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Glasgow City Council Graduate Development Programme

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Glasgow City Council Graduate Development Programme

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Glasgow City Council Graduate Development Programme

Our Graduate Programme is a 2 year long supported skills development and career management opportunity that places graduates at the heart of the organisation, giving them the opportunities to jumpstart their career in local government, take on leadership training, and inject fresh perspectives into the organisation.

We are seeking candidates with:

Good written and oral communication skills

Organisational skills

Leadership potential

Creative thinking and problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to take initiative

Candidates should have graduated prior to applying for a position on the Graduate Programme.

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Search the latest vacancies and apply for jobs at the Scottish Government. Find out what it is like to work in the public sector and the benefits we offer.

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Crowdsourced links to all UK public sector grad schemes and grad jobs across national and local government, the Civil Service, public bodies, healthcare, policing, and more.

Most schemes recruit only at specific times of the year. Some are also open to non-graduates.

Many of these organisations also offer entry-level roles and apprenticeships that may be suitable for graduates.

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Placements in the Scottish Animation, VFX, and Games sector

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Placements in the Scottish Animation, VFX, and Games sector

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Reset is a paid placement programme designed to inspire and empower both new entrants and junior professionals within the Scottish Animation, VFX, and Games sector.

For those starting out, Reset provides a structured path into the industry as a Trainee, offering invaluable hands-on experience.

For emerging talent, the programme focuses on refining skills, advancing careers to Junior roles, and unlocking long-term growth opportunities.

In 2025 applications closed May 5th.

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Reset is a paid eight-month traineeship within a Scottish Animation, Visual Effects (VFX) or Games company…

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The definitive guide to Britain's top graduate employers in 2024-2025

Clearly identify application deadlines and opportunities which include insight days, summer internships and graduate opportunities

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The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers 2024-2025

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Institute for Government Research Internships

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Institute for Government Research Internships

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One-year research internship programme starting in September.

Our research interns work across the research team, with each intern typically allocated to one of the themes in our work programme (e.g. civil service, devolution, public finances, etc). The precise nature of each individual internship will vary according to the needs of the projects that specific teams are working on, but key tasks include:

Carrying out literature reviews

Completing background research and conducting interviews with MPs, civil servants and others alongside colleagues

Undertaking data analysis, including creating and updating charts and developing data visualisation skills

Working with colleagues across the research and communications teams to organise and deliver the IfG’s public and private events

Presenting research findings to colleagues

Writing explainers and contributing to published reports

Providing other forms of administrative support to the rest of your team as required.

In 2025 the application deadline for this role is Tuesday 29 April.

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Early Talent Programmes

We have roles spanning across:

🤳 Marketing & Communications

🎬 PR & Publicity

🎨 Creative & Design

📈 Business & Sales

⭐ ... and more!

Kickstart your career in the entertainment industry and apply today.

TIP: Apply ASAP as adverts will close when we have enough applications.

(2025 applications opened early March)

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The Scheme is for voices we want to hear more of in publishing.

Make your mark by spending six months between January – July 2025 working with the best at the leading UK publisher.

Eligibility

To apply, you’ll need to identify as from a lower socio-economic background.

We use parental occupation at age 14 to measure this as the Social Mobility Commission suggests it to be the most accurate measure available to assess socio-economic background, as well as being accessible to those from all nationalities.

All nine trainees are paid £25,500 pro rata (£12,750 for the duration of the programme) and we offer financial support to those commuting from outside of London.

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Paid two-week work experience placements

We run cohorts every 3-4 months.

You must be able to join us at our London offices for at least 2 days each week so that you can build relationships across the business

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Paid summer internship roles sit across 9 different teams in our London office, with opportunities to contribute to projects in one of our publishing houses or specialist group functions.

In 2025 applications close 6th April.

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EuroBrussels is the leading job-site for European Affairs and International Relations jobs.

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Careers in Politics - various jobs search resources

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....you never know, there might be an exciting option for you!

Current available roles

The NHS Confederation Primary Care Network are looking to recruit an intern! For more information email elisha@ihaveavoice.org.uk.

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GoodMoves - charity & voluntary sector jobs in Scotland

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Enterprise Graduate Management Trainee Scheme

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Discover how we
grow our own.

Want to learn how to inspire and lead while gaining valuable, hands-on experience across customer service, sales and marketing, finance, and operations? Then a Graduate Management Trainee role is for you. With our help and guidance, you'll quickly grow to understand how to manage a successful, multimillion-pound business. Speaking of growth, we've got plenty of that waiting for you, too. There's training. There's development. And an open-door policy that encourages informal mentoring. Plus, with our unique promote-from-within culture, you'll always be making progress in your career - and flourishing in ways you probably never thought possible.

Meet James. Management Trainee extraordinaire.

Go behind the scenes with him and discover what it's like to be a Graduate Management Trainee at Enterprise Mobility.

Your location. No matter where you work, you'll make a major impact.

