry (see separate entry on page 49), manufacturing, retail, not-for-profit, financial services, utility companies (water, gas, electricity), service industries and the public sector. General graduate training schemes can take two to two-and-a-half years, involving three to six months practical placements across departments, theoretical training and intermittent off the job training. After this, you would take on longer term, more complex management jobs, e.g. managing the organisations finances or real estate, or managing quality assurance, information services or information technology. Some organisations recruit directly into more specialised management roles, e.g. human resources, logistics, marketing and sales, purchasing or procurement. For more on these areas, see below. For more on financial management (accountancy) see page 44. www.managers.org.uk Chartered Management Institute.
HR professionals work for all types of employers and specialist opportunities exist in recruitment consultancies and companies providing training services. Graduates entering HR should look for posts with support from an employer to gain graduate member status of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). This status is achieved through a combination of parttime study for professional examinations and related experience and is a key qualification for advancement in the profession. Even the largest graduate recruiters take only one or two graduates annually into HR trainee posts so it is best to apply early and widely. For those not yet in their final year, finding some HR vacation work can make a crucial difference to your later marketability. An alternative (and in many respects preferable) approach to an HR career is to secure a place on a broad-brush management traineeship where one of the rotational placements is in HR. This could lead to later specialisation in HR and to working for the CIPD qualification, but as a manager. www.cipd.co.uk Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
Library and information work
Career Sector: Careers in Management, Administration and Services www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/mgmt Information Work in Libraries and Archives Briefing: Michaelmas Books: CILIP Yearbook; Libraries in the UK and Republic of Ireland
Logistics Human resources

Human resources (HR) work is about helping organisations to have the right numbers of well-motivated, competent people in the right place at the right time, performing at their best. You could be involved, with managers, in setting staffing strategies, resource planning, staff recruitment, development and training, staff support, conflict resolution, personnel record management, performance issues, recognition, compensation, redundancy and staff negotiation. HR work can be complex and demanding and always requires excellent people skills, technical knowhow, resilience and personal integrity. Logistics is the integration of parts of supply chain management goods, labour, information, capital and facilities, mainly aspects of transportation, stock control and warehousing. It is central to the smooth running of any business, particularly where organisations embrace ideas of just in time manufacture and supply. Logistics can be an in-house function or contracted out to a logistics service provider. The work can involve setting strategies, planning projects, managing day-to-day services and staff, monitoring progress, computer modelling of flows of materials, forecasting, and negotiating with other contractors. The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport is one of the professional bodies in this area that welcomes graduates.
MANAGEMENT
Human resources Logistics Marketing and sales Purchasing Retail People and projects are the stuff of management. If you have ever organised a party, handed in an essay on time, set up an experiment, edited a magazine, produced a play or coxed a boat (or many of the other things you can do in Cambridge), youve practised management. The skills are forward thinking, progress chasing, calculating, motivating. Good managers are logical planners, accurate listeners, clear explainers, confident delegators and thorough record-keepers. The best are imaginative, strategic, lateral thinkers, with a clear vision of end results and a quality that inspires people to co-operate with them. How much of all this you do depends on the size of the organisation youre in. If
We look for people who will spend time understanding the problem, then develop options, test out how they will work, pick the one that will work, and then make it work.
HR director, NHS
Marketing and sales

Marketing and sales are key activities for all businesses, from manufacturers of fastmoving consumer goods (FMCG) to banks, publishers, retailers and charities. Misconceptions about both activities abound. Marketing is assumed to be creative, strategic and glamorous, but is more often likely to demand rigorous analytical skills and a liking for data
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collection and number-crunching as you prepare budget spreadsheets and check what your competitors are doing. Cambridge students often rule out sales as an option, forgetting that magazines and holidays in Thailand are also products and that sales management can demand a high degree of strategic and creative thinking. Retail sales and marketing often open up opportunities to get involved in sourcing products or to concentrate on display and design, and a spell in sales is frequently the quickest route into marketing. Both job areas can involve overseas travel. You need to be socially confident, well organised, independent and geographically flexible. Employers want evidence of commercial awareness perhaps from vacation experience, or running student societies. Sales vacancies (which appear all year round) always outnumber marketing vacancies. Entry to marketing is fiercely competitive, and major employers tend to advertise early in the autumn and recruit through the milkround.
be on the job, augmented by short courses in related skills. Many trainees learn by working closely with more experienced members of staff. The professional body for this area of management is the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply.
schemes can have December closing dates but many retail companies welcome applications into the summer. Any degree subject is usually acceptable; in large national chains mobility is usually required and is essential for rapid career progression.
Retail
This sector is becoming increasingly popular with Cambridge graduates, in part because of the exposure that many of its graduate training programmes give to understanding the fundamentals of how a business is run. Furthermore, technological advances, competitive forces and consumer demand have transformed retailing and for those who want action, pressure and the unexpected in their jobs, international retail businesses could be the place to look. The range of jobs is wide and includes several of those outlined in previous paragraphs as well as roles like merchandising and buying. The largest number of opportunities are in store management. Retail is a meritocratic business and a successful manager moves fast and far. Settings vary from the fiftieth outlet of a multiple chain to a mail-order company, a luxury boutique, a supermarket or a fine wine shop (specialist retailers provide a niche for those with particular interests or expertise). Internet retailing is increasingly important. Most major retailers run an e-tail operation and these often offer additional career opportunities. The ease of set-up also means e-tail can provide useful opportunities to new entrepreneurs. Recruitment varies management training
Management
Broaden your outlook. Dont just focus on marketing everyone thinks they want to do marketing without really understanding what other functions do.
French and Spanish graduate
Career Sector: Careers in Management, Administration and Services www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/mgmt HR Careers Briefing: Michaelmas & Lent Books: inc. Vault and other managementrelated publications www.ciltuk.org.uk (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport) www.cim.co.uk (Chartered Institute of Marketing) www.cipd.co.uk (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) www.managers.org.uk (Chartered Management Institute) www.cbi.org.uk (Confederation of British Industry) www.iod.co.uk (Institute of Directors) www.management-issues.com (General Management Topics) targetjobs.co.uk/management targetjobs.co.uk/retail
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCY
Strategic consultants Process or operational consultants Preparing for case study interviews Management consultancy firms have many different specialisms, such as strategy, process/operational, IT, economic and environmental. Most employers want recruits with several years experience in a management or technical function, but many also recruit new graduates and postgraduates.
Purchasing
An area of work that has become increasingly complex in recent years. These professionals procure or purchase the required quality and quantity of goods and services at the lowest or most competitive rate to meet user needs. Aspects of the work include drawing up purchasing strategies and policies, writing specifications and standards, researching the market, tendering, negotiating, contract preparation, managing relations with suppliers, resolving disputes, and ensuring supply complies with any required environmental, quality management or other standards supported by the organisation. The training is mainly practical and tends to
The new perspective I have on the world of work and life is one of the most important things Ive taken from my retail experience so far. My project after two months training in personnel, systems and shopfloor management was to run the beers, wines and spirits department a fantastic experience.
Natural Sciences graduate working for ASDA
Strategic consultants
The core work of strategic management consultants is to advise corporate clients on strategies to improve profitability and/or shareholder value. Many are described in detail in our Management Consultancy sector pages, but you will find very few that are household names. They may recruit graduates to start as research
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You get responsibility from day one and are given client contact early on. My job satisfaction is very high its a young, dynamic office filled with very intelligent people. Computer skills are most important computers are an essential part of a consultants working life, from analysis to model-building to internet research to producing presentations. Dont be put off applying if you dont have a business/economics degree. Employers are looking for thoughtful, intelligent people who can think logically.
Graduate working for a small strategic consultancy
analysts, business analysts or associate consultants. Rewards are high, but so is the level of commitment expected, and working hours can be long. Typical projects last for two to three months, with teams of three or four consultants based either at the office or with the client. Most strategy firms in the UK are based in London. They look for extremely high levels of achievement, both academic and extra-curricular. Underlying their assessment of you at interview is the question what would the client think of you? To this end, you are likely to be asked to discuss case studies to see how analytically and creatively you can think on your feet. Competition for jobs is intense. Doing an internship is helpful, but these are still few and far between.
creative buzz is endlessly attractive. Dont overlook the management side of media, which is also better paid. Some big groups run graduate business management training schemes, and there is increasing demand for graduates for sales, marketing, legal, financial, business development and consultancy roles.
Check the Consulting sector part of our website for case study tutorials and podcasts. View our reference video and DVD guides to case studies. Use our reference books, such as Ace Your Case by WetFeet, and the Vault.com Guide to Case Study Interviews.
Management consultancy
Process or operational consultants

Primarily concerned with solving specific problems and implementing change, these typically recruit graduates as systems analysts, IT consultants or business process consultants. The work involves analysing specific client problems, frequently related to their working systems, e.g. production control or logistics. Inevitably there is often a strong interest in the application of computer systems to business problems. You will need to demonstrate considerable analytical ability and be computer literate.
Career Sector: Consultancy www.careers.cam.ac.uk/ sectors/consultancy Consultancy Event: Michaelmas Journal: TARGETjobs Management Consulting Books: inc. Vault Career Guide to Consulting www.ibconsulting.org.uk (Institute of Business Consulting) mca.org.uk (Management Consultancies Association) targetjobsconsulting.co.uk
I talked to everyone I could: friends, family, even random people in lifts (once) you really never know who knows who until you ask. A chance phone call to an ex-coworker of an uncles friend (seriously) led to two weeks as a workie on a broadsheet news desk. It quickly became obvious that work didnt fall in your lap: you had to pipe up, ask for stuff to do, throw ideas around none of which came naturally to me but I gritted my teeth and ploughed in. After a fortnight, Id got several articles published, not to mention a reference worth its weight in gold from the news desk editor.
Magazine journalist, 2005 graduate, Media Event participant 2009
MEDIA AND PUBLISHING

Journalism Broadcasting, radio and television Film Publishing For more on this sector, see page 97 Journalism (news, magazine, broadcast and online), TV and radio programme-making, film, media management and all forms of publishing are covered here. Despite the medias reputation as a notoriously difficult career area to get into, Cambridge graduates find ways in every year (and those who are GradLinks can tell you how they did it a valuable source of information). Its a high-profile world of increasingly short-term contracts and scarce training opportunities, not noted for its financial rewards, and progression is frequently through changing jobs, but its
Journalism
Journalism is a practical craft. Its important to become multi-skilled and to be willing to adapt to new forms of media as they challenge existing ones (will newspapers still exist in 20 years?). Ways in are varied and include postgraduate training on one-year or shorter courses (invaluable for work placements and contacts, but funding can be a problem); traineeships (very few) with newspaper and magazine groups; persuading an employer to take you on (e.g. a radio station); gaining experience in another field first (e.g. finance, business or science) then using your expertise as a way into journalism. But stints of work experience, mostly unpaid, are essential and often the way to your first paid job. Competition is tough start acquiring experience at university, and elsewhere, and make contacts with media people whenever you
Preparing for case study interviews

This is critical, and gives a good insight into the nature of the work itself: Learn what consultants look for by coming to our skills sessions (some for all students, others for PhDs only). Come to the Consultancy Event held each October. Attend individual presentations in Cambridge (Michaelmas term).
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can. Networking is an essential skill for journalists (and can be learned!) but if you really hate this idea, journalism might not be the right choice for you.
Broadcasting, radio and television

This sector is subject to volatile shifts in structure and technology (shake-ups at the BBC, mergers among independent production companies, TV on mobile phones, podcasting...). Training opportunities are woefully few, long-term contracts are disappearing, and new entrants compete for work with the surplus of experienced freelancers. The way to build up a credible CV for radio and television is to have very wide interests and to start getting practical, hands-on, media-related experience as soon as you can: join university media societies, direct plays, pick up technical skills, work in hospital radio, be a DJ, write for local newspapers. Attend the Careers Services annual Media Event and apply for the five-day annual summer course in Edinburgh run by The Network (www.mgeitf.co.uk/home/thenetwork.aspx). Contact Cambridge graduates working in the media through GradLink, the Careers Service database of contacts. Watch lots of TV in genres you want to work in says a recent Cambridge graduate who is now a TV researcher and keep notes, to help you form opinions. Know what kind of shows/content/approaches you like and who makes them. Use this to work on some ideas, and write these down too: its good practice. And keep in touch with people persistence pays, as long as you are considerate. If you want to work in radio, the same advice applies: start by being an avid listener. Be flexible. You may want to work for the BBC but you have more chance of success if you see that as a long-term aim and are willing to start elsewhere. Watch the BBC website for jobs and work experience, and for any training schemes (these are rare) www.bbc.co.uk/jobs. Avoid purely theoretical media courses the industry is scathing about them. Training opportunities in independent production companies are rare and graduates usually find jobs (for example as runners or researchers) only after an initial period of work experience, often unpaid. The industry is slowly addressing
the issue of unpaid work experience. Local radio stations can provide keen volunteers with opportunities to make tea, answer phone calls at unsociable times of day and help out hard-pressed programme presenters.
Film
Show me all the films youve made, is my answer to I want to be a director. And to I want to be a scriptwriter show me your screenplays, outlines, novels. Get out of your head the idea that someone gives you permission to get into this industry. Get on and do it. (Film producer and keynote speaker at a Skillset training day).
graduates have recently successfully completed courses at the National Film and Television School, London Film Academy and UCLA. Skillset offers extensive information on the film business, training, funding etc. as well as careers advice to those wanting to enter the broadcast, film, video and interactive media industries. www.skillset.org The Sector Council for the Audio Visual Industries.
Publishing
Publishers stress that publishing is a business. Most of their products need to be profitable, and are aimed at specific markets. The business of publishing is information and entertainment. The product range is huge, from business reports to DVDs to wipe-clean board books an oversupply of thousands of new product lines each year. The growth area is electronic products: websites, online study guides, computer games, text-bases, DVDs, real-time financial information. Jobs: many are the same as in other industries: sales, marketing, finance, production control, distribution. The most distinctive job is editing. Commissioning (deciding what to publish) is usually done by senior staff, but in a small firm you could have ideas adopted within months of joining. Detailed editing of text in academic and reference publishing tends to be given to out-of-house freelances. The most available editorial jobs are for people with knowledge of web languages, MS Office, and Quark or other DTP packages (tuition is available at the Computing Service). These skills plus technical knowledge (gained from a course) are also in demand for production jobs (the one shortage area). Once you have the skills you can use them in other, often higher paying, professional contexts. With quite modest experience you could be designing a mailorder catalogue, writing the staff training manual, producing charity appeals or editing the company magazine. Entry: often on the back of relevant (often unpaid) work experience, and not as competitive as TV, journalism, advertising or management consultancy. There are very few graduate schemes. Most vacancies are for people ready to start work. You must be computer-friendly, especially to work in editorial roles. European languages are a plus. Science graduates are in demand.
I knew that I had to do it, that I wanted nothing more than to get my hands dirty with the thing I love doing, get to grips with the cameras and lights and also push my creative limits. Im 23, studying full time at the London Film Academy, and learning more than I thought possible. Screenwriting, tech stuff, film history, communication, other people, my own attitude everything is being questioned, challenged and tested.
History graduate
The UK film and video sector employs 50,000 people and is the most successful in the world outside the US, but to get in and make progress you need steely perseverance, luck, talent and a passion for film. Take every opportunity while still a student to be involved in amateur filmmaking: writing, directing, acting, behind the camera, editing. Join film societies; enter competitions; try for work experience; script read as a volunteer at festivals (e.g. the Edinburgh International Film Festival or Cambridge Film Festival); help other aspiring filmmakers see www.shootingpeople.org for opportunities. You need a certain amount of experience to get into film school and some graduates work for several years, e.g. in theatre or television, before applying. Cambridge
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Courses: if you have no previous experience (e.g. vacation work, editing the college magazine unpaid experience is fine), a postgraduate publishing course will help. Check that it includes a work placement. Pay: in 20082009 stated entry-level salaries ranged from 15 to 30K (depending on experience), average 20,000, but many negotiable. Later salaries depend on sector: the fiction/business publishing difference is in tens of thousands by the time youre 35. Lifestyle: publishing is a good place to be if you want less pressure than in (e.g.) banking or commercial law, colleagues who share your interests and values, and (usually) informal management. It can be exciting long term if you are a natural entrepreneur. Moving around is common. Moving on: Cambridge graduates have successfully transferred after one or two years to law (solicitors), advertising, marketing, consultancy, Civil Service, librarianship, teaching...
Media and publishing
Career Sectors: Media and Publishing www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/media www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/publish Sector Guides: Media Media and Publishing Careers Evenings and Working in the Media Event: Lent. Essential for anyone considering work in publishing, authorship, journalism, broadcasting, film or media management Journalism, Radio and TV Briefing: Michaelmas Books and Journals: inc. PACT Directory (of independent TV producers); Willings Press Guide; Broadcast; Ariel (BBC newspaper); Buyers Guide; Directory of Publishing; Directory of Publishers; Starting Your Career in Broadcasting; Writers and Artists Yearbook; Bookseller GradLink: essential there are many Cambridge graduates in publishing, journalism, broadcasting www.pact.co.uk (PACT online directory of Independent TV Producers) targetjobs.co.uk/media
i.e. those without a relevant degree. Unlike investment banking or management consultancy, the surveying profession offers a great variety in the size, nature and location of employers. There are major international firms with a thousand staff in offices spanning the globe, developing major city-centre sites worth several million dollars, and small firms in rural market towns where youll be sharing an office with one of only two partners, dealing with the sale of hundred-acre farms. The global firms also actively recruit international students to work in their home countries, especially in the Middle and Far East. Talk to any chartered surveyor and the majority will praise the pleasant working style, good colleagues and variety of work. Several firms attend our Autumn Careers Event and Property Careers Event and many more promote their vacancies on Vacancies & Opportunities.
The best thing anyone who wants to get a start in publishing can do is contact companies on spec via their websites and ask if they can do some unpaid work experience.This helps to build up their CV and also make a few contacts in the industry, so that when jobs do come up they might hear about them first.
Cambridge graduate at Hodder & Stoughton
PROPERTY
Chartered surveying Every square foot of land in the UK is owned and managed by someone. It can be bought, sold, rented, developed, improved, invested in, built on, cleared or simply be left alone. The traditional route into a career in property and land management is by training to become a chartered surveyor but there are a growing number of other entry points into careers connected with property and land use. These include town planning, civil engineering and land management. Opportunities in property occur throughout the year; only the largest firms follow a traditional milkround campaign. Property was one of the first, and hardest hit, sectors in the recession. However, firms are recruiting again although not at the high levels that they were before. They are keen to receive applications from Cambridge graduates.
I worked with the regeneration team in the consulting department of a busy City surveying firm. I was given jobs to do (e.g. write a report for a Regional Development Agency) and allowed to get on with them. It was a good experience.
Vacation work that led to a conditional job offer
Property
I spent the summer applying for jobs and placements, and eventually got a job through the Careers Service website as a researcher, proofreader and occasional writer on an English edition of a French dictionary of artists.I gained enough experience from this to get an editorial job the following year.
MML graduate
Chartered surveying
To become a chartered surveyor involves professional examinations (unless you have exemptions from some papers, having completed relevant options in the Land Economy tripos). Most larger international firms are willing to accept applications from non-cognate students,
Career Sector: Financial Services, Financial Management and Property www.careers.cam.ac.uk/ sectors/finservices Property Careers Evening: Michaelmas Journal: TARGETjobs Property www.rics.org (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) www.rtpi.org.uk (Royal Town Planning Institute) targetjobsproperty.co.uk
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PUBLIC SERVICE
The Civil Service Local government The Houses of Parliament The National Health Service Armed services The Police The Intelligence Services Working with offenders This sector includes the Civil Service and its agencies, non-departmental public bodies, local government, community work, the National Health Service, teaching in state education, librarianship in public libraries, social work, the police service, the probation and prison services and the armed forces many of these are covered in other parts of this careers AZ. Public sector organisations are increasingly required to meet targets set by national/local government and therefore value commercial awareness as well as commitment to public service. Many public services are now outside the public sector, although regulated by government, for example, public transport, water, gas and electricity.
recruited to a range of departments. See www.civilservice.gov.uk/jobs/faststream. The term fast stream, with an associated development programme, also applies to specialists: economists, statisticians, scientists and engineers. Closing dates tend to be early in the academic year. Most recruitment to Civil Service Departments and Agencies is conducted by the employing departments themselves. Recruitment practices vary between both departments and functions. Increasingly jobs from a variety of departments and in all areas of the country are advertised on the Civil Service gateway website www.civilservice.gov.uk. A number of Departments run fast track or other schemes specifically for graduates but their timing and availability are less predictable. Watch out for them on the gateway site, on Department websites and through the Careers Services Vacancies & Opportunities. Structured vacation work schemes are limited but short-term assignments or casual work are often on offer. See the Vacation Work Feedback files.
surveying, planning, and environmental and technical services. www.ngdp.co.uk, www.lgjobs.com
The Houses of Parliament

