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Explore all graduate advice and guidance on gradireland

On gradireland you'll find graduate careers advice on a huge range of topics – and we're adding more all the time. Compare career options with information on what to expect from working life in different sectors, then learn how you can develop your skills, gain work experience and succeed in applications and interviews. If you're not sure what you'd like to do, don't panic: we're here to help you take those first steps into making career decisions. We also have articles on how to make the most of uni life, organise your job hunt, juggle job offers and more. Whether you're in your first year of university or have already graduated, our career advice for students and graduates will set you on the right path.
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What skills are employers seeking in IT graduates

FAQs

Watch our video (below) what skills employers are looking for, and what skills are commonly lacking, in graduates. Also, read about what hard and soft skills you should be developing for a successful career in the text sector.

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Graduate careers advice: you and your computer science degree

Degree subjects

Computer science graduates are equipped for roles as varied as games developers and technology managers.

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How to get hired in IT

FAQs

While there are jobs available in IT, they require a specific set of skills, qualifications and attributes. Find out what your CV needs to stand out to recruiters in this sector.

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How to make the most of final year

Working life
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Six tips for a cover letter that works

Applications

What you should, and should not, include in your cover letter for your graduate job.

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Gaining work experience in college: some different options

Internships and placements
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A career in construction for women - How Sorcha Hynes devolved her career at one of Ireland's top graduate employers

Careers advice and planning

Sorcha Hynes, senior construction manager with Lidl talks to the Irish Times about her career and how she managed to climb the ladder in nominally male dominated sector.

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Professional and consultancy services

Areas of work, specialisms and alternatives

Property careers for graduates: professional and consultancy services.

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Agency

Areas of work, specialisms and alternatives

Property careers for graduates: agency.

Property, construction & QS
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Entry and training for solicitors in Northern Ireland

Careers advice and planning

Becoming a solicitor involves studying for exams and completing a training contract

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Local authorities

Areas of work, specialisms and alternatives

Public sector and civil service careers for graduates: local government.

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Merchandising

Areas of work, specialisms and alternatives

Retail, sales and customer services careers for graduates: Merchandising

Retail, business & commercial services
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