Graduate careers advice for when you have no idea what to do

Do you feel like you have no idea what to do with your career after graduation?

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With all of Bright Network’s resources and graduate career advice at your disposal, one thing is guaranteed – whatever your skills, interests and values, you’ll find a career path out there that’s right for you. Take a look at the key areas to focus on below.

Recognising your passions and skills

It can be difficult to know what you want and how you’re going to get there. Setting yourself on a path to a career that fulfils your life goals, starts with some self-reflection, research and planning. So, we’ve pulled together our best advice for finding your goals and developing your skills.

And take our career test to find the career that matches your skills and personality.

Boosting your employability

Everyone wants to stand out. Whether you’re preparing your CV before you graduate, or you’re changing career path and want to increase your chances of impressing a recruiter, you’re in the right place. Here’s some key tips on boosting your employability and kick-starting your career.

What can you do with your degree?

Whether you’re working towards a degree in biology, philosophy, music, history and business, or you’ve just graduated and want to know where your degree can take you, we’ve rounded up some career advice:

Internships and preparation

Evidence shows that to get ahead in the competitive graduate careers market, having some early work experience or a couple of internships under your belt will dramatically increase your chances of success. Learn about internship opportunities and what to do if you can’t secure an internship:

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