The Houses of Parliament offer a range of interesting opportunities, though very few in number. Some recruitment is done through the Civil Service Fast Stream. The rest is done by the Houses themselves or through recruitment agencies. www.parliament.uk/site_information/ careers/introduction.cfm
The National Health Service

In a state of continual change, the NHS delivers healthcare to over 60 million people. Public interest tends to focus on doctors, nurses and other medical professionals but non-clinical managers have an important job running the services. Like clinicians, managers work across the whole of the NHS; in Primary Care Trusts that deliver services accessed directly by the public, NHS Hospital and Mental Health Trusts; in Health Authorities responsible for strategic planning; and in the Department of Health. The NHS recruits some of its future managers each year through its excellent graduate training scheme that leads to specialised jobs in general, informatics, financial and HR management (website: www.nhsleadtheway.co.uk). It is useful to know that most managers have entered the NHS through other routes. You can apply to individual NHS Trusts for positions and can then pursue a variety of training and career opportunities. www.jobs.nhs.uk
Local government
Over two million people work in local government (one of the largest graduate employers in the country) in about 600 different occupations. Graduates wanting a local government career can apply for the National Graduate Development Programme (NGDP). This two-year programme (2009 salary: 22,730 pa) includes placements in host authorities and the opportunity to study for a Postgraduate Diploma in Local Government Management at Warwick University. Some authorities run their own graduate training programmes (contact your local government HR department to find out) and also recruit suitably qualified graduates into specific jobs, e.g. in
The Civil Service

The UK Civil Service is made up of the central government organisations that help government ministers to devise and deliver government policies. The Civil Service is organised into: Departments, which help formulate policy and check that it is implemented correctly, e.g. the Cabinet Office, DFID, Ministry of Defence; Agencies, which implement policies and deliver services, e.g. Security Service (MI5), Jobcentre Plus; and some Non-Departmental Public Bodies (NDPB). Of the centralised recruitment schemes, the best known is the Fast Stream through which graduates are
Armed services
Cambridge enjoys a long tradition of students joining the armed services: usually involved in their schools cadet force before coming to Cambridge, the military life was already in their blood. Now a growing number of students only begin to consider a career in the forces towards the end of their studies at Cambridge. The Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force usually attend our Autumn Careers Event in November and tend to recruit all year round. If considering the Army, you can book an
Dont be put off by the Civil Service selection procedures go for it. Fast Stream Assessment Centre exercises are a very good guide to whether youll like the job.These are the things you do early on decide how to spend budgets, brief ministers, judge policies, write tactful correspondence...
Mathematics graduate
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appointment for an informal conversation with the Armys Careers Adviser before making a formal application. This discussion is not part of the application process. Details are in the Army file at Stuart House. The three services are also interested in those wishing to make a career change, after working for two or three years in a completely different occupation. A career in the military has no comparisons. Through the recruitment process, which is very thorough, honest and fair, you will gain an excellent insight into the way of life before having to decide on any job offer. If you are in your first 18 months at Cambridge, consider joining either the Cambridge University Royal Navy Unit, the Cambridge University Air Squadron or the Cambridge University Officers Training Corps. All three provide an introduction to their service and to military life, offer excellent adventure training and some travel, and you are placed under no obligation to join their service on graduation. www.mod.uk/defenceinternet/home Careers in the Armed Forces.
Be flexible in mind and body throughout chaos is the staple diet of my job in the Army. My efforts are directed at achieving the achievable without sufficient time, sleep, manpower, equipment, direction or experience this is the best bit of the job!
Engineering graduate
any of a number of member organisations: for example HM Prison Service, HM Inspectorate of Probation, National Probation Service, Health Partnerships/Prison Health Crime Reduction, Youth Justice Board. Opportunities to work with offenders and ex-offenders also arise in the many organisations working to support prisoners during their sentence and afterwards. These include organisations like NACRO (National Association for the Care and Resettlement of Offenders) and pressure groups like the Howard League. www.noms.justice.gov.uk
The Intelligence Services

In addition to the Police Service and armed forces, the principal agencies working on intelligence for the UK are the Security Service (MI5), GCHQ and the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6). The Security Service is responsible for protecting the country against covertly organised threats to national security, including terrorism, espionage and proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. GCHQ has two missions, signals intelligence and information assurance: keeping Government communication and information systems safe and secure. The SIS operates worldwide to provide the British Government with a global covert capability to promote and defend the national security and economic well-being of the UK. Graduates are recruited by all three organisations into generalist and a range of specialist roles that are described on their respective websites. Candidates, who must be British citizens, apply directly for advertised positions via the websites and selection processes are open. Visit our Public protection, security and investigation sector site at www.careers.cam.ac.uk for further information on this and related careers.
Public service
The Police
The UK Police Service offers a variety of career possibilities for graduates with different entry points leading to managerial positions and/or specialisms within law enforcement. There are 43 different Home Office Police Forces in the UK, each of which is a separate employer, covering a different geographic area, and at any given time some are and others are not open for recruitment. Forces vary in size from the Metropolitan Police Service (47,000 employees) to a small county force (around 2,600 employees). There are two different career paths available sworn officer and police staff. Sworn officers have the full powers of a police officer and learn their profession during a two-year probationary period comprising desk and practical training and street duties. Around a third of new appointments of sworn officers are graduates. Entrants to police staff roles join to undertake a particular duty such as intelligence analyst, crime analyst, crime scene examiner, forensic IT officer or finance officer, many of which are de facto graduate-level posts. Visit our Public protection, security and investigation sector site at www.careers.cam.ac.uk for further information on this and related careers.
Working with offenders

The National Offender Management Service (NOMS), created in 2004, is part of the Ministry of Justice. As a new single service, NOMS brings together a number of correctional services working together on the Offender Management Model. NOMS covers a number of organisations, including prisons and probation, to ensure that a range of services are available to adult offenders and to those on remand throughout England and Wales. Job opportunities could arise in
Career Sector: Public Sector, Security, Protection and Investigation www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/security Public Sector Careers Panel: Michaelmas Business and Management Event: Michaelmas Work to Change the World: Lent Public Sector Careers Briefing: Michaelmas and Easter Employer Sector Guide: Work to Change the World, Development Work Books: inc. Politicos Guide to Careers in Politics and Government; Brasseys International Intelligence Yearbook www.charitycommission.gov.uk (Charity Commission for employers) www.mi6.gov.uk (Secret Intelligence) www.mod.uk/defenceinternet/home (Ministry of Defence) www.ngdp.co.uk (National Graduate Development Programme) www.noms.justice.gov.uk (National Offender Management Service) www.nhscareers.nhs.uk (NHS Careers) www.policecouldyou.co.uk (Police Recruitment) www.opportunities.co.uk (Public sector recruitment weekly) www.socialfirms.co.uk (Social Enterprise) targetjobs.co.uk/publicservice www.worldwidevolunteering.org.uk (Worldwide Volunteering ) www.do-it.org (UK Volunteering )
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SCIENCE
Hands off science Experimental science in academic institutions in research institutes in hospitals in large industries in small companies What careers are available to you with a science degree? The Careers Service offers sessions for penultimate- or final-year undergraduates and/or research students in most scientific specialisms. Sessions for life science and physical science research students, mathematicians and physicists are advertised in the Careers Service Diary; others via your department.
The outreach work I did during my PhD was one of the things that convinced me Id like a career in science communication. Im now a media relations officer for the Royal Society of Chemistry. This role entails communicating with the media, and sometimes the general public, answering enquiries on the activities of the RSC or on any chemistry-related matters which are gaining media attention. I also write press releases for any activities that the RSC wishes to publicise.
Physics postgraduate
Hands off science

Employers are interested in science graduates for many roles, not just as experimental scientists. Have you considered occupations such as scientific publishing, teaching, museum or patent work, where you will need excellent communication skills as well as a science degree? Look up the relevant sections of this guide for further information. Has your science degree developed your computing or numeracy skills, making you marketable in IT and finance? Would you be interested in working in human resources or marketing or sales in, say, a food, oil or pharmaceutical company? Have you thought about retraining in a healthcare profession or as a lawyer? Find out which employment areas previous Cambridge scientists have chosen in the Careers for Scientists and Mathematicians sector of our website. Our website, Vacancies & Opportunities, lists vacancies that allow you to use your science background, without doing experiments, are sub-categorised as Hands Off.
academia, or patents, important in commercial organisations. Development scientists look for improved ways of carrying out a procedure, e.g. making a product or running an assay, and their achievements include decreased cost, greater customer satisfaction, improved safety or reduced waste. Analytical scientists strive for increased efficiency or accuracy and their progress is more likely to be the result of increased management responsibilities than original science. Experimental scientists work in a broad range of settings. These include academic institutions, government and independent research institutes, large industries and small companies. They can be funded in diverse ways including trade subscriptions and charitable donations, as well as by public money and the research and development budgets of commercial organisations.
lines of enquiry. The aim is usually to get work published in competition with other scientists. Science funded by corporate bodies is profit driven, and you may have to drop interesting projects if they do not seem financially viable.
Experimental science in hospitals

NHS clinical scientists work alongside clinicians helping to diagnose and treat patients. Their work also involves developing new techniques to improve the service. Training may well include a postgraduate qualification e.g. an MSc in Clinical Biochemistry.
Experimental science in large industries

Through a career in industry you can engage in science leading to a commercial application. All work is tightly budgeted and you may have to drop interesting projects that do not seem profitable. You may be able to attend conferences, but must respect company confidentiality. Your success may be measured more by patents than by publications, and you are more likely to write for non-specialists than for an expert audience. Teamwork is often more important than in academic careers, and teams are often interdisciplinary, e.g. physical and organic chemists, polymer scientists, mechanical and design engineers all working together on corrosion protection systems. Career progression often involves increased management responsibilities. Many industries recruit new graduates, but a relevant PhD may increase your value to a company. If you want to work in industry, do try to get some early exposure. As an undergraduate, you may be able to get vacation work, or choose a project supervisor who has links with
Experimental science in academic institutions

To progress beyond graduate research assistant, you will definitely need to do a PhD. See also: Education on page 41 for more on academic careers, and page 22 for more on postgraduate study.
Experimental science in research institutes

Working in a government or independent research institute, with or without a postgraduate qualification, allows you to work in an environment similar to academia, usually without having to teach. Examples include working on infectious diseases ecology at Porton Down or climate modelling at the Met Office. If your science is publicly funded, you are likely to have more freedom to change direction and follow unexpected
Experimental science
Experimental scientists can be involved in research, development or analysis. For career ideas using your particular discipline, do use the relevant professional body, e.g. the Royal Society of Chemistry. Research scientists need to generate results for published papers, essential in
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industry. If you take a PhD, discuss potential projects with industrial scientists, and find out how your supervisor can help you collaborate.
SELF-EMPLOYMENT AND SMALL BUSINESSES

Self-employment and entrepreneurship Working for a small business
Experimental science in small companies

Many small scientific companies have links with a university. You may hear the terms spin-out and start-up used. As in any company, your science will be profit driven. Your responsibilities may be wide ranging as there will be fewer supporting departments, e.g. marketing or IT. Small scientific companies are often located on science parks, and may belong to networks. They often recruit from nearby universities, saving on both advertising and relocation costs. Check their websites for vacancies, keep an eye on local newspapers and do apply speculatively.
Self-employment and entrepreneurship

An entrepreneurial culture runs throughout the university, with no shortage of support for students (and staff) to research potential markets, develop ideas, confirm their viability and launch them to the world. Cambridge boasts a long list of success stories. Setting up your own business requires total dedication, long hours and strength of personality to survive the setbacks and scepticism youll encounter. Some 20 to 30 students set up their own businesses each year, but only after careful thought, with well-researched business plans and a watertight legal framework. Probably double this number do so three to five years after graduating, having acquired business skills and knowledge of the market elsewhere, usually with a large organisation working in finance, sales, consultancy or accountancy. Talk to Cambridge Enterprise and the Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning (CfEL). They offer sessions to inspire and build the necessary skills, with the Enterprise Tuesday lecture programme every Tuesday evening from October to February. Join student-run societies Cambridge University Entrepreneurs (CUE) and Cambridge University Technology and Enterprise Club (CUTEC). They offer sponsorship and prizes for business ideas, bring entrepreneurially minded students (whatever their ideas) together with academics, practitioners and alumni who run their own businesses. Try the online questionnaire at www.ipep.co.uk/uherts to see whether youd make your own good boss.
first-name terms with the entire company within an hour of joining. Work will be varied, but you probably wont have a job description or the luxury of a three-month induction programme. Youll make an immediate impact on the companys success and your job will follow the roller-coaster ride of the companys highs and lows. It can be great fun and very rewarding. Uncover opportunities in SMEs by networking and making speculative applications, and through Vacancies & Opportunities and GradsEast. Pick up a copy of Starting a Small Business.
Trying to set up and then run your own business takes an amazing range of skills. Its impossible to find them all in one person. Get together with people who are really strong in the areas you need.
Geography graduate
Science
Career Sector: Science and Mathematics www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/sci Cam Connect Event: Lent. Local technology-based companies Books: inc. Careers with a Science Degree; Vault Career Guide to Biotech Journals: New Scientist www.airto.co.uk (Association of Independent Research and Technology Organisations) www.nhsclinicalscientists.info (NHS Clinical Scientists recruitment site) http://sciencecareers.sciencemag.org (Science Careers) www.ukspa.org.uk (United Kingdom Science Park Association)
Self-employment and small businesses
Starting Your Own Business Briefing: Michaelmas Resource Handout: Starting a small business Stuart House Library green files: Small Businesses; Entrepreneurship; Starting a Business Books: inc. Working for Yourself; Vault Guide to Starting Your Own Business; Your Practical Guide to Starting a New Business www.cue.org.uk (Cambridge University Entrepreneurs) www.cutec.org (Cambridge University Technology and Enterprise Club) www.cfel.jbs.cam.ac.uk (CfEL The Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning)
When a shift has gone well, I feel that theres not a job in the world Id rather do. Building up a relationship of trust and friendship with someone who is difficult to reach can be very rewarding, as is giving someone a chance they wouldnt otherwise have had.
English graduate in social work
SOCIAL AND COMMUNITY WORK

Social work Community work Guidance and counselling work People-centred experience after graduation is a must for the many disciplines and professions in this area of work. While still a student you can volunteer in term time and get work in vacations (sometimes paid). Try Student Community Action, www.do-it.org and www.linkline.org.uk
Working for a small business

Although not widely promoted, graduatelevel vacancies are to be found in SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises). SMEs account for 99.8 per cent of the four million active businesses in the UK and offer attractive benefits compared to large multinationals. Many Cambridge students join SMEs through choice, or by default. Youll quickly become a key member of their small team and be on
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Without professional training, career prospects can be limited, especially in the state sector. Qualified workers tend to specialise in either adult or childrens services and move freely between the voluntary sector and social services departments of local authorities (the main employers) settings include residential and field contexts, education and health. The two-year postgraduate course is bursary funded and requires relevant experience. A realistic understanding of what you can achieve with limited resources is vital a mission to change the world is generally considered undesirable. Despite the sometimes rather negative public profile of social workers, committed professionals often protest that rewards and personal satisfaction can be high, and morale remains strong even in difficult areas such as child protection and mental health. www.prospects.ac.uk gives full information on the variety of careers in this sector, what they involve and how to get in. See also www.socialworkcareers.co.uk For postgraduate courses go to www.gscc.org.uk and for social work specifically with children and families see http://bethedifference.cwdcouncil.org.uk
opportunities as partnerships develop. Also look at the work of the police, criminologists, housing managers, residential carers for old or young people, psychiatric nursing and paramedical work.
foreign revenue for the UK economy. The UK is the sixth most popular destination in the world (UNTWO 2008). Recent trends include the rise in internet travel companies and budget airlines and an emphasis on sustainable tourism. The latter opens up career avenues in areas such as corporate responsibility, as travel companies become increasingly aware of the need to respond to public concerns over environmental damage. In the latter half of 2008, currency exchange rates lowered the value of sterling against both the euro and US dollar making visits to the UK more attractive and this situation prevailed into 2010. Employers in this sector include travel agents, tour operators, airlines, airports, car hire companies, and cruise and ferry lines. Cambridge graduates have found interesting niches in specialist tour companies (e.g. art, historical or classical cruises, and safari camps) often on the basis of previous vacation work or an initial stint of work experience. A few larger organisations run their own graduate schemes e.g. Carnival Cruises, Thomson, Budget Rent-a-Car, Cathay Pacific, British Airways. In such companies there are career opportunities not only in travel-related roles but in support functions such as IT, finance, human resources, sales and marketing, PR and in the case of the airlines engineering. There is an increasing awareness of the carbon emissions generated by air and marine operations. The concepts of offsetting carbon emission and being carbon neutral have started to exert influence on, for example, flight selection and carriers marketing materials. See www.climatecare.org and www.carbonneutral.com Business tourism is an important and under-rated element of the UKs tourism earnings. It is a growing industry, valued in excess of 22 billion. The five main areas are: conferences and meetings, exhibitions and trade fairs, incentive travel, corporate events and outdoor events. Clear entry and career progression routes are often not in evidence, but this encourages greater freedom of movement between jobs attractive to the type of person who would thrive in this fastmoving environment. Supporting the companies that deliver travel and hospitality services are tourist boards and local authority tourism
Guidance and counselling work

These fields place a high value on life and work experience, and relevant experience is an essential prerequisite to joining a training course of which there are many. Some psychology background is helpful though not essential. There is little funding for professional training, which is expensive. This is not a large employment field and opportunities are mainly in the public service (including education and health) and charitable sectors. Experienced professionals can also find work in the health service, in consultancies and larger commercial organisations. Salary levels in the not-for-profit sector are modest and paid opportunities difficult to come by with limited experience. The British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy website is a good place to start: www.bacp.co.uk Training for careers in guidance is a discreet area. www.prospects.ac.uk gives a good overview of the various roles.
Social and community work
Community work
Here you are involved in reviving, building and supporting communities through services to individuals or groups, e.g. youth clubs, clubs for the unemployed or mother and toddler groups, often financed by partnerships of local authorities and voluntary agencies. The NHS is also an employer in this field as a result of the development of community care for individuals. The provision of good advice on welfare benefits and housing rights, consumer and legal issues and equal opportunities makes an important contribution to the development of individuals as well as communities and offers interesting job opportunities. The phrase urban regeneration, used in the context of community work development, carries an added implication of changes to the physical structure, e.g. housing regeneration and projects crossing a range of disciplines to benefit a community. There are public and private sector
Work to Change the World: Lent. A must if you are keen to work in social or community contexts Sector Guide: Work to Change the World Books: inc. International Voluntary Work; The Voluntary Agencies Directory 2009 Journal: Community Care; Third Sector Stuart House Library: COMPASS 2010, the complete guide to careers in social work and social care GradLink www.csv.org.uk (Community Service Volunteers) targetjobs.co.uk/socialcare
TRAVEL AND TOURISM

