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What skills are employers seeking in IT graduates
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.
Graduate careers advice: you and your computer science degree
Computer science graduates are equipped for roles as varied as games developers and technology managers.
How to get hired in IT
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.
How to make the most of final year
Six tips for a cover letter that works
What you should, and should not, include in your cover letter for your graduate job.
Gaining work experience in college: some different options
A career in construction for women - How Sorcha Hynes devolved her career at one of Ireland's top graduate employers
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.
Professional and consultancy services
Property careers for graduates: professional and consultancy services.
Agency
Property careers for graduates: agency.
Entry and training for solicitors in Northern Ireland
Becoming a solicitor involves studying for exams and completing a training contract
Local authorities
Public sector and civil service careers for graduates: local government.
Merchandising
Retail, sales and customer services careers for graduates: Merchandising
