Words count (and the art of editing)
We are often asked how long an application should be and what happens if you write too little or perhaps more commonly too much. There are a number of scenarios to...
NHS Scientist Training Programme now open
Applications for the NHS Scientist Training Programme (STP) 2019 entry will open on Wednesday 9th January and will close at 5pm on Friday 8th February 2019. For more information, including all key...
Review the personal statement for your postgraduate application
A fair few of you are now thinking about applying for postgraduate study and what to include in the personal statement. It’s great if you can speak to a Career Development Adviser...
Calling all final years – make sure you update your CV
As a Career Development Adviser my worry factor increases when I hear final year students saying, ‘Oh its OK, I have a CV from when I applied for a placement’. STOP...
In an ideal world, how would you like to apply for jobs? Potentialpark want to hear your opinion.
Everyone loves a survey, am I right? Okay, maybe not but how about a survey that could potentially impact on...
Considering postgraduate study?
This is the time of year when final years are deciding what to do and for many of you postgraduate study is on the list of options. But do think before you pursue this idea… Are you maybe...
NHS Graduate Management Training Scheme (GMTS) is now open
NHS Graduate Management Training Scheme (GMTS) – is now open and will close at 11am on 4th December 2018. Applications for the NHS Graduate Management Training Scheme: http://www.nhsgraduates.co.uk/ have now...
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The Gradcracker App puts the full power of Gradcracker in the palm of your hand. The website’s essential features have been distilled into a sleek, intuitive experience. That means no ads, no banners, no...
Is it worth making a speculative application?
A speculative application is when you approach the employer to see if they have any vacancies which is different from applying to an advertised vacancy. However is it worth the...
Opportunities for STEM students with Gradcracker
If you are a finalist looking for jobs or a second year looking for a placement then start with Gradcracker. Top STEM employers such as BMW, Mace and Shell have placed their opportunities on...