UK travel and tourism employs over 1.3 million people, but over two million UK jobs are sustained by the sector. The industry is one of the largest in the world, comprising some 180,000 businesses and generating 19 billion per annum in
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departments responsible for research, strategy and marketing. In 2003 the British Tourism Authority merged with the English Tourism Council to form VisitBritain, which markets England at home and Britain overseas. The 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games will provide the UKs tourism industry with its biggest opportunity in recent years. See www.london2012.com
international retailers, and IT and market research consultants may offer short or long spells abroad. Sales and marketing jobs with manufacturers, publishers and tour operators (among others) offer overseas opportunities to outgoing, selfreliant people with good language skills, while technically skilled graduates may be posted anywhere in the world by international engineering or telecommunications companies. See also Education Sector: Teaching Outside the UK (TEFL) page 42.
Travel and tourism
Unusually my first year was spent in Brussels, not London, covering EU institutional issues. Running the Brussels end of a negotiation was both stressful and fun. Back in London I worked briefly in the UN Dept of the FCO.There foreign policy is about guns, soldiers, wars and Security Council resolutions.
History graduate in the FCO
Career Sector: Careers in Management, Administration and Services www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/mgmt Stuart House Library green files: Hotels, Catering and Events; Leisure and Tourism Books: Corporate Events Services; The White Book www.itt.co.uk (Institute of Travel and Tourism) www.springboarduk.net Springboard UK promotes careers in hospitality, leisure, travel and tourism targetjobs.co.uk/hospitality www.ukinbound.co.uk Official trade body representing the UK inbound industry www.visitbritain.co.uk Click on Working for VisitBritain for careers information www.tourismalliance.com Tourism Alliance
Working in Europe
Many graduates are interested in working in other parts of Europe. Within the European Economic Area (the EU, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein and Switzerland), citizens of any of the Member States have the right to work without a work permit, which makes finding a job easier than in countries where a work permit is required. How easy it is to find jobs will depend on your qualifications and on the local labour market in a particular country, as well as on your language skills and your suitability for the job. It may be helpful to get initial training with an employer in the UK or your home country before moving to another country and certainly to ensure that your language skills are sufficient.
programmes offered by the Parliament, Council, Commission, Court of Justice, Social and Economic Committee, Committee of the Regions and European Ombudsman. Some of these are paid and they usually last between three and five months. The programmes are managed by the Institutions but you can link to them via the EPSO website. For more scientific or engineering orientated in-service traineeships see the jobs section of the European Commission Joint Research Centres (JRC) website www.jrc.ec.europa.eu/ The Parliament offers paid traineeships for graduates in translation roles.
WORK ABROAD
Working overseas Working in Europe Working for the EU
Working for the EU

Permanent staff for the EU institutions are recruited through open competitions published on the European Personnel Selection Office (EPSO) website http://europa.eu/epso. Only nationals of EU countries are eligible to apply. Fluency in one EU language and a good knowledge of at least one other are essential. The most regular recruiter is the European Commission but opportunities also arise in the Council, Parliament, Economics and Social Committee, the Court of Justice and the Court of Auditors as well as in smaller institutions. Graduates without significant work experience are usually recruited at Administrator Grade 5 (drafting policy, implementing EU law, analysing and advising) but competitions for this category are infrequent. Temporary jobs are sometimes advertised on the websites of the individual institutions. Annually, more than 1,200 graduates increase their professional skills and enhance their EU knowledge through the EU trainee
Work abroad
Working overseas
Opportunities for permanent, temporary, paid and voluntary work overseas are increasing. A junior derivatives trader in Amsterdam, internships with Microsoft Medical Media Laboratory in Washington, site research specialists for Tesco in Shanghai and the Cambridge global health internships in Geneva have been advertised recently through the Careers Service, and the vacation work files contain numerous reports from students, for example on website design in Finland, planting trees in Nepal, or researching social policy for an Australian planning consultancy. If the idea of working overseas attracts you, remember that many UK-based jobs can take you abroad regularly. Large international management consultancy firms, American and European banks, law firms,
Career Sector: For-More-Than-Profit (International Organisations) www.careers.cam.ac.uk/sectors/fmtp Work to Change the World: Lent Using Languages Briefing: Michaelmas Teaching in Japan (JET) Briefing: Michaelmas International Development Work A Beginners Guide Briefing: Michaelmas Search Careers Service Vacancies & Opportunities by country AGCAS Sector Briefings: Working Abroad; Working in Europe Books: Summer Jobs Worldwide; International Voluntary Work; Jobs and Careers Abroad http://europa.eu/index_en.htm For traineeships, open competitions and other EU career information www.prospects.ac.uk Country profiles and employment resources
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Jobs and course providers

