A topic that is frequently discussed within Graduate Recruitment is that of supply and demand and the issue of graduate skill sets being appropriately moulded for the world of work…Never has it been so important to have relevant work experience and transferable skills, as well as a good degree classification in order to gain a position within a relevant field.

The CIPD’s latest ‘Focus on Graduate Jobs’ calls for government policy to concentrate on “understanding and meeting the real skills needs of employers” in addition to providing better information about the “realistic” employment and salary prospects available to graduates.

In this climate, arm yourself as best you can and take up as many opportunities as possible. Whether that’s through a part time job, work experience via an Internship or Placement or getting involved with your student union. Plus, be realistic about what is actually achievable!

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