Leading employers and course providers with thousands of vacancies who want to hear from you, plus sources of help about specific careers.
Built environment
Useful sources
Career Sector Site Engineering; Financial Services (Financial Management & Property) CLICK Careers Service Emails: Engineering; Property (under Financial Services) GradLink now online Vacancies & Online at www.careers.cam.ac.uk
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Civil engineering....................63 Construction............................64
Industry ..........................92 Law ..................................92 Management ..................96 Marketing, sales and media ......................96 Media and communications ............97 Patent work ....................98 Public service..................98 Retail management........98 Teaching..........................98 International ................100 Further study ..............101
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Accountancy, financial management, taxation ........82 Actuarial ....................................84 Banking ....................................85 Financial services ..................88 Insurance ..................................88 Investment ..............................88
For-more-than-profit ....91 Hospitality, leisure and tourism............................92 Human resources ..........92
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Melissa Perry Graduate Recruitment Manager Mott MacDonald Mott MacDonald House 810 Sydenham Road Croydon CR0 2EE United Kingdom Tel 020 8774 2176 E-mail melissa.perry@mottmac.com Web www.careers.mottmac.com/graduate Main locations or regions All across the UK Areas of activity & job function(s) Mott MacDonald is a global management, engineering and development consultancy employing more than 14,000 staff, working in 140 countries and with an annual turnover exceeding 1bn. Our breadth of skills, services and global reach makes us one of the worlds top players in delivering management, engineering and development consultancy solutions for our customers. Graduates sought Engineering only Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary c. 23,00027,000 Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 100 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by December
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Computing and IT
See page 49 in the Guide for more about careers in information technology.
Computing and IT
Useful sources
Career Sector Site Information Technology CLICK Careers Service Emails: Information Technology GradLink now online Vacancies & Online at www.careers.cam.ac.uk
Wates Group A Business Built on People Wates House, Station Approach, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7SW Tel 01372 861000 E-mail trainee@wates.co.uk Web www.wates.co.uk Main locations or regions Nationwide Areas of activity & job function(s) Wates are one of the largest private construction companies in the UK. Our turnover is close to 1 billion and we employ over 2000 employees. We are recognised in the Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to work for 2010 and as Building Magazines Major Contractor of the Year 2009 and 2010. Graduates sought All degree disciplines Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 60 Vacation work/courses Yes
Events at Cambridge
Science, Engineering & Technology Event (11 Nov 10) Computer Laboratory Recruitment Fair (19 Nov 10)
aquilaheywood Tel 01737 859859 E-mail apply@aquilaheywood.co.uk Web www.aquilauk.co.uk and www.heywood.co.uk Main locations or regions Redhill, Surrey and Altrincham, Cheshire Areas of activity & job function(s) aquilaheywood is the leading supplier of life and pensions administration software solutions in Europe. We seek the brightest talent and the highest achievers to work in our consulting and system development functions. In return, we provide an environment where talent can flourish and hardwork is rewarded. Please visit our websites for further details. Graduates sought We look for highly numerate graduates from any degree discipline; minimum 2.1 and strong A-Levels (As and Bs) or equivalent Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Up to 28,800 plus benefits Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Please email a CV and covering letter to apply@aquilaheywood.co.uk Approx annual intake Over 20 Vacation work/courses No
Bloomberg City Gate House, 3945 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1PQ Tel +44 (0)20 7330 7500 Web http://careers.bloomberg.com Main locations or regions London, New York, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Singapore Areas of activity & job function(s) Bloomberg is a leading provider of financial information, news and data. The BLOOMBERG PROFESSIONAL service and Bloombergs media services provide real-time financial and market data, pricing, trading, news and communications to clients globally. Bloomberg has amazing career opportunities in software development, technical support, project management, data analysis, financial sales, news and many more. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive + benefits Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 500+ UK Vacation work/courses Summer internships For vacation work apply by April
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Cambridge Broadband Networks Selwyn House Cambridge Business Park Cowley Road Cambridge CB4 0WZ Tel +44 (0)1223 703000 E-mail jobs@cbnl.com Web www.cbnl.com Main locations or regions UK, Africa, Malaysia Areas of activity & job function(s) Cambridge Broadband Networks, a cellular microwave specialist, is an innovative, forward-thinking company with a disruptive technology that makes it the industry leader helping mobile operators to build better networks... faster. We are recruiting for a range of careers in this fast moving industry, and we offer great opportunities for great people. Graduates sought Engineering, IT, Business Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive plus benefits Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application CV Approx annual intake Variable Vacation work/courses Possibly
Cambridge Silicon Radio Ltd Churchill House, Cambridge Business Park, Cowley Road, Cambridge CB4 0WZ Tel 01223 692000 E-mail graduate@csr.com Web www.csr.com Main locations or regions Cambridge, UK Areas of activity & job function(s) Leading provider of multifunction connectivity and location platforms. CSRs technology portfolio includes Bluetooth, GPS, FM, Wi-Fi, UWB, NFC and technologies to enable silicon platforms that incorporate radio, baseband and microcontroller elements. CSRs Connectivity Centre is designed to enhance experience with mobile devices by integration of wireless connectivity and location-awareness technologies. Graduates sought Mainly engineering and computer sciences Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 25,000 per annum Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online application via website Approx annual intake 20 Vacation work/courses Yes
Gillian Walker CHP Consulting 20 Gresham Street London EC2V 7JE Tel 020 7588 1800 E-mail gillian.walker@chp.co.uk Web www.chp.co.uk/careers Main locations or regions Head office in London plus offices in Boston and Sydney Areas of activity & job function(s) CHP Consulting is a leading provider of software and consulting services to the global asset finance industry. Established in 1990, CHP has grown steadily and had a turnover of 23m in 2009. Our clients include top banks, equipment manufacturers and finance companies, such as Bank of America, Barclays Asset Finance, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Capital Finance, HBOS, ING Lease, Nissan Finance, Socit Gnrale and Textron Financial. CHP was named in The Sunday Times Best 100 Small Companies to Work For in 2005 and 2006, and has received the Best Companies Accreditation from 2007 to 2010. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Tier 1 Work Permit Starting salary 35,000 Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 25 Vacation work/courses No
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Deutsche Bank Tel 020 7545 3033 Web www.db.com/careers Main locations or regions London, New York, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Singapore, Tokyo, Sydney, India Areas of activity & job function(s) In the ever-expanding world of investment banking, technology facilitates all. We dont just utilize leading-edge applications and resources we create them. As an Intern or Analyst with Technology, youll be part of a team that develops and implements these solutions. Graduates sought Youll need to have a passion for technology and innovation. We welcome applications from all disciplines but especially from students of Information Management, Computer Science or Engineering. Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online at www.db.com/careers Approx annual intake 1,000 globally Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 13 February 2011 Want to develop projects that will make a difference in your local community? Want to build relationships with some of the top employers in the country? SIFE could be the answer. SIFE is an international not-for-profit organisation that mobilises university students to make a difference in their communities while developing the skills to become socially responsible business leaders. An annual series of regional and national competitions provides a forum for teams to present the results of their projects, and advance to the prestigious SIFE World Cup. To be put in touch with the SIFE team at your University, contact SIFE UK Programme Director: Tom Saunders (tsaunders@sife.org) See www.sifeuk.org for more information.
Head of Graduate Recruitment Detica Limited Surrey Research Park, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7YP Tel 01483 816 000 E-mail gradrecruitment@detica.com Web www.detica.com/graduates Main locations or regions Offices in Guildford, London, Cheltenham. Work will be carried out mainly in London, South East and South West, possibly on client site Areas of activity & job function(s) Detica is a leading information intelligence company. We help organisations exploit information to deliver business services effectively and economically. From tackling tax fraud to securing infrastructure networks, from protecting cyberspace to countering the threat of terrorism, our clients range from government agencies to banks, telecoms, transport and utilities companies. Thats why were a destination of choice for intellectually agile, technology-centric graduates. Youll find yourself involved in projects that are as compelling as they are complex. Youll also find yourself in the company of very supportive and talented colleagues who thrive in our friendly and close-knit community. Our rewards are top-drawer, and with so much variety, early responsibility and flexible training, you can shape the way you want your career to develop. Graduates sought Numerate discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 27,00029,000 Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 100+ Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 28 February 2011
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Detica is a leading information intelligence company. We help public and private sector organisations exploit information to deliver critical business services more effectively and economically. We develop solutions to strengthen national security and resilience. From tackling tax fraud to securing infrastructure networks, from protecting cyberspace to meeting the threat of terrorism, our clients range from government agencies to banks, telecoms, transport and utilities companies. By combining technical innovation and domain knowledge with our own unique intellectual property, we integrate and deliver world-class solutions to our clients' most complex operational problems. Thats why were a destination of choice for intellectually agile, technology-centric graduates. If youre one of them, youll find yourself involved in projects that are as compelling as they are complex, often challenging the bounds of what is achievable. Youll also find yourself in the company of very supportive and talented colleagues who thrive in our friendly and close-knit community. Our rewards are top-drawer, and with so much variety, early responsibility and flexible training, you can shape the way you want your career to develop. Because at Detica, what makes you different, is what makes you right.
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Lynn Wilton Ensoft Ltd Ensoft House, 46 Arden Grove, Harpenden, Hertfordshire AL5 4SJ Tel 01582 462662 E-mail recruitment@ensoft.co.uk Web www.ensoft.co.uk Main locations or regions Harpenden, Hertfordshire with opportunities to work in Silicon Valley, California. Areas of activity & job function(s) Ensoft is a leading networking software company developing the systems and protocols that run the internet. We offer graduates the opportunity to work on leading-edge networking technology that is typically only developed within large companies or US-based high-tech start-ups. This wide variety of work is based on our unique long-term relationship with Cisco Systems. Our growth is through graduate recruitment we have no recruitment program for experienced people. This creates a unique opportunity for our graduates to take on the huge variety of technical projects we undertake. The work environment is excellent. We offer flexible working hours and distractions like table football, pool and table tennis, together with a very active social life ranging from weekly breakfasts, lunches and trips to the cinema and local bars, to fell walking and weekends in places like Cape Town and Iceland. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 33,000, rising rapidly in line with performance and with additional substantial bonus, profit share, stock ownership schemes and pension Pattern of recruitment Annual, in Autumn term Form of application CV via email, see our website for details & deadline Approx annual intake 4 Vacation work/courses No
Elma Castillo Metaswitch Networks 100 Church Street, Enfield EN2 6BQ Tel 020 8366 1177 E-mail careers@metaswitch.com Web www.metaswitch.com/careers Main locations or regions North London, Edinburgh, Chester, San Francisco, Washington DC and Dallas Areas of activity & job function(s) Metaswitch Networks (previously Data Connection) is one of the worlds leading communications technology companies. For the past seven years, we have featured in the top 15 of The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For. We recruit exceptional people and train them to become world-class professionals and managers, across our engineering, support, product management, sales and marketing organisations. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 30,000 Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application EAF, online, CV Approx annual intake 40 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Asap
Morgan Stanley Technology 25 Cabot Square Canary Wharf London E14 4QA E-mail graduaterecruitmenteurope@ morganstanley.com Web www.morganstanley.com/careers Main locations or regions Budapest, Hong Kong, London, New York, Tokyo and all major European cities Areas of activity & job function(s) Morgan Stanley's technology function helps all its business units to redefine how they do business in today's global financial markets. Their significant investment in technology has resulted in the world-class infrastructure that adds competitive advantage to Morgan Stanley's businesses in today's challenging markets. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake c. 250 (4060 Technology) Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31 December 2010
"I joined Red Gate straight out of university. Now I'm running our largest business division, working with amazing people and getting to decide what we'll do next. Sometimes I have to pinch myself!"
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Red Gate Software Cambridge, UK Tel 01223 438 530 E-mail careers@red-gate.com Web www.red-gate.com/careers Main locations or regions Cambridge Areas of activity & job function(s) We believe we offer the best graduate careers for anyone not wanting to be a diving instructor in the Maldives. Were in the Sunday Times Top 100 Small Companies to Work For list for the fourth year running. Our award-winning software is used by over 500,000 customers globally. We offer a wide range of graduate roles and an excellent financial and benefits package, including a graduate signing bonus. Most importantly, we offer a great working culture (find out more on our website). Graduates sought Computer Science and numerate or humanities subjects Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 25,00030,000 + 2,000 signing bonus Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 10 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Summer
SunGard 25 Canada Square, London E14 5LQ Web www.sungard.com Main locations or regions As a global company we operate across EMEA, APAC and the Americas. Areas of activity & job function(s) As a Fortune 500 company with annual revenue exceeding $5 billion, SunGard is a global leader in software and processing solutions for financial services, higher education and the public sector. We serve more than 25,000 customers in more than 50 countries worldwide, including the worlds 50 largest financial services companies. Career opportunities include: Professional Services, Consulting, Software Engineering and Marketing. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes, for some positions Starting salary Excellent + benefits Pattern of recruitment Annual; the closing date is 28/02/11, but early application is recommended Form of application Online Approx annual intake 2025 full time, 10 Summer Interns Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31/03/11
Tessella plc 26 The Quadrant Abingdon Science Park Abingdon Oxfordshire OX14 3YS Tel 01235 555511 E-mail jobs@tessella.com Web www.tessella.com Main locations or regions Abingdon, Burton-upon-Trent, Stevenage, Warrington Areas of activity & job function(s) Tessella delivers software engineering and consulting services to world leaders in R&D, science and engineering. Tessellas ability to understand and solve our clients business and technical problems is based on the academic excellence of our staff, our unrivalled training programme and our commitment to quality. Graduates sought Any scientific or numerate discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 23,000 29,000 Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 15 Vacation work/courses No
Philippe van den Berge Tom Tom International BV Oosterdoksstraat 114, 1011 DK Amsterdam, The Netherlands Tel +31 (0)20 757 5000 Web www.tomtom.jobs Main locations or regions Global, with its head office in Amsterdam Areas of activity & job function(s) TomTom is the worlds leading provider of location and navigation solutions. Our working environment is an innovative, fun and dynamic one, full of agile; relentlessly customer focused self starters and entrepreneurs. Our core values open spirit, passion for results, innovative thinking and customer driven remain at the roots of how we work, and we cherish our pioneering spirit. Graduates sought Technical: software engineers; non-technical: marketing & sales Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive + benefits Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Vacation work/courses No
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Velocix 326 Science Park, Milton Road, Cambridge. CB4 0WG Tel +44 1223 395 915 E-mail careers@velocix.com Web www.velocix.com Main locations or regions Cambridge, UK Areas of activity & job function(s) Velocix is on the leading edge of digital media delivery, we are changing the way video is delivered enabling a new generation of digital services. Velocix is an advanced content delivery solution designed specifically for network service providers who are looking to deploy an advanced digital media delivery platform that builds on their existing network assets. Once installed, Velocix enables the creation of new revenue generating premium content services, while also achieving highly differentiated delivery performance. At Velocix, we combine the benefits of working for a dynamic, energetic local company with the resources and global reach of one of the worlds most respected telecommunication suppliers, Alcatel-Lucent. We are looking to recruit the brightest graduates and post-graduates with a genuine interest in developing high-quality, high-performance network products to power the delivery of Petabits of video to millions of viewers around the world. So, if you are looking for a career in software development, test development, network operations or network technologies and have what it takes to join a team of world-class professionals then get in touch today. Graduates sought Engineering, Computer Science, Maths, Physics, Electronics Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive + benefits Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application CV via email Approx annual intake 1020 Vacation work/courses No
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Recruitment Frontier Economics 71 High Holborn, London WC1V 6DA Tel 020 7031 7000 E-mail recruitment@frontier-economics.com Web www.frontiereconomics.com/recruitment Main locations or regions Brussels, Cologne, Madrid and London Areas of activity & job function(s) We work across all industries; competition, strategy, regulation and public policy, providing consulting support to business and policy-makers in over 80 countries around the world. We use core insights from microeconomic theory and quantitative techniques to deliver tailormade strategic advice. The standard entry requirement is an economics MSc. Graduates sought Economics Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake Minimum of 10 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Continuous
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Alicia Fecci, Recruitment Coordinator RBB Economics The Connection, 198 High Holborn, London WC1V 7BD Tel 020 7421 2410 E-mail vacancies@rbbecon.com Web www.rbbecon.com Main locations or regions London, Brussels, The Hague, Melbourne and Johannesburg Areas of activity & job function(s) RBB Economics is an economics consultancy specialising in competition policy. Candidates should have excellent academic credentials in economics, generally to postgraduate level, and an interest in industrial organisation. We seek consultants with a range of quantitative/analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex economic concepts in a clear and concise style. Graduates sought Economics Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application CV and covering letter Approx annual intake No quota Vacation work/courses Yes
Accenture 30 Fenchurch Street, London EC3M 3BD Tel 0500 100 189 E-mail ukgraduates@accenture.com Web accenture.com/targetconsulting Main locations or regions Roles are primarily based in London but full mobility is essential Areas of activity & job function(s) Were an attractive prospect for clients and graduates alike. After all, as a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company, we help some of the worlds most successful, most powerful companies become higher performers. And well do the same for you. Aside from the excellent salary and benefits, you can expect outstanding coaching from the moment you join, mentors and career counsellors, and a combination of classroom and online training courses. Working with high profile clients, youll gain career-defining exposure and responsibility fast. Life for graduates at Accenture begins in the Analyst Consulting Group. Its an opportunity to work across industries and specialisms, and build strong business and technology expertise. And because youll be learning from project to project, youll have the chance to work with many inspiring people. Youll deliver commercial benefits through management consulting, systems integration and technology. For breadth and depth of experience, theres nothing quite like what youll do at Accenture we really do give you the perfect platform to achieve more. Youll typically need to have a 2.1 or above and at least 340 UCAS points and youll also need to show us what youre made of in terms of high performance. Starting salary 31,500 + 10,000 sign-on bonus Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online accenture.com/targetconsulting Approx annual intake Around 500 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by For a full list of dates, visit accenture.com/ukschemes
Francina Mendoza Bain & Company E-mail GraduateRecruiting.London@bain.com Web www.joinbain.com Main locations or regions 41 offices Areas of activity & job function(s) Bain & Company is one of the worlds leading strategy consulting firms, ranked number one Best Firm to Work For by Consulting Magazine for the last six years. We work with top management teams to tackle their key issues and generate lasting financial impact. Our clients include some of the most successful global companies and private equity firms. We look for exceptional graduates and postgraduates from any degree discipline. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online closing date: 08/11/10 Approx annual intake No quota Vacation work/courses No
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Kerstin Meyer Booz & Company 7 Savoy Court The Strand London WC2R 0JP E-mail london.graduate.recruiting@booz.com Web www.booz.com/uk Main locations or regions London Areas of activity & job function(s) Booz & Company is a leading global management consulting firm, helping the worlds top businesses, governments and other institutions to create and deliver essential advantage. Our deep functional expertise, whether in organisation and change, information technology, operations or other areas, provides us with the knowledge to solve our clients toughest problems. Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual, apply by 14 November 2010 Form of application Online (CV and cover letter) Approx annual intake No fixed quota Vacation work/courses Yes, Summer Consultant Programme For vacation work apply by 30th January 2011
Recruitment Co-ordinator The Boston Consulting Group 20 Manchester Square London W1U 3AN United Kingdom Tel 020 7753 5353 E-mail lonrecruiting@bcg.com Web www.bcg.com Main locations or regions London and 69 other offices worldwide Areas of activity & job function(s) The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is a global management consulting firm and the worlds leading advisor on business strategy. We continue to grow and are seeking highly talented graduates to join our world-class team and drive this momentum forward. At BCG you will collaborate daily with the worlds leading businesses on a wide range of high-level strategic challenges. The knowledge, experience and skills youll gain will provide the springboard you need to excel in any field within BCG or beyond. Your potential with us is limited only by your talents and ambitions. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online at www.bcg.com or apply.bcg.com/ukuniversity by 7 November 2010 Approx annual intake No set number Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 30 January 2011
Jane Edye, Graduate Recruitment Manager Capgemini UK plc No. 1 Forge End, Woking, Surrey, GU21 6DB Tel 020 7434 2171 E-mail graduate.careers.uk@ capgemini.com Web www.brighteraltogether.co.uk Main locations or regions London, Woking, West Midlands Areas of activity & job function(s) Capgemini is one of the worlds foremost providers of consulting, technology and outsourcing services, it enables its clients to transform and perform through technologies. Collaboration is a key word in our business. It sums up the way we work with our clients and with each other. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary from 26,500 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 100 Vacation work/courses Yes
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Leila Trezise Corporate Value Associates 6th Floor, Kinnaird House, 1 Pall Mall East, London SW1Y 5AU Tel +44 (0)207 559 5047 E-mail recruituk@corporate-value.com Web www.corporate-value.com Main locations or regions Amsterdam, Beijing, Berlin, Boston, Casablanca, London, Melbourne, Milan, Paris, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, Sydney, Tokyo, Vienna and Washington DC Areas of activity & job function(s) CVA enjoys a worldwide reputation as strategic consultants, helping senior management solve crucial business problems. Thanks to our committed, gifted and personable people, we are privileged to have a large base of satisfied clients who bring us their issues for joint resolution. Over the past 20 successful years we have developed extensive experience in a wide range of topics and industries and have developed rigorous analytical methods. Being a niche but global player enables us to focus our efforts while avoiding bureaucracy and maintaining an entrepreneurial culture. Our company culture fosters a spirit of intellectual rigour, creative application and fun, while the team environment will provide you with support for your development. Graduates sought Any degree discipline, minimum 2.1 you should have an outstanding academic record and be able to demonstrate quantitative skills and commercial awareness as well as exceptional extra-curricular achievements. Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual at entry level closing date: 26/11/10. Continuous for more experienced hires. Form of application E-mail CV and covering letter Approx annual intake 46 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 2 January 2011
Karen McHugh CRA International 99 Bishopsgate London EC2M 3XD Tel 020 7664 3730 E-mail gic-recruitment@crai.com Web www.crai.com/europe/careers Main locations or regions North America, Europe, Middle East and Asia Areas of activity & job function(s) CRA International is a leading consultancy with offices worldwide. Our Management Consulting teams apply high-quality analysis and in-depth market knowledge to help global companies and government organisations make strategic decisions and improve their performance. We are seeking exceptional and ambitious graduates with strong problem-solving skills to join our world-class team. Graduates sought Any discipline, minimum 2. Applications from students needing work permits Yes, for some positions Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online with CV and Cover Letter, deadline 28 November 2010 Approx annual intake 26 Vacation work/courses No
Credo 12 Arthur Street, London EC4R 9AB Tel 020 3206 8800 E-mail recruitment@credo-group.com Web www.credo-group.com Main locations or regions London Areas of activity & job function(s) Credo is a leading boutique strategy consultancy, with global reach, working for the CEOs and boards of todays most forward-thinking and influential companies. We provide solutions for key strategic issues which markets, what business model, how to achieve above market returns. Credo consultants receive early client exposure, six-monthly promotion opportunities and market leading pay. We are a growing, high-performing team, working in a supportive environment where everyone contributes. We hire exceptional individuals with excellent analytical and communication skills and an entrepreneurial attitude. Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary Market leading Pattern of recruitment 2010 deadlines: 8th November (early bird), 13th December (final) Form of application CV and cover letter Approx annual intake 810 Vacation work/courses No
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Megan Fitzpatrick Diamond Management & Technology Consultants 10th Floor, Orion House, 5 Upper St. Martins Lane, London WC2H 9EA Tel 020 7959 7700 E-mail ukrecruiting@diamondconsultants.com Web www.diamondconsultants.com/careers Main locations or regions Chicago, London, New York, Washington DC, Hartford & Mumbai Areas of activity & job function(s) Diamond is a premier management consultancy that advises the top management of major organisations to design and implement strategy, operations and information technology. New hires will have real responsibilities early on, gain a broad range of valuable skills, and enjoy a meritocratic culture. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes, for some positions Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual; closing date: 5 November 2010 Form of application Online Approx annual intake No set quota Vacation work/courses No
Vicky Rees, HR Manager Innovia Technology Ltd St. Andrews House St. Andrews Road Cambridge CB4 1DL Tel 01223 248888 E-mail recruit11_hr@innoviatech.com Web www.innoviatech.com Main locations or regions Cambridge Areas of activity & job function(s) Innovia delivers breakthrough innovations for leading global companies like Procter & Gamble, Shell and PepsiCo. Our multidisciplinary teams combine hard skills (deep technology and business understanding) and soft skills (consumer insight and high impact design) to make a difference in areas from sustainability to life-saving medical products. Were looking for enthusiastic, creative individuals with strong communication skills to help bring ground-breaking ideas to life. Graduates sought Any discipline. Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Cover letter and CV Approx annual intake No fixed number Vacation work/courses Vacation and short-term work available
Recruitment Manager LECG Ltd Davidson Building 5 Southampton Street London WC2E 7HA E-mail careersuk@lecg.com Web www.lecg.com/europe Main locations or regions Offices throughout Europe, the Americas and Asia-Pacific Areas of activity & job function(s) LECG is an economic and financial consulting firm that provides objective analysis to companies, law firms, industry regulators and government bodies. Our team includes chartered accountants, experts in finance, leading professional and academic economists and econometricians, MBAs and industry specialists. We help our clients solve complex, unstructured problems across a range of practice areas including: Economic & Financial Regulation; Valuation & Intellectual Property; Claims & Disputes; Competition Policy; and International Arbitration. Research analysts perform a wide variety of technical roles. Work will typically be analytical in nature, requiring strong quantitative skills and the ability to apply theoretical concepts. Graduates sought Any discipline with a strong logical or quantitative focus Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application CV and covering letter via e-mail or post Approx annual intake Up to 10 Vacation work/courses No
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Emma Sorsky L.E.K. Consulting LLP 40 Grosvenor Place London SW1X 7JL Tel 020 7389 7200 E-mail london.recruit@lek.com Web www.lek.com Main locations or regions Europe, North America, Australia, Asia Areas of activity & job function(s) L.E.K. Consulting is an international consulting firm specialising in strategy development, transaction support and performance improvement. Formed in London in 1983, it has grown to over 850 staff across 20 offices in Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific. Graduates sought All disciplines Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application CV and covering letter to london.recruit@lek.com by 14th November 2010 Approx annual intake 40 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 4 March 2011
Marakon A Charles River Associates Company 99 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 3XD Tel 020 7664 3737 Web www.marakon.com Main locations or regions London, New York and Chicago Areas of activity & job function(s) We are a strategy consultancy that helps executives address the highest value questions at some of the worlds best known companies. Marakon offers a great foundation to launch your career, significant client exposure and responsibility from day one and the training to become a worldclass business advisor. Our consultants are a diverse group of enthusiastic, creative thinkers who are dedicated and down to earth. Graduates sought Exceptional applicants from any discipline; minimum 2.1 and 340 UCAS points Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online by 21 November 2010 Approx annual intake 510 Vacation work/courses No
Patricia Bahs Mars & Co 1218 Grosvenor Gardens London SW1W 0DH Tel 020 7730 4040 E-mail ldn.recruiting@marsandco.com Web www.marsandco.com Main locations or regions Asia, USA, Western Europe Areas of activity & job function(s) Strategic management consulting firm. We bring competitive leverage to a limited number of international leaders in their sector and serve them worldwide on an exclusive basis the only consulting firm of any consequence to guarantee fidelity. We look for well balanced individuals who thrive on team work. Graduates sought Engineering, mathematics and quantitative sciences Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Ongoing Form of application CV & letter, e-mail Approx annual intake No set quota Vacation work/courses No
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Monitor Group Michelin House 81 Fulham Road London SW3 6RD Tel 020 7838 6500 Web www.monitor.com Main locations or regions Offices in Europe, the Americas and Asia Areas of activity & job function(s) Monitor is a leading global strategy consulting firm. We partner with our clients corporations, governments, non-profits as their integrated resource for growth. The results are impressive: we typically double the rates of growth of our clients businesses. How do we do this? Since our founding we have invested heavily in developing leading edge ideas, approaches and methods and in making them practical for clients to use on their toughest problems and biggest opportunities. We have also invested in learning about how to apply these ideas in client organisations and how best to work with clients to achieve the results they seek. This blend of academic inquiry, entrepreneurial spirit, and commercial ambition has remained at Monitors core as it has grown into a world-class strategy company. Graduates sought Any discipline, 2.1 or above Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online. Deadline: 7 November 2010 Approx annual intake No set quota Vacation work/courses Yes summer internship For vacation work apply by 23 January 2011
NERA Economic Consulting 15 Stratford Place, London W1C 1BE Tel 020 7659 8500 E-mail londonrecruitment@nera.com Web www.nera.com Main locations or regions Over 20 offices worldwide Areas of activity & job function(s) NERA Economic Consulting is an international firm of economists who understand how markets work. We have nearly 50 years experience creating strategies, studies, reports, expert testimony, and policy recommendations, which reflects our specialisation in industrial and financial economics. At NERA you can experience a challenging and rewarding work environment that uses rigorous microeconomics, industrial economics, financial economics and econometrics in a business environment to impact markets, competition authorities, regulatory agencies and global corporations. We are seeking talented economists with outstanding academic records. We welcome applications from PhD, masters, and final year undergraduate students. Starting salary Very competitive Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Email Approx annual intake 1015 Vacation work/courses Yes
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Our Firm
Among the world's major strategy consulting firms, Mars & Co is the only one of European origin. Mars & Co was founded in 1979 by Dominique Mars, then a Director of The Boston Consulting Group and, since its inception, its goals have never changed. Its major "raison d'tre" has remained to bring competitive leverage to a very limited number of clients and serve them worldwide on an exclusive basis the only consulting firm of any consequence to guarantee "fidelity". At present, Mars & Co employs approximately 200 consultants in its six offices (New York, London, Paris, San Francisco, Shanghai and Tokyo). Its staff is equally split between Europe and North America, as are its clients.
Our Goals, Value and Operating Principles

Mars & Co's goals are very simply to keep developing the "partnerships" it builds with its very prestigious clients while enabling its staff to grow as harmoniously as possible. Mars & Co's operating principles make it stand out for three basic reasons: We work under the apprenticeship format, i.e. our most senior staff are consultants first and foremost and serve as mentors to the junior staff. Our one-office concept means all Mars & Co's resources are available to its clients, regardless of their location. Our unwavering belief in a meritocracy means that outstanding professional and personal attributes are sure to be rewarded at Mars & Co.
The People Who Join Us Are

Well-balanced individuals with strong personalities. Diverse in background, experience, personal interests and styles. Catalysts for change who stand by their findings. Team players who thrive in an intellectually stimulating environment. Mobile and enjoy travelling domestically and internationally. Good communicators with the ability and the desire to teach others.
The People Who Join Us Have

Degrees from top-ranking colleges, universities and business schools. Strong quantitative skills meshed with creativity to develop practical strategic recommendations from detailed analyses. The intellectual power, mind-set and physical stamina to thrive in a deadline-driven environment. The power of persuasion tempered with a humility and a sense of humour.
Your Career Path: A Successful Apprenticeship

Mars & Co is dedicated to providing its professional staff with superior opportunities for personal growth and income. This is made possible through a career path built around the apprenticeship format. There is no pre-determined promotion schedule at any level within the firm. People are promoted as soon as they can successfully handle a more demanding role and, as a matter of policy, Mars & Co promotes only from within: this is what meritocracy is about. If you wish to join our team, please forward a CV and covering letter to Patricia Bahs Mars & Co 12-18 Grosvenor Gardens London SW1W 0DH www.marsandco.com new york london paris san francisco tokyo shanghai

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Jolanda Hagoort Recruitment Manager OC&C Strategy Consultants 6 New Street Square, London EC4A 3AT Tel 020 7010 8000 E-mail recruitment@occstrategy.com Web www.occstrategy.com Main locations or regions 13 offices across 3 continents Areas of activity & job function(s) We are a strategy consultancy working across all industries, but specialising in retail, consumer, media, telecoms, technology, business services and private equity. We work for Senior Executives, providing clear thinking and solutions to their most challenging strategic problems by combining common sense, experience and rigorous analysis. Graduates enter as Associate Consultants and are integral members of the team from the outset. They enjoy unrivalled early exposure to senior management and are able to make a real contribution to the strategic issues that we aim to solve. OC&C is a genuine meritocracy and we strive to foster an open and relaxed atmosphere. We are looking for Oxbridge graduates from any discipline who are numerate and have a creative, analytical mind. We offer a very competitive remuneration package and a comprehensive training programme which includes travel abroad. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Top of the market Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online CV and covering letter, apply by 14 November 2010 Approx annual intake No fixed quota Vacation work/courses Yes Summer Internships and International Strategy Workshop (2528 November 2010, visit www.weknowyoucan.com for more information) For vacation work apply by 30 January 2011
Caroline Vaux (GMC) and Helen Barthorpe (FSC ) Oliver Wyman 55 Baker Street, London W1U 8EW Tel 020 7333 8333 E-mail recruitinguk@oliverwyman.com Web www.oliverwyman.com/careers Main locations or regions London and other locations across the Americas, Asia, Australia and Europe Areas of activity & job function(s) Oliver Wyman is a leading global management consultancy. We combine deep industry knowledge with specialised expertise in strategy, operations and risk management. We work alongside our clients to develop practical solutions that deliver real impact. Our firm is specifically structured to attract, retain and reward outstanding people. At Oliver Wyman, you will be given unrivalled opportunities for personal and professional growth, in a supportive environment that encourages the pursuit of individual interests. From the outset, new consultants are given client-facing roles and real responsibility. We are a true meritocracy, and pride ourselves on our friendly and collegial culture. You can apply for both Financial Services Management Consulting (FSC) and General Management Consulting (GMC) career tracks with one application. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual please see website for details Form of application CV and covering letter online via www.oliverwyman.com/careers Approx annual intake No fixed quota Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 30 January 2011
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Want to develop projects that will make a difference in your local community? Want to build relationships with some of the top employers in the country? SIFE could be the answer. SIFE is an international not-for-profit organisation that mobilises university students to make a difference in their communities while developing the skills to become socially responsible business leaders. An annual series of regional and national competitions provides a forum for teams to present the results of their projects, and advance to the prestigious SIFE World Cup. To be put in touch with the SIFE team at your University, contact SIFE UK Programme Director: Tom Saunders (tsaunders@sife.org) See www.sifeuk.org for more information.
Alison Gomm Oxera Park Central, 4041 Park End Street, Oxford OX1 1JD Tel 01865 253000 E-mail alison.gomm@oxera.com Web www.oxera.com Main locations or regions Oxford, Brussels and London Areas of activity & job function(s) Independent economics consultancy specialising in corporate finance, regulation, competition policy and performance assessment applied to communications, utilities and financial services sectors. The work is innovative and challenging, utilising your economics skills and developing your intellectual capital. Graduates sought Economics Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application CV and covering letter Approx annual intake Ten Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 25 February 2011
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Charlotte Hesp The Parthenon Group 39 Sloane Street, London SW1X 9LP Tel 020 7201 0460 E-mail undergrad@parthenon.com Web www.parthenon.com Main locations or regions London, Boston, Mumbai and San Francisco Areas of activity & job function(s) A leading advisory firm focused on strategic consulting for global CEOs and business leaders. Boutique strategy consultants serving clients in Fortune 500 and private equity, we undertake assignments across a wide spectrum of markets and industries; case teams have recently worked on luxury hotels, industrial components, publishing, e-learning and consumer products. Through formal and on-the-job training and mentoring, Associates acquire valuable analytical and interpersonal skills that not only make them effective in their job, but also equip them with expertise applicable to any career they choose to pursue. Associates contribute to projects in a multitude of ways: from market analysis to customer interviews to task force leadership. Parthenons non-hierarchical environment enables Associates to take initiative and drive their Parthenon experience. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual please see our website for deadlines Form of application CV and covering letter to undergrad@parthenon.com Approx annual intake Four Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 16/01/11
PwC Graduate Recruitment Centre, PO Box 5885, Birmingham B3 2QE Tel 0808 100 1500 or +44 (0)121 265 5852 Web pwc.com/uk/careers/ Main locations or regions Offices nationwide Areas of activity & job function(s) Who we are We help our clients and our people create the value they want. In our Consulting practice, you can choose to start your career in one of three areas. Management Consulting focuses on building your core skills. After a 21 month rotation, youll specialise in either; operations, finance, people & change, risk, technology, or project & programme management. Alternatively you may want to specialise early in your career, the routes are Strategy Consulting focuses on the high-level strategic issues businesses face. The advice offered covers everything from competitors and the state of the market, to consumer behaviour and pricing strategy. Economic Consulting is a specialist area where professional economists work alongside clients to tackle the complex business and policy issues they face. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive plus benefits Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake c.150 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by See our website to avoid disappointment
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Engineering
See page 43 in the Guide for more about careers in engineering.
Engineering
Useful sources
Career Sector Site Engineering CLICK Careers Service Emails: Engineering GradLink now online Vacancies & Online at www.careers.cam.ac.uk
Claire Powell, Recruitment Manager Roland Berger Strategy Consultants 6th Floor, 55 Baker Street, London W1U 8EW Tel 020 3075 1105 E-mail claire powell@uk.rolandberger.com Web www.rolandberger.com Main locations or regions 36 offices worldwide Areas of activity & job function(s) The firm offers creative strategies that work innovative yet pragmatic answers for todays business leaders. We work with blue-chip clients across all major business sectors. Graduate/Junior Consultants provide analytical work and develop pragmatic solutions, interact with clients and are given responsibility commensurate with their ability. Graduates sought Any discipline with first or 2.1 Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Deadline: 01/12/10 Form of application Online only Approx annual intake 35 Vacation work/courses Summer internships For vacation work apply by 11/02/11
ZS Associates Tel 020 7915 4284 Web www.zsassociates.com Main locations or regions Europe, North America, Asia Areas of activity & job function(s) ZS Associates is a global management consulting firm with unique market focus, specializing in sales and marketing consulting, capability building and outsourcing. 9095 per cent of our clients are in the healthcare sector and we are a valued partner to many Fortune 100 and 500 companies in this area. Our proven expertise and history make ZS the best choice for clients. We seek graduates for full-time positions in our offices in London, Frankfurt, Zurich and Milan. Graduates sought Any discipline; with proven analytical skills Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake Multiple vacancies across Europe Vacation work/courses No
Events at Cambridge
CUES Engineering Society Fair (Michaelmas 10) Science, Engineering & Technology Event (11 Nov 10)
AkzoNobel Graduate Recruitment Wexham Road Slough Berkshire SL2 5DS E-mail grad.recruitment@akzonobel.com Web www.akzonobel.com/graduates Main locations or regions UK Areas of activity & job function(s) AkzoNobel is the largest global paints and coatings company and a major producer of specialty chemicals. Recognised in the Guardians UK 300 survey as a top graduate employer, AkzoNobel is a Fortune 500 company and ranked as one of the leaders on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index. We offer graduate programmes, industrial placements and internships. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 25,50027,500 + joining bonus + flexible benefits Pattern of recruitment See our website Form of application Online Approx annual intake See our website Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by See our website
CALLING ALL OF NATURES GREAT PERFORMERS.
The dolphin. The ultimate listening device. Inspired by a dolphins sonar, our Astute submarine sonar system has the worlds largest number of hydrophones, giving it the biggest ears of any sonar system in service today. In fact, the perfect performance in nature is a great source of inspiration for our people, who are always looking to develop the most effective defence, aerospace and security systems on earth.
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AWE The Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE) Aldermaston Reading Berkshire RG7 4PR Tel +44 (0)118 982 9009 E-mail careers@awe.co.uk Web www.awe.co.uk Main locations or regions Near Reading, Berkshire Areas of activity & job function(s) We are the nations largest high-tech research, development and production facility, providing and maintaining the warheads for the countrys nuclear deterrent and supporting national nuclear security. We cover the whole lifecycle of nuclear warheads from initial concept and design, through component manufacture and assembly, to in-service support, decommissioning and disposal. Graduates sought Have or expect a good degree, HND, MSc or PhD Starting salary Competitive salary and benefits package Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online at www.awe.co.uk Approx annual intake 20 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by March
BAE Systems Tel 01772 677277 Web www.baesystems.com/graduates Main locations or regions Sites around the UK Areas of activity & job function(s) Few organisations can offer opportunities as exciting and challenging as ours in the fields of business, engineering and finance. Whether its our Graduate Development Framework (GDF), Finance Leader Development Programme (FLDP) or the Sigma Leadership Programme (SLP), all of them provide a mix of training and experiences that will help you become one of our great performers. Graduates sought Engineering roles minimum 2.1 honours degree in an engineering, numerate or scientific discipline. Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary GDF 24,00028,000 Pattern of recruitment Application before the end of December is strongly recommended Form of application Online Approx annual intake 200 GDF, 12 FLDP, 5 Sigma, 30 industrial placements, 7 FLDP industrial placements Vacation work/courses No
British Sugar plc Sugar Way Peterborough PE2 9AY Tel 01733 422398 E-mail graduate.recruitment @britishsugar.com Web www.notjustsugar.com Main locations or regions East Anglia and the East Midlands Areas of activity & job function(s) British Sugar Group is one of the largest sugar producers in the world and a wholly owned subsidiary of Associated British foods plc: a FTSE 100 international food ingredients group. We operate in ten countries throughout the world, employing 42,000 employees, producing 5 million tonnes of sugar per year. Graduates sought Chemical, Electrical, Process and Mechanical Engineering; Chemistry, Applied Chemistry & Biochemistry; Business, Finance related degrees; Agriculture, biological and environmental sciences Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 2530k Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 20 Vacation work/courses No
DSTL Graduate Recruitment Room 8, Building 106 Dstl Porton Down Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 0JQ Tel 01980 613755 E-mail graduates@dstl.gov.uk Web www.dstl.gov.uk/careers Main locations or regions Salisbury, Wiltshire; Portsmouth, Hampshire; Sevenoaks, Kent Areas of activity & job function(s) Dstl, the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, is a trading fund of the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and its trusted adviser on defencerelated science and technology. Graduates sought Applied Sciences, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Biological & Health Sciences, Systems Analysis, Operational Research, Chemistry and Mathematics. Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Circa 23,000 Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 50 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 9 January 2011
Engineering
GlaxoSmithKline University Recruitment Team 980 Great West Road Brentford Middlesex TW8 9GS Web www.gsk.com/uk-students Main locations or regions Based in the UK, with operations in the US and more than 100 other countries worldwide Areas of activity & job function(s) GlaxoSmithKline is a place where ideas come to life. As one of the worlds leading research-based pharmaceutical companies, GSK is dedicated to delivering products and medicines that help millions of people around the world to do more, feel better and live longer. We offer opportunities in Engineering, Science, IT, Sales and Marketing, Health Outcomes, Finance, and Purchasing. Graduates sought Refer to website Starting salary Competitive salary and benefits package Pattern of recruitment Visit website for closing dates Form of application Online Approx annual intake 4050 Vacation work/courses Yes
Jaguar Land Rover Web www.jaguarlandrovercareers.com Main locations or regions Midlands and North West Areas of activity & job function(s) Were the name behind some of the worlds most luxurious and desirable cars. To maintain our market leading status, every tiny detail counts and well devote exactly the same level of attention to you. In addition to roles within Product Development and Manufacturing Engineering, our graduate programme encompasses everything from IT and HR through to Marketing, Sales and Service, and Finance and Purchasing. We have an enviable heritage, but an even more exciting future come and be part of it. Graduates sought Any relevant degree, see website for details Starting salary 27,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 135 Vacation work/courses Yes Product Development placements only For vacation work apply by 31 December 2010
Johnson Matthey Orchard Road, Royston, Herts SG8 5HE E-mail recruit@matthey.com Web www.matthey.com Main locations or regions Across the UK; including Hertfordshire, Oxfordshire, Lancashire and Teesside Areas of activity & job function(s) Johnson Matthey is a speciality chemicals company focused on its core skills in catalysis, precious metals, fine chemicals and process technology. Rigorous in environmental policies, many of our products have a major beneficial impact on the environment and enhance the quality of life for millions of people around the world. Graduates sought For technical roles: chemistry, metallurgy, chemical or automotive engineering. For sales and marketing roles: any discipline, preferably with language skills Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive package Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online: www.matthey.com/careers Approx annual intake 7080 Vacation work/courses Yes
Jennifer Sheehan Mercedes-Benz HighPerformanceEngines Mercedes-Benz Technology Centre Morgan Drive Brixworth Northamptonshire NN6 9GZ E-mail students@mercedes-benzhpe.com Web www.mercedes-benz-hpe.com Main locations or regions Brixworth, Northamptonshire Areas of activity & job function(s) Mercedes-Benz HPEs principal activities are the design and manufacture of Formula 1 racing engines and hybrid systems. We are looking for graduates for our engineering, manufacturing and operations departments. Graduates sought Engineering/other Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 510 Vacation work/courses No
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National Grid Web www.nationalgrid.com/freshtalent Main locations or regions Warwickshire, Berkshire, Leicestershire, Leeds, Isle of Grain (Kent), Manchester Areas of activity & job function(s) The UKs largest utility business, few organisations operate on our size and scale. We can offer ambitious individuals the chance to gain an overview of this essential industry. Our Graduate Development Programme offers experience in three different business areas designed to accelerate your development. Combine this with extensive technical and behavioural training and you are ready to take on future challenging roles and responsibilities. The student placements we offer are an ideal way to develop hands-on experience in a large organisation. Even better, it provides a head-start for your career, both by letting you get a feel for different types of work, and by putting you in a strong position for future opportunities with National Grid. For those looking to specialise in the power sector we also offer the Engineer Training Programme, youll develop your skills through a mix of practical work and academic study. Graduates sought Aeronautical/aerospace chemical civil/structural electrical electronics mechanical physical sciences mathematics business studies management economics statistics logistics information technology geography real estate Starting salary c.24,500 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 120 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by An early application is recommended
Network Rail 11th Floor, Human Resources 40 Melton Street London NW1 2EE Tel 0845 601 4228 E-mail enquiry@networkrailgraduates.co.uk Web networkrail.co.uk/graduates Main locations or regions United Kingdom Areas of activity & job function(s) No other organisation touches as many lives across the nation, every day. Network Rail offers a range of graduate programmes and numerous placement opportunities. Join them, and youll become part of the organisation that Britain relies on. Graduates sought See website for details Applications from students needing work permits See website for details Starting salary See website for details Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 135 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by See website for details
Procter & Gamble E-mail recunitedkingdom.im@pg.com Web www.pgcareers.com Main locations or regions UK, Ireland, mainland Europe Areas of activity & job function(s) P&G is a dynamic, fast-moving, multibillion dollar FMCG business. At P&G, Information and Decision Solutions stretches far beyond the traditional hardware and software aspects of information technology. IDS is a key business enabler that spans technology tools, strategic development and collaboration to build relevant connections and drive better decision making. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 28,600 Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 20 Vacation work/courses 10 week summer internships For vacation work apply by 31 December 2010 and 20 March 2011
Engineering
Finance
See pages 4446 in the Guide for more about careers in finance.
Accountancy, financial management, taxation
Useful sources
CLICK Careers Service Emails: Financial Services GradLink now online Vacancies & Online at www.careers.cam.ac.uk
Rolls-Royce plc PO Box 31 Derby DE24 8BJ Tel 01332 333 333 E-mail hrsharedservicecentre @rolls-royce.com Web www.rolls-royce.com/careers Main locations or regions UK (Bristol, Coventry, Derby and Scotland), USA, Canada, China, Singapore, Germany, the Nordics Areas of activity & job function(s) Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Manufacture Leadership, HR, Commercial, Customer Management, Project Management Graduates sought Engineering and manufacturing leadership programmes require engineering/science subjects. All other programmes open to all disciplines. Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment See website Form of application Online Approx annual intake 200+ Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Please see website for details
Human Resources Wolfson Microelectronics plc Westfield House, 26 Westfield Road, Edinburgh EH11 2QB Web www.wolfsongrads.com Main locations or regions UK Areas of activity & job function(s) Wolfson Microelectronics is a global leader in the supply of high performance mixed-signal semiconductor solutions to the consumer electronics market. In the home, in the office and on the move, our innovative technology is at the heart of many of the worlds leading digital consumer goods. Graduates sought Engineering and science Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive + benefits Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake See website for details
Events at Cambridge
Banking & Finance Event (13 Oct 10) Business & Management Event (10 Nov 10) Internships and Vacation Work Event (2 Dec 10)
BAE Systems Tel 01772 677277 Web www.baesystems.com/graduates Main locations or regions Sites around the UK Areas of activity & job function(s) If youre looking for a rewarding career in finance, youll have the opportunity to move around the business and gain experience in the different facets of financial operations management with BAE Systems. Youll quickly become involved in delivering financial and operational performance within a variety of roles. Its everything youd expect from an advanced finance programme. Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary FLDP 27,000, 12-month finance placement 17,000 Pattern of recruitment Application before end of December strongly recommended Form of application Online Approx annual intake 12 FLDP, 7 FLDP industrial placements Vacation work/courses No
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Human Resources Manager Dixon Wilson 22 Chancery Lane London WC2A 1LS Tel 020 7680 8100 E-mail careers@dixonwilson.co.uk Web www.dixonwilson.co.uk Main locations or regions London and Paris Areas of activity & job function(s) Dixon Wilson is one of the leading accountancy firms in the UK, with offices in London and Paris. We specialise in providing accountancy, audit and tax advice and strategic planning to private clients, companies, entrepreneurs and their businesses. Graduates are recruited for trainee chartered accountancy positions to work in all areas of the practice. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Will be considered Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment February and September Form of application EAF Approx annual intake 1214 London, 12 Paris Vacation work/courses No
ICAEW Metropolitan House, 321 Avebury Boulevard, Milton Keynes MK9 2FZ Tel +44 (0)1908 248 040 E-mail careers@icaew.com Web icaew.com/careers Main locations or regions There are over 2,500 authorised training employers across the UK and internationally Areas of activity & job function(s) The ACA qualification from ICAEW, a world leader of the accountancy and finance profession, offers you limitless career opportunities in any business sector, from accountancy practice to commerce, industry and the public sector. Graduates sought All degree disciplines Applications from students needing work permits Yes, varies depending on each employer offering the ACA Starting salary Varies depending on ICAEW authorised training employer Pattern of recruitment Ongoing Form of application Apply direct to authorised training employers via ICAEW Training Vacancies website: icaew.com/careers Approx annual intake 5,000 Vacation work/courses Yes
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland CA House 21 Haymarket Yards Edinburgh EH12 5BH Tel 0131 347 0161 E-mail catraining@icas.org.uk Web www.ca-training.co.uk Main locations or regions UK-wide, the Channel Islands and Luxembourg Areas of activity & job function(s) ICAS was the worlds first professional accountancy body and the letters CA can still only be used in the UK by our members. As an ICAS-trained CA, youll benefit from a stable and defined career path and enjoy the financial rewards that come with this prestigious qualification. CA training will give you the all-round business skills needed in todays competitive global business environment. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Varies by employer Starting salary Varies by employer Pattern of recruitment Varies by employer Form of application Online Approx annual intake 1,000 Vacation work/courses Yes, varies by employer
Graduate Recruitment Department KPMG 15 Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London E14 5GL Tel Freephone 0500 664 665 E-mail ukfmgraduate@kpmg.co.uk Web www.kpmg.co.uk/careers Main locations or regions We have 23 offices in the UK Areas of activity & job function(s) KPMG in the UK is one of the leading firms of business advisers providing audit, tax and advisory services to a wide range of clients from governments to retail outlets to charities. We offer a number of different entry routes for graduates, most of which lead to a professional qualification. Please visit our website to find out more and apply online. Graduates sought Any degree discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes, for some positions Starting salary Competitive with excellent benefits package Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online only Approx annual intake 900 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Ongoing
Actuarial
PwC Graduate Recruitment Centre PO Box 5885 Freepost KE3079 Birmingham B3 3QE Tel 0808 100 1500 or +44 (0)121 265 5852 Web pwc.com/uk/careers/ Main locations or regions Offices nationwide Areas of activity & job function(s) Who we are We help our clients and our people create the value they want. We work alongside our clients from public and private companies to governments and charities to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them. We have big ambitions to grow, and if youre serious about a career in business, we dont think anyone else can give you a better start. Students agree: were proud theyve voted us number one in The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers survey for the last seven years based on the opportunity we offer. What we offer Wherever you join us, youll benefit from graduate training that gives you breadth and depth of knowledge, support to gain a professional qualification, and the chance to work with different teams and offices. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes, for some positions Starting salary Competitive + flexible benefits + interest-free loan Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake c.1,200 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by See our website to avoid disappointment
PwC Graduate Recruitment Centre PO Box 5885 Freepost KE3079 Birmingham B3 2QE Tel 0808 100 1500 or +44 (0)121 265 5852 Web pwc.com/uk/careers/ Main locations or regions Offices nationwide Areas of activity & job function(s) Who we are We help our clients and our people create the value they want. We work alongside our clients from public and private companies to governments and charities to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them. About actuarial Actuarial work is sometimes seen as risk management and whilst we cant predict the future, as actuaries we can help prepare for it. We use financial and statistical techniques to analyse the likelihood of events and their implications for value. Find out more Go to our website to understand each area in more detail: Actuarial & Insurance Management Solutions which works in the insurance field, Human Resource Consulting in the field of pensions or HR Analytics in the field of reward consultancy. Graduates sought Any discipline but we require an A in maths at A-level Applications from students needing work permits Yes, for some positions Starting salary Competitive + flexible benefits + interest-free loan Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake c.40 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by See our website to avoid disappointment
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Barclays Wealth 1 Churchill Place, Canary Wharf, London E14 5HP Web www.barclayswealthgraduates .com/Cambridge Main locations or regions London, Dublin, Lisbon, Madrid, Milan, Monaco, Mumbai, Geneva, Johannesburg, Singapore, Hong Kong, UK Regions Areas of activity & job function(s) Barclays Wealth, part of Barclays Bank, is a leading global and the UKs largest wealth manager. It focuses on private and intermediary clients worldwide, providing international and private banking, investment management, fiduciary services and brokerage. It has 151.2bn total client assets under management (as at 31/12/09), 7,400 employees and operates in over 20 countries. Barclays Wealth primarily recruits into its private banking functions. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual, apply by 14 November 2010 Form of application Online Approx annual intake 80 ft / 40 interns Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 30 December 2010
Deutsche Bank Tel 020 7545 3033 Web www.db.com/careers Main locations or regions London, New York, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore Areas of activity & job function(s) Deutsche Bank competes to be the leading global provider of financial services, balancing passion with precision to deliver superior solutions for our clients. Named the Best Global Investment Bank for 20092010 in Euromoney Magazines annual Awards for Excellence, we are a leader in Germany and Europe and are continuously growing in North America, Asia and key emerging markets. Graduates sought All degree disciplines you must be on course to receive a 2.1 or equivalent. Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online at www.db.com/careers Approx annual intake 1,000 globally Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 2 January 2011
Goldman Sachs International Web www.gs.com/careers Main locations or regions In Europe, opportunities available in London, Frankfurt, Paris, Moscow and Zurich. Opportunities also available in worldwide locations. Areas of activity & job function(s) The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is a leading global financial services firm providing investment banking, securities and investment management services to a substantial and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and high-net-worth individuals. Founded in 1869, the firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices in London, Frankfurt, Tokyo, Hong Kong and other major financial centers around the world. Goldman Sachs welcomes graduates from a wide range of university courses and backgrounds. There are a number of different stages when graduates can consider joining Goldman Sachs. Naturally, they will be given different degrees of exposure and responsibility but whether it is as an intern, a new analyst or a new associate, successful applicants will immediately become part of the team with a real and substantial role to play. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online with CV and covering letter Approx annual intake 300 Vacation work/courses Yes (internships and work placements) For vacation work apply by Please refer to www.gs.com/careers for further details
Banking
J.P. Morgan 125 London Wall, EC2Y 5AJ Web jpmorgan.com/careers Main locations or regions Pan-European with a London base Areas of activity & job function(s) From the start, J.P. Morgans goal has been to become the worlds most respected, successful and influential investment bank. Two hundred years on, this hasnt changed. J.P. Morgan is an industry innovator, setting the pace of change in global finance, executing first-class business, in a first-class way. We work in collaboration across the globe to mobilise the best financial products and deliver the best solutions to our clients. We operate in over 150 countries and hold global leadership positions across our businesses. Opportunities for interns and graduates are available in Asset Management, IB Risk, Investment Banking, Finance, Operations & Business Services, Private Bank, Sales, Trading & Research, and Technology. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Highly competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online, apply by 14 November 2010 Approx annual intake 300 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 12 December 2010
Shelley Chappell Lazard 50 Stratton Street, London W1J 8LL Tel 0207 187 2215 E-mail shelley.chappell@lazard.com Web www.lazard.com Main locations or regions London, New York, Paris Areas of activity & job function(s) Lazard, one of the worlds preeminent financial advisory and asset management firms, operates from 40 cities across 26 countries in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, Central and South America. We solve complex financial challenges for a client base that includes corporations, partnerships, institutions, governments and high-net-worth individuals. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online only at www.lazard.com/apply Approx annual intake 12 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 26/11/10
Mitsubishi UFJ Securities International plc 25 Ropemaker Street, London EC2Y 9AJ E-mail graduate.enquiries@int.sc.mufg.jp Web www.musigraduates.com Main locations or regions London Areas of activity & job function(s) MUSI is active throughout the international capital markets, focusing on debt, equity, derivatives and structured products. Opportunities exist across the front office in sales, trading and research. In addition, there are opportunities across corporate infrastructure including operations, risk and product control. Full details of all opportunities can be found by going to www.musigraduates.com Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 12 Graduates 12 Interns Vacation work/courses n/a
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EMEA Graduate Recruitment Team Morgan Stanley 25 Cabot Square, Canary Wharf London E14 4QA E-mail graduaterecruitmenteurope@ morganstanley.com Web www.morganstanley.com/careers Main locations or regions Dubai, Hong Kong, London, New York, Tokyo and all major European cities. Areas of activity & job function(s) Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm has over 60,000 employees in 42 countries. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake c. 250 graduates and 300 internship vacancies Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31 December 2010
Nomura One Angel Lane, London EC4R 3AB Web www.nomura.com/careers Main locations or regions London, Tokyo, New York and Hong Kong Areas of activity & job function(s) Nomura is fast becoming a global leader in investment banking, boasting a worldwide reach and a strong balance sheet. Our growth has been characterised by an entrepreneurial spirit, a passion for innovation and an ambition to become this centurys global investment bank. If you share our drive, apply now at www.nomura.com/careers Graduates sought All degree disciplines (min 2.1 or equivalent) Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive salary and bonus structure Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake Determined by business demand Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by the internship section on our website
Rothschild New Court St. Swithins Lane London EC4P 4DU Tel +44 (0)20 7280 5000 E-mail gradrecruit@rothschild.com Web www.rothschild.com/careers Main locations or regions We have offices in over 30 countries. In the UK, we recruit into London, Manchester, Birmingham and Leeds Areas of activity & job function(s) Rothschilds principal activities are divided into Global Financial Advisory (M&A & Strategic Advisory and Financial Advisory & Restructuring), Wealth Management, Merchant Banking and Banking. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Please refer to our website for various closing dates Form of application Strictly online only Approx annual intake UK 30; Worldwide 100 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Various please see our website for more details
The Royal Bank of Scotland Group Web www.makeitrbs.com Main locations or regions UK, Continental Europe, the USA, Asia and APAC. Areas of activity & job function(s) Few organisations can offer the choice of careers graduates will discover at RBS. The variety of options available across Global Banking & Markets is a match for the very best graduate talent. Programmes offered include: Markets (Trading, Sales, Research & Strategy, Structuring) and Banking (Corporate Finance, Portfolio, Debt Capital Markets, Equity Origination, Sector & Country Coverage ), we also have opportunities within GBM Operations and GBM Technology. Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary competitive plus benefit funding Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake Vacancies for over 500 graduates and over 500 interns in 2011 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Varies by programme please check www.makeitrbs.com
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Societe Generale DRHG/CPP/REC/CPM 75886 Paris Cedex 18 France Web http://careers.societegenerale.com Main locations or regions 83 countries worldwide. Areas of activity & job function(s) Societe Generale is a leading financial services provider in the euro zone. Professionalism, team spirit and innovation are our corporate values, reflected in all of our actions and within the diversity of our 157,000 employees around the world. Our career opportunities (graduate programmes in Corporate & Investment Banking and in General Inspection, VIE and summer & long-term internships) represent the possibility to gain significant international exposure while assuming responsibilities in a team and improving your knowledge and skills of the industry. People who count for us are strong academic performers with an analytical spirit able to adapt to an evolving environment. Team spirit, curiosity and languages are key to succeed. Join us to build the career that you strive for! Graduates sought Business/economics/mathematics Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual for some positions & continuous for others Form of application Online Approx annual intake 1,000+ (worldwide) Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Please see website for more detailed information
Fruitful recruitment events

Apply for one of our exclusive recruitment events and not only will you have the chance to develop crucial skills to improve your employability, you will also have the unique opportunity to meet and impress leading graduate recruiters in your chosen sector. For more information about the following events, visit: target-events.co.uk
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Theres never been a more thrilling time to join Nomura. Armed with a powerful balance sheet, were poised to become the new force in global investment banking, making history once more. From our main offices in London, Tokyo, Hong Kong and New York, and through a network of offices in over 30 countries, we continue to innovate and develop at a momentous pace. But best of all, with our people and their entrepreneurial spirit at the centre of everything we do, how we succeed is down to you. Join us, and youll be exposed to a business that allows you to define its character a business with ambitions to become this centurys greatest investment bank. Find your perfect position at www.nomura.com/careers

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Teach First 4 More London Riverside, London SE1 2AU Tel 0203 117 2498 E-mail faq@teachfirst.org.uk Web www.teachfirst.org.uk Main locations or regions East Midlands, London, North East, North West, West Midlands, Yorkshire Areas of activity & job function(s) Teach First is a charity that enables high-calibre graduates to make a real impact in addressing educational disadvantage. Through the two-year Leadership Development Programme participants become effective teachers and leaders, gaining a PGCE teaching qualification along the way. Graduates gain a unique platform of skills and experience to take forward into any future management career. Graduates sought 2.1 degree or above and 300 UCAS points (or equivalent, excluding General Studies) required, in a degree or A-levels that satisfy our teaching subject requirements. Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online Approx annual intake 730 vacancies Vacation work/courses No
Dorthe Habersatter, located at HQ in CH Swiss Re 30 St Mary Axe, London EC3A 8EP Tel +41 (0)43 285 66 91 E-mail dorthe _ habersatter@swissre.com Web www.swissre.com/graduates Main locations or regions Offices in more than 20 countries; headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland Areas of activity & job function(s) Founded in 1863, Swiss Re is a leading and highly diversified global reinsurer operating in more than 20 countries. The companys traditional reinsurance products and related services for property and casualty, as well as the life and health business, are complemented by insurance-based corporate finance solutions and supplementary services for comprehensive risk management. Swiss Re combines professional resources and skills with customer focus to deliver economic profit growth. Graduates sought All disciplines Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online application, interview, assessment day Approx annual intake 50 worldwide Vacation work/courses No
CII 20 Aldermanbury London EC2V 7HY Tel +44 (0)20 8989 8464 E-mail discover@cii.co.uk Web www.discoverrisk.co.uk The CII is the worlds largest professional body for risk, insurance and financial services, with more than 95,000 members in over 150 countries. The UK is the worlds third largest market for insurance, and Europes largest by far. More than 30 per cent of all financial services roles are in our sector. The Discover Risk website brings these employers together in one place, showing opportunities for you, interview tips, and key sector news. We have also launched a new low-cost membership scheme exclusively for full-time students at UK universities. This gives you key sector insight, networking opportunities and soft copies of all member communications at a much lower price than the standard package. Whether you are interested in underwriting, broking, risk management, loss adjusting, claims management or a business support function, this will give you the edge.
Baillie Gifford & Co Calton Square, 1 Greenside Row, Edinburgh EH1 3AN Tel 0131 275 2000 Web www.bailliegifford.com Main locations or regions Edinburgh Areas of activity & job function(s) We are one of the UKs leading privately owned investment management firms with over 55 billion under management. We are recruiting graduates to join our investment, IT and operations programmes. Graduates sought Any discipline for investment and ops. IT related for the IT programme. Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Closing dates investment 30/11/2010, IT and ops 31/12/2010. Form of application CV and covering letter Approx annual intake Approx. six Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31 January 2011
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Barclays Capital 5 The North Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London E14 4BB Web www.barcap.com/expectexcellence Main locations or regions Europe, Americas, Asia Pacific Areas of activity & job function(s) Barclays Capital is the investment banking division of Barclays Bank PLC. We have graduate and internship opportunities in areas right across the firm, including: Compliance, Corporate Communications, Finance, Global Financial Risk Management, Human Resources, Investment Banking, Legal, Marketing, Operations, Prime Services, Quantitative Analytics, Research, Sales, Structuring, Technology and Trading. Graduates sought All disciplines Applications from students needing work permits Accepted Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Internships 31 December 2010 Form of application Online application system Approx annual intake 500 full-time globally Vacation work/courses Yes
Graduate Recruitment Team M&G Investments Laurence Pountney Hill London EC4R 0HH Web www.mandg.co.uk Main locations or regions City of London Areas of activity & job function(s) With approximately 182bn* under management and a record of investment excellence stretching back over more than 75 years, M&G is one of the UKs leading and most respected fund management groups. We have graduate opportunities in various business areas including Fixed Income, Equities, Retail and in our Information Systems and Business Change Analysis teams. *as at 31 March 2010 Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake Eleven Vacation work/courses No
Emma Flockhart Martin Currie Investment Management Ltd 20 Castle Terrace Saltire Court Edinburgh EH1 2ES Tel 0131 479 4714 E-mail graduaterecruitment@ martincurrie.com Web www.martincurrie.com/careers Main locations or regions Edinburgh Areas of activity & job function(s) Martin Currie is a specialist investment management business based in Edinburgh, Scotland. Employee-owned, it manages 11.8bn in active equity portfolios for clients across Europe, North America and around the world. An independent big boutique, Martin Currie blends the attributes of both large and small investment managers. Graduates sought 2.1 or above in preferably a statistical/analytical degree although all degrees considered Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application CV and covering letter by email Approx annual intake Two Vacation work/courses No
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If you want to use your skills and experience to make the world a better place you might want to consider the very broad range of careers outside the corporate sector charities, ethical businesses, international organisations or the public sector. For more information about the range of careers see pages 4648 in this Guide and use the many resources available through the Careers Service e.g. Vacancies & Opportunities at www.careers.cam.ac.uk CLICK Careers Service Emails For-More-Than-Profit GradLink Cambridge graduates in FMTP work are happy to be contacted through our GradLink database now online
Christian Aid Concordia International Volunteers Development in Action Frontier Harambee Centre Inter-Cultural Youth Exchange (ICYE) International Voluntary Service (IVS) Jesuit Volunteering Karen Hill Tribes Mott MacDonald RedR (disaster relief ) SOS Childrens Villages Task Brazil Village-to-Village VSO (Voluntary Service Overseas) World Service Enquiry World Vision UK
To find out about this years Work to Change the World event go to the diary section of www.careers.cam.ac.uk
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Charities Advisory Trust Co-operative Group Concep Consulting EcoConsulting Garrad Hassan & Partners Lloyds Register Group Mott MacDonald Radical Routes Rocket Science Social Market Foundation TATA Group Tribal
Who are the organisations?

Here is a selection of the kinds of organisations that attend the Work to Change the World event each year (our careers event for the notfor-profit sector). We have grouped these potential employers into broad sectors so cross-over organisations may appear more than once. RSPCA Student Community Action Student Partnership Worldwide Teach First Toynbee Hall
Education (inc. teaching experience) Africa Trust Networks Barretstown British Council Centre 33 Concordia International Volunteers Graduate Study in France Harambee Centre Otesha Project Teach First Toynbee Hall Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA) Environment and/or Conservation
Azafady British Ecological Society Camvol Concep Consulting EcoConsulting Frontier Garrad Hassan & Partners Otesha Project
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Board of Graduate Studies Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy Cranfield School of Applied Sciences Diplomatische Akademie Wien Graduate Study in France Imperial College London SOAS (School of Oriental and African Studies) Study in Australia Teach First Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA)
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British Council Cambridgeshire County Council Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy Civil Service Fast Stream Foreign and Commonwealth Office Government Social Research Unit Metropolitan Police Service Office of Government Commerce Rocket Science (public sector consulting) Teach First Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA) Tribal (public sector consulting)
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Amnesty International ATD Fourth World International Movement Howard League for Penal Reform International Alert Peaceworkers UK Oasis Trust openDemocracy Peace Child International Scientists for Global Responsibility
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Barnardos Campus Childrens Holidays Centre 33 Charities Advisory Trust Common Purpose CSV (Community Service Volunteers) LArche RNLI Rocket Science (voluntary sector consulting)
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Africa Trust Networks Aptivate ATD Fourth World International Movement Azafady Camvol
Getting that invaluable experience of living and working in a developing country will usually mean a period of volunteering.
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See pages 4849 and 6162 in this Guide for more about hospitality and tourism.
See page 52 in the Guide for more about careers in human resources.
See page 49 in the Guide for more about careers in industry.
Useful sources
CLICK Careers Service Emails: Management; Administration & Services GradLink now online Vacancies & Online at www.careers.cam.ac.uk Personnel Manager's Yearbook
Useful sources
CLICK Careers Service Emails: Management; Administration & Services; Engineering GradLink now online Vacancies & Online at www.careers.cam.ac.uk
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Career Sector Site Management, Administration & Services CLICK Careers Service Emails: Management; Administration & Services GradLink now online Vacancies & Online at www.careers.cam.ac.uk
Events at Cambridge
CUES Engineering Society Fair (Michaelmas 10) Business & Management Event (10 Nov 10) Science, Engineering & Technology Event (11 Nov 10) Internships Event (2 Dec 10)
Events at Cambridge
Business & Management Event (10 Nov 10) Personnel and HR Careers Briefing (22 Nov 10)
Events at Cambridge
Business & Management Event (10 Nov 10)
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Want to develop projects that will make a difference in your local community? Want to build relationships with some of the top employers in the country? SIFE could be the answer. SIFE is an international not-for-profit organisation that mobilises university students to make a difference in their communities while developing the skills to become socially responsible business leaders. An annual series of regional and national competitions provides a forum for teams to present the results of their projects, and advance to the prestigious SIFE World Cup. To be put in touch with the SIFE team at your University, contact SIFE UK Programme Director: Tom Saunders (tsaunders@sife.org) See www.sifeuk.org for more information.
See pages 5051 in the Guide for more about careers in law.
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Events at Cambridge
Solicitors Event (27 Oct 10) Barristers Event (Jan 11) Law in The Public Interest Careers Panel (tbc)
Adam Kramer (Pupillage Secretary) 3 Verulam Buildings, Chambers of Ali Malek QC Grays Inn, London WC1R 5NT Tel 020 7831 8441 E-mail pupillage@3vb.com Web www.3vb.com Main locations or regions London Areas of activity & job function(s) 3VB is one of the top commercial sets, leading the banking and financial services field and sought after for its professional negligence, civil fraud, insurance, arbitration and insolvency expertise. Pupillage candidates must be intelligent and self-confident, and will receive a high award and good chances of tenancy. Graduates sought First or 2.1 in any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Pupillage award of 60,000 plus earnings Pattern of recruitment Annually Form of application Online through the Pupillage Portal Approx annual intake Three pupils per year Vacation work/courses 1- to 3-day mini-pupillage all year round For vacation work apply by Any time
Georgie Ruane Pupillage Administrator 4 New Square Lincolns Inn, London WC2A 3RJ Tel 020 7822 2000 E-mail barristers@4newsquare.com Web www.4newsquare.com Main locations or regions London Areas of activity & job function(s) A commercial set of 70 barristers (20 silks). Chambers is recommended for professional liability work, insurance, construction, product liability, chancery, financial services, employment, administrative, public, human rights and costs law. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 60,000 pupillage award including guaranteed earnings; up to 15,000 may be drawn down during BPTC year Pattern of recruitment See website Form of application Applications should be make is accordance with the details on our website: www.4newsquare.com Approx annual intake 2 Vacation work/courses Mini-pupillages available, please see website
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Stephen Trowbridge, Graduate Recruitment and Development Manager Ashurst LLP Broadwalk House, 5 Appold Street, London EC2A 2HA Tel 020 7638 1111 E-mail gradrec@ashurst.com Web www.ashurst.com Main locations or regions Abu Dhabi, Brussels, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, London, Madrid, Milan, Munich, New York, Paris, Singapore, Stockholm, Tokyo and Washington DC Areas of activity & job function(s) Ashurst LLP is an elite law firm advising corporates and financial institutions with core businesses in mergers and acquisitions, corporate and structured finance. Our strong and growing presence around the world is built on extensive experience in working with our clients on the complex international legal and regulatory issues relating to cross-border transactions. It is only by selective recruitment that we can maintain the Ashurst culture and the high quality and consistency of our service. And our vision? To be the legal adviser of choice to the worlds most ambitious organisations. Our main areas of practice are in Competition and EU; Corporate; Employment, Incentives and Pensions; Energy, Transport and Infrastructure; International Finance; Litigation; Real Estate; Tax; and Technology and Commercial. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 37,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online via website Approx annual intake 55 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by For 2011 Placements 31 January 2011
Justine Beedle Baker & McKenzie LLP 100 New Bridge Street London EC4V 6JA Tel +44 (0)20 7919 1000 E-mail multiplyingyourpotential @bakernet.com Web www.multiplyingyourpotential.co.uk Main locations or regions London, 67 offices in 39 countries Areas of activity & job function(s) Wide spread of commercial law including Banking, Corporate, Dispute Resolution, EU Competition and Trade, Employment, IP, IT/Comm, Pensions, Projects, Property, Structured Capital Markets and Tax. Trainee solicitors will receive broad training in a commercial City law firm with an unrivalled spread of offices around the world. There will be opportunities for trainees to be seconded overseas for three months during their training contract. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 37,500 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online application Approx annual intake 38 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31 January 2011
Lynne Walters, Head of Graduate and Trainee Management Bird & Bird 15 Fetter Lane, London EC4A 1JP Tel 020 7415 6003 E-mail london.graduates@twobirds.com Web www.twobirds.com Main locations or regions Beijing, Bratislava, Brussels, Budapest, Dsseldorf, Frankfurt, The Hague, Helsinki, Hong Kong, London, Lyon, Madrid, Milan, Munich, Paris, Prague, Rome, Shanghai, Singapore, Stockholm, Warsaw Areas of activity & job function(s) Bird & Bird is an international law firm which operates on the basis of an in-depth understanding of key industry sectors, including Aviation & Aerospace, Financial Services, Communications, Electronics, Energy, IT, Life Sciences, Media and Sport. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes, for some positions Starting salary 35,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 16 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31/01/11
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Sophia Fitzpatrick Bristows 100 Victoria Embankment London EC4Y 0DH Tel 020 7400 8000 E-mail sophia.fitzpatrick@bristows.com Web www.bristows.com/trainingcontracts Main locations or regions London Areas of activity & job function(s) Bristows is a medium-sized firm that handles the kind of work you might normally associate with only the very largest firms. Our strength in the intellectual property field means we have a client list that includes leading businesses from the life sciences, technology and consumer products sectors. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 33,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 8-10 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by See website
Denton Wilde Sapte LLP 1 Fleet Place, London EC4M 7WS Tel 020 7320 6892 Web www.dentonwildesapte.com Main locations or regions London, Milton Keynes, Europe, the Middle East, CIS and Africa Areas of activity & job function(s) Denton Wilde Sapte LLP will combine with Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal LLP to form SNR Denton on 30 September 2010. SNR Denton will be a top 25 legal s ervices provider worldwide. Denton Wilde Sapte LLP is a leading commercial law firm with a strong network of offices and associate offices in Europe, the Middle East, the CIS and Africa. We provide a full range of legal services to clients in the following industry sectors: energy, transport and infrastructure; financial institutions, real estate and retail; and technology, media and telecoms. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 37,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 2530 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by See website
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP 65 Fleet Street, London EC4Y 1HS Tel 0207 7716 4568 E-mail uktrainees@freshfields.com Web www.freshfields.com/uktrainees Main locations or regions London + Europe, Asia, North America, Middle East Areas of activity & job function(s) We are a leader among international law firms. With over 2,500 lawyers in 27 key business centres around the world, we provide a comprehensive service to national and multinational corporations, financial institutions and governments. We are looking for trainee solicitors to start training contracts in February 2013 and August 2013. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 39,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 90 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 15 January 2011
Henderson Chambers 2 Harcourt Buildings Temple London EC4Y 9DB Tel 020 7583 9020 E-mail hwilson@ hendersonchambers.co.uk Web www.hendersonchambers.co.uk Main locations or regions London Areas of activity & job function(s) We are a leading set of common law/commercial chambers that is recognised as pre-eminent in the field of product liability litigation and as a leader in Health and Safety. Pupils benefit from a friendly atmosphere, substantial advocacy opportunities and the opportunities to experience European practice in Brussels. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 42,500 (pupillage award of 35,000 + guaranteed earnings of 7,500) Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online through the Pupillage Portal Approx annual intake 13 Vacation work/courses Yes
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The Graduate Recruitment Team Herbert Smith LLP Exchange House, Primrose Street, London EC2A 2HS Tel 020 7374 8000 E-mail graduate.recruitment@ herbertsmith.com Web www.herbertsmithgraduates.com Main locations or regions Europe, Asia and the Middle East Areas of activity & job function(s) Pre-eminent in dispute resolution and with an outstanding reputation for high-value transactions, Herbert Smith LLP is a leading international law firm. Our main clients are prominent global and national businesses that we serve from a network of offices in Asia, Europe and the Middle East. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 38,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online; apply by 31/07/11 for 2013 intake Approx annual intake 85 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 29/10/10 (winter scheme) and 14/01/11 (spring and summer schemes)
Graduate Recruitment Hogan Lovells Hogan Lovells, Atlantic House, Holborn Viaduct, London EC1A 2FG Tel 020 7296 2000 E-mail recruit@hoganlovells.com Web www.hoganlovells.com/graduates Main locations or regions Over 40 offices worldwide, including London Areas of activity & job function(s) Hogan Lovells is one of the leading global law firms. Our international strength across a wide range of practice areas gives us an exceptional reputation not only for corporate, finance, litigation, government regulatory and intellectual property, but also for other specialist areas including employment, EU/competition, insurance and tax. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 37,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake Up to 90 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31 January 2011
Rowena Bubb Kennedys 25 Fenchurch Avenue, London EC3M 5AD Tel (020) 7667 9667 E-mail personnel@kennedys-law.com Web www.kennedys-law.com Main locations or regions London, Manchester, Chelmsford, Birmingham, Sheffield, Cambridge, Maidstone, Taunton and Belfast; Madrid, Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Sydney and Auckland Areas of activity & job function(s) Kennedys lawyers provide a range of specialist legal services for many industries including: insurance/reinsurance, healthcare, construction, local government, rail, maritime and international trade with a particular focus on dispute resolution and litigation. Starting salary 25,00032,000, September 2010
Littleton Chambers 3 Kings Bench Walk North Temple London EC4Y 7HR Tel 020 7797 8600 Web www.littletonchambers.co.uk Main locations or regions Inner Temple, London Areas of activity & job function(s) Barristers Chambers Littleton Chambers is a long-established civil set, specialising in employment law, commercial litigation and professional negligence. We are acknowledged as being a top class set in each of our main practice areas. Our success is based upon both the desire to maintain high professional standards and a willingness to embrace change. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 45,000 pupillage award Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online via www.pupillages.co.uk Approx annual intake 2 Vacation work/courses No
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Vicki Dimmick, Graduate Recruitment Manager Macfarlanes LLP 20 Cursitor Street, London EC4A 1LT Tel 020 7831 9222 E-mail gradrec@macfarlanes.com Web www.macfarlanes.com Main locations or regions London Areas of activity & job function(s) Macfarlanes is a leading City Law firm. We are recognised for the quality of our work, not just in dealing with the full range of corporate and commercial matters, but in advising our clients on their private affairs. During the two-year training contract, you will find theres no watching from the sidelines: training here means getting involved. Youll be working on real cases, doing real work for real clients from day one. Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary 38,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual (two years in advance) Form of application EAF, online via website Approx annual intake Up to 30 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31 January 2011
Jacqui Megson Graduate Recruitment Manager Mayer Brown International LLP 201 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 3AF Tel 0203 130 8524 E-mail graduaterecruitment@ mayerbrown.com Web www.mayerbrown.com Main locations or regions Bangkok, Beijing, Berlin, Brussels, Charlotte, Chicago, Cologne, Frankfurt, Guangzhou, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, New York, Palo Alto, Paris, So Paulo, Shanghai, and Washington DC Areas of activity & job function(s) Mayer Brown is a leading international law firm with offices in key business centres across the Americas, Europe and Asia. Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary 37,500 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 30 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 30 January 2011
Simon Cockshutt Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (Europe) LLP 107 Cheapside London EC2V 6DN Tel 020 7862 4600 E-mail recruitlondon@orrick.com Web www.orrick.com/ london/gradrecruitment Main locations or regions 21 offices in North America, Europe and Asia Areas of activity & job function(s) Orrick is a leading international law firm, known for its market-leading corporate, finance and litigation practices. Working at Orrick you will be part of a truly international team. We will provide you with training and mentoring, which will create a solid foundation for building your career. Open days applications made online Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary 38,000 (2010) NQ starting salary 65,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online; apply by 31/07/2011 for 2013 Approx annual intake 10 Vacation work/courses No
Trainee Recruitment Team Reynolds Porter Chamberlain LLP Tower Bridge House St Katharines Way London E1W 1AA Tel 020 3060 6000 Web www.rpc.co.uk/training Main locations or regions London Areas of activity & job function(s) We are a forward thinking, Londonbased law firm with a wide-ranging practice of leading lawyers and great clients. Trainee solicitors receive firstrate training in a supportive working environment, working closely with Partners and lawyers. Our core practice areas include insurance, media, corporate, intellectual property, construction, dispute resolution, employment and real estate. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 37,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 15 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31 January 2011
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Charlotte Hannan, Graduate Recruitment Adviser Shearman & Sterling LLP Broadgate West, 9 Appold Street, London EC2A 2AP Tel 020 7655 5000 E-mail graduates@shearman.com Web www.shearman.com Main locations or regions Asia, Europe, the Middle East, North America and South America Areas of activity & job function(s) Our main areas of work include European Corporate (including Mergers & Acquisitions, Intellectual Property & US Capital Markets), Project Development & Finance, European Finance, International Litigation & Arbitration, Antitrust, Tax, Financial Institutions Advisory & Asset Management, Property and Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits. Graduates sought Any discipline (min 2.1 degree) Starting salary 39,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 15 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 25 February 2011
The Trainee Recruitment Team Slaughter and May One Bunhill Row, London EC1Y 8YY Tel 020 7600 1200 E-mail trainee.recruit@ slaughterandmay.com (enquiries only) Web www.slaughterandmay.com Main locations or regions London and overseas, plus Best Friend firms in all the major jurisdictions Areas of activity & job function(s) One of the worlds leading international law firms with an extensive corporate, commercial and financing practice. We look for graduates of good 2.1 ability from any discipline, not just law. Graduates sought Any Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 38,000 (May 2010) Pattern of recruitment Continuous Form of application Online system Approx annual intake 90 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Please visit our website for application dates
Jillian Singh/Lucy Greaves Weil Gotshal & Manges One South Place London EC2M 2WG Tel 020 7903 1074 E-mail graduate.recruitment@weil.com Web www.weil.com/ukrecruiting Main locations or regions New York, London, Austin, Beijing, Boston, Budapest, Dallas, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, Miami, Munich, Paris, Prague, Providence, Shanghai, Silicon Valley, Warsaw, Washington DC and Wilmington. Areas of activity & job function(s) A leader in the marketplace for sophisitcated international legal services. With more than 1,200 lawyers and 21 offices throughout the US, Europe and Asia, the firm serves many of the most successful companies in the world in their highstake matters and transactions. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 41,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 10 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31 January 2011
Chloe Lloyd Wragge & Co LLP 55 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2AS Tel 0800 0969610 E-mail gradmail@wragge.com Web www.wragge.com/graduate Main locations or regions Birmingham London Areas of activity & job function(s) Wragge & Co is a UK-headquartered international law firm providing a full service to clients worldwide, including 27 FTSE 100s, 22 FTSE 250s, hundreds of public sector organisations and thousands of large private companies. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 26,000 (Birmingham); 35,250 (London) Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application EAF Approx annual intake 30 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by 31/01/11
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Management
See pages 5253 in the Guide for more about careers in management.
Management
Useful sources
Career Sector Site Management, Administration & Services CLICK Careers Service Emails: Management; Administration & Services GradLink now online Vacancies & Online at www.careers.cam.ac.uk
Steven Thompson XXIV Old Buildings 24 Old Buildings Lincolns Inn WC2A 3UP Tel 020 7691 2424 E-mail clerks@xxiv.co.uk Web www.xxiv.co.uk Main locations or regions London and Geneva Areas of activity & job function(s) International commercial Chancery Chambers focusing on business disputes; company and financial services with related pension law aspects; insolvency; property; trusts and estates work; international and offshore; professional liability; and aviation and travel Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 50,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application CV and letter by 1 February 2011 Approx annual intake Two Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Varies depending on time of planned mini-pupillage: please see website
Events at Cambridge
Business & Management Event (10 Nov 10) Internships and Vacation Work Event (2 Dec 10)
Graduate Recruitment Team Motability Operations City Gate House 22 Southwark Bridge Road London SE1 9HB Tel 020 7654 4569 E-mail graduatecareers @motabilityoperations.co.uk Web www.motabilityoperations.co .uk/graduates Main locations or regions London/Bristol Areas of activity & job function(s) Motability Operations, the largest fleet operator in Europe, specialises in sourcing and delivering motoring services to disabled people. We offer graduates a programme that comprises a series of placements across the organisation including: Customer Services, HR, Manufacturer Relations, Online Sales, Marketing & IT Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 28,500 + 2,000 starting bonus Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 4 Vacation work/courses No
npower Windmill Hill Business Park Whitehill Way, Swindon Wiltshire SN5 6PB Tel 0845 2414933 E-mail graduate.recruitment@ rwebrightergraduates.com Web www.brightergraduates.com Main locations or regions Nationwide Areas of activity & job function(s) npower is one of the UKs leading integrated energy companies, and part of RWE, one of Europes largest utility groups. As Britains brightest energy company, we give creative and ambitious graduates the chance to work on exciting projects, such as developing our power stations or working towards government plans to meet emission targets. Graduates sought Engineering, General Management (sales, marketing and operations), Finance, Business Analysis, Risk and IS within RWE IT UK Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary 25,000 Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 30 Vacation work/courses Yes
Management
Marketing, sales and media
Sanctuary Group Chamber Court Castle Street Worcester WR1 3ZQ Tel 01905 338600 E-mail graduates@sanctuaryhousing.co.uk Web www.sanctuary-graduates.co.uk Main locations or regions UK wide Areas of activity & job function(s) We are a not-for-profit organisation, but we operate with the commercial vigour of a leading private sector business. Providing affordable housing is at the core of the organisation, but Sanctuary has also diversified into care and facilities management services. We reinvest all of our surplus income into communities and services. Graduates sought Minimum 2.1 in any discipline Starting salary 23,000 + relocation and bonus Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 3 Vacation work/courses Yes
See pages 3940 and pages 5456 in the AZ section and page 97 in this Jobs and Course Providers section for more about careers in media and publishing.
Marketing, sales and media
Useful sources
CLICK Careers Service Emails: Advertising & Communications; Media GradLink now online See sector guides for Advertising and Marketing Communications, Media Vacancies & Online at www.careers.cam.ac.uk
Events at Cambridge
Advertising & Marketing Communications Event (10 Nov 10) Business & Management Event (10 Nov 10) Media Panel Discussion (Jan 11)
Harriet Miller WPP 27 Farm Street, London W1J 5RJ Tel 020 7408 2204 E-mail hmiller@wpp.com Web www.wpp.com Main locations or regions Nearly 2,400 offices in 107 countries Areas of activity & job function(s) WPP is the world leader in communications services. Major brands include JWT, Ogilvy & Mather, Y&R, Grey, United, GroupM, Mindshare, MEC, MediaCom, Millward Brown, TNS, Kantar Media, OgilvyOne Worldwide, Wunderman, OgilvyAction, Hill & Knowlton, Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide, Burson-Marsteller, Cohn & Wolfe, CommonHealth, Sudler & Hennessey, Ogilvy Healthworld, ghg, Landor, Fitch, The Brand Union and G2 among others. Specialist skills include advertising; media investment management; information, insight & consultancy; public relations and public affairs; branding and identity; healthcare communications; direct, digital, promotion and relationship marketing; and specialist communications. We are looking for people who are intellectually curious and motivated by the prospect of delivering high-quality communications services to their clients. Those selected will work in a number of WPP companies and across different marketing disciplines. Graduates sought Degree (2.1 or above) or equivalent. Any discipline. Applications from students needing work permits Yes Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual deadline 11 November 2010 Form of application Online at www.wpp.com Approx annual intake 110 Vacation work/courses No
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Media & communications

Media careers include journalism, broadcasting, film, publishing and media management.Communications includes advertising, market research, public relations and direct marketing, and an array of specialist agencies such as branding, conference and events organisers, as well as digital agencies. Useful resources at Cambridge CLICK Informational emails from the Careers Service about this sector GradLink Cambridge graduates in these sectors are happy to be contacted through our online GradLink Database Vacancies & Opportunities at www.careers.cam.ac.uk Advertising and Marketing Communications Sector Guide Media Sector Guide Events at Cambridge Advertising and Marketing Communications Event (10 November 2010) Working in the Media Event (February 2011)
Who are the recruiters?

Here is a sample of media, publishing and communications organisations. Many of these have advertised in the past year on Vacancies & Opportunities via the Careers Service website. However, not all do this so you should plan to write speculative applications and search for opportunities as well. Opportunities include highly structured graduate schemes, substantive jobs as well as various kinds of work experience opportunities both paid and unpaid.
Media
Adefro Argus Media Avalon Management BA Media Fellowships Barbican Centre BBC Bloomberg Brilliant Films Business Monitor Cambridge Film Festival Cambridge Music Festival Chambers Management Cheltenham Music Festivals DeHavilland Discovery Communications Europe Euromoney Europa Science Ltd Eyeworks Financial Times Framestore Fremantle Media (RTL Group) Glasshouse Pictures Guardian Media Group Hazard Chase
Ikon Arts Management Independent Media Support Group (IMS) Informa Telecoms Intermusica Artist Management ITV Traineeship Jack Media London Journeyman Pictures Media for Development Morgensterns MSHK (Ministry of Sound) New Line Cinema ORTV International Pearson Education Pioneer Productions Princess Productions Pulse Films Reuters RossWWmedia Corp RTL Group S.A. Screen Digest Shine Ltd Sky Sparkler Telesearch (Europe) Ltd Television Research Partnership The Network TRL Music TVF Ubiqus Reporting UK Walker Media Ltd Wildcard Production YBJ Productions The Yunus Movie Project
Badger Publishing Bayswater Publishing Limited BioMedCentral Ltd Business Monitor International Cambridge Publications Cambridge University Press CGP Books Chambers & Partners Cond Nast Publications Ltd Dakini Books Dianthus Medical Egmont Books Elwin Street Productions Emap Plc Euromoney Europa Science Ltd Fabian Society Global Economic Consulting Guardian Media Group Hachette Livre UK Harper Collins Industrial Minerals IOP Publishing ISTE Ltd Incisive Media plc LexisNexisButterworths Little, Brown Book Group Macmillan Publishing Marshall Cavendish Ltd Nelson Thornes Ltd Newsquest Specialist Media Oneworld Publications Orion Publications Group Oxford University Press Penguin Group UK Profile Magazine Push Guide Rhinegold Publishing Rickshaw Publishing Target Publishing Ltd Thames & Hudson The Golden Web Foundation The Wylie Agency Usborne Publishing Woodhead Publishing
Advertising and Communications

ACNielsen BASES Access Partnership Limited AMV BBDO AIA Research Aspect ltd BBH Branding Science Ltd Carat Chime Communications Cicero Consulting CNC Communications & Network Consulting Coleman Getty Dare Digital DAS (Omnicom) DDB London Diffusion RP Communications Ltd DLKW Dunnhumby Ltd Evalueserve Fishburn Hedges Fleishman Hillard Hotwire Ipsos MORI Kantar Group KSBC Brand Futures Link Communications Mandate Marcus Evans MC2 M & C Saatchi Millward Brown UK Ogilvy Porter Novelli Publicis SCB Partners Shine Communications Ltd Television Research Partnership TNS Total Media TVF Media Weber Shandwick Worldwide Wesser and Partner White Space Insight Zenith Optimedia
Publishing
Aceville Publications Analytica Anthem Press Appleford Publishing Group AP Watt
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Patent work
See page 51 in the Guide for more about careers in patent work.
Patent work
Useful sources
Career Sector Sites Law; Science & Maths CLICK Careers Service Emails: Law; Science GradLink now online Vacancies & Online at www.careers.cam.ac.uk
Bite-size help to start your career

Mr Nigel Price J A Kemp & Co 14 South Square, Grays Inn, London WC1R 5JJ Tel +44 (0)20 3077 8600 E-mail mail@jakemp.com Web www.jakemp.com Main locations or regions London, Oxford and Munich Areas of activity & job function(s) Patent, trade mark and design protection. One of the UKs leading patent firms. Recruits are trained in European, British and foreign patent law and practice and acquire the European and British professional qualifications. The firm has a strong trade mark practice and also handles registered designs. Graduates sought Biosciences, chemistry, engineering or physics for patent recruits. Ideally law for trade mark recruits. Starting salary Competitive Pattern of recruitment Annual and continuous Form of application CV and covering letter Approx annual intake Up to 4 Vacation work/courses No
All you need to get your graduate career off to a healthy start. Tips and tools if your career clueless Job ideas to browse Advice and examples for applications A bumper crop of employers, jobs and placements
Events at Cambridge
Briefing Sessions on Patent Work (Michaelmas & Lent) Science, Engineering & Technology Event (11 Nov 10)
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CLICK Careers Service Emails: For-More-ThanProfit; Public Protection Security & Investigation GradLink now online Vacancies & Online at www.careers.cam.ac.uk
Useful sources
CLICK Careers Service Emails: Management; Administration & Services GradLink now online Vacancies & Online at www.careers.cam.ac.uk
Teaching
See pages 5758 in the Guide for more about careers in public service.
See page 53 in the Guide for more about careers in retail management.
See pages 4143 in the Guide for more about careers in the education sector.
Useful sources
CLICK Careers Service Emails: For-More-ThanProfit (Not-For-Profit Organisations); Teaching outside the UK GradLink now online Vacancies & Online at www.careers.cam.ac.uk
Events at Cambridge
Public Sector & Civil Service Careers Briefing (12 Oct 10) Business & Management Event (10 Nov 10) Science, Engineering & Technology Event (11 Nov 10) Law in The Public Interest Careers Panel (tbc) Work to Change the World (Feb 11)
Events at Cambridge
Careers Briefing Retail (1 Nov 10) Business & Management Event (10 Nov 10)
Donna Miller Enterprise Rent-A-Car Tel 0870 850 1232 E-mail donna.w.miller@erac.com Web www.enterprisealive.co.uk/csg2010 Main locations or regions We have more than 375 locations throughout the UK and Ireland Areas of activity & job function(s) Add an annual turnover of over $12 billion to a rental and leasing fleet made up of more than one million vehicles spread across some 7,600 locations worldwide and you get Enterprise RentA-Car. Join our Management Training Programme and you could be running your own branch in a little under two years. Graduates sought Any discipline Applications from students needing work permits No Starting salary 16,00019,000 depending upon location Pattern of recruitment Year round recruitment Form of application Online Approx annual intake 750 across the UK and Ireland Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Ongoing
Events at Cambridge
Careers in Teaching briefing and panel discussion (26 Oct 10) Work to Change the World (Feb 11)
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Working internationally
Here are some key web resources to help you identify employers in each of the countries where Group GTI, which publishes this Guide, currently operates.Your own careers service will have more information on opportunities in the rest of the world.
Europe
graduatejobsineurope.com The top employers across 22 European countries as voted for by undergraduates along with regularly updated economic data for each country.
Germany
staufenbiel.de For a full range of jobs and postgraduate courses and downloadable careers guides in the following sectors: automotive, consulting, banking and finance, retail, IT, law, natural sciences, engineering and business.
China and Hong Kong

gradchina.com Jobs, careers information and advice for students wanting to work in China and Hong Kong. Includes downloadable GradChina employer and courses directory.
The UK
targetjobs.co.uk, targetcourses.co.uk and targetevents.co.uk Jobs, employers and events as well as advice and loads of specialist information about 30 sectors of work.
Singapore and Malaysia

gradsingapore.com, gradmalaysia.com and postgradasia.com For jobs, employers and postgraduate courses in Singapore and Malaysia. Also available to download are the GradSingapore employer directory and Malaysian careers guides in banking and financial services, law, IT and engineering.
Ireland
gradireland.com and postgradireland.com The official sites in Ireland for jobs, employers and postgraduate study.
International
Linklaters 10th Floor, Alexandra House 18 Chater Road Central, Hong Kong China Tel (852) 2842 4888 E-mail asiarecruitment@linklaters.com Web www.linklaters.com/JoinUs Main locations or regions Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing, Singapore, Tokyo, Bangkok, London, New York, Dubai Areas of activity & job function(s) Linklaters specialises in advising the worlds leading companies, financial institutions and governments on their most challenging transactions and assignments. With offices in major business and financial centres, it delivers an outstanding service to its clients anywhere in the world. In Asia, where the firm has been operating for over 30 years, Linklaters is best known for delivering the highest quality legal services across the broadest platform this is why it is one of the most awarded law firms in Asia. Linklaters believes its local knowledge of key markets is unrivalled, offering local law advice in Hong Kong, Japan, Thailand and Singapore. Languages required English / Mandarin (desirable) Right of residence required No Starting salary Market rate Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake 8/10 Training Contract places available Closing date for applications 22 April 2011 Training Contract Internships available Yes 20 Vacation Scheme places available Apply by 25 February 2011 Vacation Scheme Date of internship June/July 2011
The Royal Bank of Scotland Group Web www.makeitrbs.com Main locations or regions UK, Continental Europe, the USA, Asia and APAC Areas of activity & job function(s) Few organisations can offer the choice of careers graduates will discover at RBS. The variety of options available across Global Banking & Markets is a match for the very best graduate talent. Programmes offered include: Markets (Trading, Sales, Research & Strategy, Structuring) and Banking (Corporate Finance, Portfolio, Debt Capital Markets, Equity Origination, Sector & Country Coverage), we also have opportunities within GBM Operations and GBM Technology. Graduates sought Any discipline Starting salary competitive plus benefit funding Pattern of recruitment Annual Form of application Online Approx annual intake Vacancies for over 500 graduates and over 500 interns in 2011 Vacation work/courses Yes For vacation work apply by Varies by programme please check www.makeitrbs.com
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Further study
See pages 2224 in this Guide for more about further study.
Legal
Useful sources
CLICK Careers Service Emails: Postgraduate Study How to get a PhD (reference book) Postgraduate Study Guideline (takeaway)
Events at Cambridge
Briefing Sessions Arts & Social Sciences; Science & Engineering Business & Management Event (10 Nov 10) Science, Engineering & Technology Event (11 Nov 10) Work to Change the World (Feb 11)
BPP Address BPP College of Professional Studies, 6870 Red Lion Street, London WC1R 4NY Tel +44 (0) 845 077 5045 E-mail admissions@bpp.com Web www.bpp.com Course outline For over 35 years, BPP one of Europes leading providers of professional education, providing undergraduate, postgraduate, professional qualifications and Continued Professional Development (CPD) training has been preparing people to enter a wide range of business and legal professions. Training 90 per cent of the FTSE 100 companies, as well as serving 19 leading law firms who send their trainees exclusively to us, we have built our reputation by helping people develop the skills demanded by todays top employers. Our goal is to prepare you for the realities of your chosen career in the UK or overseas. Our programmes are taught by experienced practitioners and academics, supported by outstanding facilities and a network of study centres throughout the UK and Europe such as our superb Business School in the City of London, right next to the Gherkin. Career prospects Accounting, business, finance, HR, law, management and marketing Qualification gained BSc, LLB, LLM, MSc, MBA, professional business and legal qualifications, and CPD Other information Generous scholarships are available for our degree programmes
The College of Law The UKs no. 1 law school Address Birmingham, Bristol, Chester, Guildford, London, Manchester and York Tel 0800 289997 E-mail admissions@lawcol.co.uk Web www.college-of-law.co.uk Course outline Graduate Diploma in Law: law conversion course for non-law graduates: full-time, part-time or S-mode Legal Practice Course: full-time, part-time or S-mode Bar Professional Training Course: full-time or part-time Juris Doctor: Qualify for the New York State Bar LL.Ms: professional, practice-led Masters degrees. Qualification gained GDL, LPC, BPTC, JD or LL.M. LL.B law degree for students who pass both GDL and LPC/BPTC with us. Length of course One year (full-time), two years (part-time), 16 months (part-time LPC), 18 months (GDL S-mode), three years for Juris Doctor, five years maximum for LL.M Other information Award-winning pro bono and largest, best-resourced legal careers service in UK.
Legal
Milk round or crme de la crme?

Kaplan Law School GDL, LPC & BPTC Address Kaplan Law School Palace House 3 Cathedral Street London SE1 9DE Tel 020 7367 6400 E-mail admissions@kaplanlawschool.org.uk Web www.kaplanlawschool.org.uk Course outline GDL: Graduate Diploma in Law www.kaplanlawschool.org.uk/gdl This one year intensive course is designed for any non-law graduate who intends to become a solicitor or barrister in the UK. The GDL places the academic subjects into a work related context so that students are more prepared for practice. Face to face tuition is a priority. LPC: Legal Practice Course www.kaplanlawschool.org.uk/lpc The NLS LPC has long been regarded as the industry leader and is the only LPC to receive the SRAs highest rating every year since its inception. KLS offer the same rigorous, professional standards of course design and delivery, reflected in the same highest rating received from the SRA. Our teaching model is based around smaller group sizes which helps accelerate student learning. BPTC: Bar Professional Training Course www.kaplanlawschool.org.uk/bptc KLS is delighted to have been validated by the Bar Standards Board (BSB) to deliver in London the NLS Bar Course. The NLS Bar Course is established as one of the best in the country with double the average pupillage rates and the highest student satisfaction rates. Career prospects Kaplan Law School has a dedicated Careers Service, which is available to students from the day they accept our offer until one academic year after they finish their qualification. Length of course One year
Masters in Management
Invest in your future with the worlds top-ranked business school. London Business Schools unique Masters in Management will give you the business knowledge and skills to increase your choices and put your career on the fast track.
For more information visit www.london.edu/mm/careers/ email mm@london.edu or call +44 (0)20 7000 7573
London Business School
Regents Park, London NW1 4SA United Kingdom Tel +44 (0)20 7000 7573 Email mm@london.edu www.london.edu/mm/careers/
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Postgraduate
German Academic Exchange Service Postgraduate Masters and Doctorates in Germany Course convenor Various universities in Germany Address German Academic Exchange Service 1 Southampton Place London WC1A 2DA Tel 020 7831 9511 E-mail info@daad.org.uk Web www.daad.org.uk Course outline The introduction of the BA/MA/doctoral system in Germany means it is now far easier to transfer there with a bachelor degree to continue on a BA/MA/doctoral international degree programmes (IDPs) www.daad.de/idp. Many of these courses are taught in English. Career prospects Employers like students who have lived and studied abroad. They find such students more open to new ideas and independentlyminded. Qualification gained Masters or Doctorate Frequency of course The majority start in October each year. Length of course Most masters are 2 year programmes Other information www.daad.de/idp
ESCP Europe Business School Address 527 Finchley Road London NW3 7BG Tel +44 (0)20 7443 8800 E-mail ukadmission@escpeurope.eu Web www.escpeurope.eu Course outline Founded in 1819, ESCP Europe is one of the worlds oldest business schools. With campuses in London, Paris, Berlin, Madrid and Turin, and academic alliances around the globe, the School prides itself on providing education that crosses borders. With almost 200 years of experience, ESCP Europes standing in the sector is consistently ranked alongside the top business schools in Europe and worldwide. We offer the following programmes at our London campus: Master in European Business Master in Management Master in Marketing and Creativity Summer Courses (Management, Marketing, Finance). Career prospects Mixing traditional study with high-profile internships and live company consultancy projects, we enable our students to increase both their theoretical knowledge and practical skill base, easing their transition into the professional world. Other information Partial scholarships are available to eligible students based on merit and financial need.
Be among the best

Imperial College Business School sits at the heart of one of the worlds great universities. With an unrivalled reputation for commercialising world-changing discoveries, youll work with people who are shaping the future of business. Our programmes: Full-time MBA Part-time Executive MBA Distance Learning MBA MSc Finance MSc Risk Management and Financial Engineering MSc Actuarial Finance MSc Management MSc International Health Management Doctoral programme
Join us at an information session, on campus or online. Visit www.imperial.ac.uk/business-school

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Imperial College London Advanced Chemical Engineering Course convenor Department of Chemical Engineering Address South Kensington Campus London SW7 2AZ Tel 020 7594 5560 E-mail pgadmissionsce@imperial.ac.uk Web http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/chemicalengineering Course outline We offer four MSc courses: Advanced Chemical Engineering Advanced Chemical Engineering with Biotechnology Advanced Chemical Engineering with Process Systems Engineering Advanced Chemical Engineering with Structured Product Engineering Details on our MSc courses can be found on our website: http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/chemicalengineering/courses/postgraduate/msc Entry requirements Normal qualifications for acceptance for our MSc courses include a first or upper second class Honours degree (or overseas equivalent) in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematical, Biological Sciences or any other branch of Engineering. Other qualifications may be acceptable in certain circumstances. Qualification gained MSc Frequency of course October start Length of course 12 months
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Employers
3 Verulam Buildings ..................................................................................................92 4 New Square ..............................................................................................................92 ACCA............................................................................................................................(83) Accenture......................................................................................................................70 AkzoNobel ....................................................................................................................79 aquilaheywood ..........................................................................................................64 Ashurst LLP ..................................................................................................................93 AWE ................................................................................................................................80 BAE Systems ................................................................................................80, 82 (79) Baillie Gifford & Co ....................................................................................................88 Bain & Company ........................................................................................................70 Baker & McKenzie LLP ..............................................................................................93 Barclays Capital ................................................................................................88 (90) Barclays Wealth ..........................................................................................................85 Bird & Bird ....................................................................................................................93 Bloomberg ..................................................................................................................64 Booz & Company........................................................................................................71 The Boston Consulting Group ..............................................................................71 Bristows ........................................................................................................................93 British Council ..........................................................................................................(99) British Sugar plc..........................................................................................................80 Cambridge Broadband Networks ........................................................................65 Cambridge Silicon Radio Ltd ................................................................................65 Capgemini UK plc ......................................................................................................71 CHP Consulting ..........................................................................................................65 CII ....................................................................................................................................88 Corporate Value Associates....................................................................................72 CRA International ......................................................................................................72 Credo..............................................................................................................................72 Denton Wilde Sapte LLP..........................................................................................93 Detica Limited ....................................................................................................65 (66) Deutsche Bank ....................................................................................................65, 85 Diamond Management & Technology Consultants......................................72 Dixon Wilson................................................................................................................84 DSTL................................................................................................................................80 Ensoft Ltd......................................................................................................................67 Enterprise Rent-A-Car ..............................................................................................98 Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP ..................................................................93 Frontier Economics ..................................................................................................70 GlaxoSmithKline ........................................................................................................80 Goldman Sachs International................................................................................85 Henderson Chambers ..............................................................................................93 Herbert Smith LLP ....................................................................................................94 Hogan Lovells..............................................................................................................94 ICAEW ............................................................................................................................84 Innovia Technology Ltd ..........................................................................................72 The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland ....................................84 J A Kemp & Co ............................................................................................................98 J.P. Morgan....................................................................................................................85 Jaguar Land Rover ....................................................................................................80 Johnson Matthey ......................................................................................................80 Kennedys ......................................................................................................................94 KPMG..............................................................................................................................84 Lazard ............................................................................................................................85 LECG Ltd ........................................................................................................................72 L.E.K. Consulting LLP ................................................................................................73 Linklaters ....................................................................................................................100 Littleton Chambers ..................................................................................................94 M&G Investments ......................................................................................................88 Macfarlanes LLP..........................................................................................................95 Marakon ........................................................................................................................73 Mars & Co......................................................................................................73 (7475) Martin Currie Investment Management Ltd ....................................................88 Mayer Brown International LLP ............................................................................95 Mercedes-Benz HighPerformanceEngines ......................................................80 Metaswitch Networks ..................................................................................67 (OBC) Mitsubishi UFJ Securities International plc ......................................................85 Monitor Group ............................................................................................................73 Morgan Stanley ................................................................................................86 (IBC) Morgan Stanley Technology ..................................................................................67 Motability Operations ..............................................................................................96 Mott MacDonald ..............................................................................................63 (64) National Grid ..............................................................................................................82 NERA Economic Consulting ..................................................................................73 Network Rail ................................................................................................................82 Nomura ................................................................................................................86 (87) npower ..........................................................................................................................96 OC&C Strategy Consultants ..................................................................................76 Oliver Wyman ....................................................................................................76 (77) Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (Europe) LLP ......................................................95 Oxera ..............................................................................................................................76 The Parthenon Group ..............................................................................................78 Procter & Gamble ......................................................................................................82 PwC........................................................................................................78, 84 (78) (IFC) RBB Economics ..........................................................................................................70 Red Gate Software ............................................................................................68 (67) Reynolds Porter Chamberlain LLP ......................................................................95 Roland Berger Strategy Consultants ..................................................................79 Rolls-Royce plc ..................................................................................................82 (81) Rothschild ....................................................................................................................86 The Royal Bank of Scotland Group ............................................................86, 100 Sanctuary Group ........................................................................................................96 Shearman & Sterling LLP ........................................................................................95 Slaughter and May ....................................................................................................95 Socit Gnrale ........................................................................................................86 SunGard ........................................................................................................................68 Swiss Re ........................................................................................................................88 Teach First ............................................................................................................88 (89) Tessella plc....................................................................................................................68 Tom Tom International BV ......................................................................................68 Velocix ..................................................................................................................70 (69) Wates Group ................................................................................................................64 Weil Gotshal & Manges ............................................................................................95 Wolfson Microelectronics plc ................................................................................82 WPP ................................................................................................................................96 Wragge & Co LLP........................................................................................................95 XXIV Old Buildings ....................................................................................................96 ZS Associates ..............................................................................................................79
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BPP................................................................................................................................101 The College of Law..................................................................................................101 DAAD German Academic Exchange Service ................................................102 ESCP Europe Business School ............................................................................102 Imperial College Business School ..................................................................(102) Imperial College London ......................................................................................103 Kaplan Law School..................................................................................................101 London Business School ....................................................................................(101) University of Warwick ........................................................................................(103)
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THE 2011 CAMBRIDGE CAREERS GUIDE

Written by the staff of your Careers Service

Where are we?

The 2011 Cambridge Careers Guide

Careers Service Stuart House

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Gordon Chesterman Director of the Careers Service

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All you need to know about getting a job

30 Interviews and psychometric tests

See page 43 in t in more about careers engineering.

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38 THE AZ OF GRADUATE CAREERS

48 Healthcare 39 Advertising and communications

48 Hospitality, sport and leisure 49 Industry

40 Arts and heritage

41 Economics 41 Education sector

Experimental science in small companies 60

51 Library and information work

60 Self-employment and small businesses

Information work (information scientists and information managers) 51

43 Engineering and technology 52 Management 43 Environmental and conservation work

60 Social and community work

61 Travel and tourism 62 Work abroad

Working overseas Working in Europe Working for the EU

54 Media and publishing

63 JOBS AND COURSE PROVIDERS

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What can the Careers Service do for me?I

What can the Careers Service do for me?

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What can the Careers Service do for me?I

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What can the Careers Service do for me?I

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What can the Careers Service do for me?I

Other support services at Cambridge

Disability and careers

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The Cambridge experience much more than just a degree

Skills beyond your degree

THE 2011 CAMBRIDGE CAREERS GUIDE

What employers look for

... and its good if you can offer some of these

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Cambridge graduates are in demand

What are postgraduates doing...?

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What Cambridge grads did next

Postgraduate study and training by recent Cambridge first degree graduates

Global Banking Analyst Trainee Patent Attorney Grant Specialist

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I havent a clue where to start

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Arranging a discussion with a Careers Adviser

Ask questions and think

Types of discussion on offer

And if you get it wrong?

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