Where will you work? You'll start close to home at one of our neighbourhood locations. You'll build relationships with coworkers, customers, and mentors. Then, you'll be ready for the big leagues - managing a multimillion-pound neighbourhood branch or airport location. The skills and experience you gain will be the foundation of your career.

Neighbourhood

Enterprise Mobility started in neighbourhoods. Being a neighbour and a business partner to car dealerships, insurance representatives, and body shops. You'll listen and make decisions on how to best help each customer. You'll manage a fleet of vehicles. And train and develop your staff. The goal? Make our customers' lives a little easier and grow your business.

Airport

At the airport, every day is different. And a new challenge. Your fleet of vehicles is bigger than a neighbourhood branch. And you'll have more customers with different travel needs. You'll learn skills that'll help you continue to grow your career. Managing airport locations is about more than cars and employees. It's sharing a fleet with our other brands. And doing what it takes to get your customers on their way.

Your team. Working with great people is a given.

From day one, you'll find that all your coworkers are driven by the same values that Enterprise Mobility was founded on. We build connections. One customer. One business relationship. One coworker at a time. And, every day will bring new and exciting challenges. Here are some of the people you could interact with:

Branch Manager

A leader? Yes. Strategic? For sure. Employees in this role make sure everything keeps running smoothly at our branches.

Area Managers

Bigger than the branch, Area Managers cover a whole region and make sure everything keeps running smoothly, ensuring our customers get everywhere they want to go.

Assistant Manager

Adaptable, agile and attentive, our Assistant Managers share the responsibility of running the branch with the branch manager.

Customers and Business Partners

This our community. The people who rely on Enterprise Mobility to get where they need to go. And the businesses that we partner with in order to make it all possible.

Your future. Let's get it going down the right path.

Want to be the future of Enterprise Mobility? As a Management Trainee, you will be. You'll be given real responsibility - and be expected to own it. We'll empower you to experience, explore and thrive. With support and training, and a promote-from-within culture, you'll get the chance to explore many paths in one career - all at one company. You just need to take the first step.

1. Graduate Management Trainee is level 1

2. Management Assistant is level 2

3. Assistant Manager is level 3

4. Branch Manager is level 4

5. Area Manager is level 5

6. Group Rental Manager is level 6

7. Regional Vice President is level 7

8. Vice President/ General Manager is level 8

Your talents. Let's make sure they measure up.

Looking for responsibility right away? Want to start moving up your career path quickly? Here's the competency areas we look for in our Graduate Management Trainees:

This is just the tip of the iceberg. As a Graduate Management Trainee, the more you put in to the programme, the more you'll get out of it. We promote from within, based on performance. Not seniority. Take advantage of any and every opportunity. And enjoy the rewards.

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We’re looking for people in the early stages of their journalistic career who can demonstrate their journalism and storytelling skills in a variety of ways. You might be writing articles for a local or student newspaper or website, working at a radio station with news content, blogging, vlogging or creating social media content. You might also have the NCTJ Diploma or another Journalism qualification such as the Junior Journalist Apprenticeship.

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The headlines

Gold standard training for people already demonstrating their journalistic potential and looking to develop advanced journalism skills.

You'll study and learn on the job while working towards a Level 7 Apprenticeship and the industry recognised NCTJ National Qualification in Journalism (NQJ).

Start date: September 2023

Duration: 2 years

Salary: £23,842 (+ London Living Allowance of £4,918)

Contract Type: Continuing

Location(s): England (Birmingham, Salford, London), Scotland (Glasgow, Shetland), Wales (Cardiff)

Typically leading to: a role as a Journalist at the BBC

What you'll do

Gain hands-on experience, creating quality news and sports content for BBC TV, radio, online and digital platforms.

Develop your journalistic skills, researching, writing and broadcasting news stories and features across topics including current affairs, business, politics, sport and culture.

Learn from and work with experts in the field at the biggest broadcasting organisation in the world.

And study for your industry recognised National Qualification in Journalism (NQJ) and a level 7 apprenticeship.

Who we're looking for

To be eligible for this apprenticeship, you must:

Be aged 18 or over when the scheme starts in September 2023

Have Maths and English GCSEs at 9-4/A-C or National 5s (Scotland) at A-C or equivalent

Be legally allowed to work in the UK

Have been resident in either the UK or EEA (European Economic Area) since 11th September 2020

You'll need to demonstrate you:

Are already showing your journalistic skills

Are open and curious about people

Have a passion to understand the world and get to the facts

Have original and creative ideas for ways to reach new audiences

Regularly read, watch and listen to news across all platforms

Are motivated and self-starting

Are flexible, adaptable and resilient

We're looking for people in the early stages of their journalistic career who can demonstrate their journalism and storytelling skills in a variety of ways. You might be writing articles for a local or student newspaper or website, working at a radio station with news content, blogging, vlogging or creating social media content. You might also have the NCTJ Diploma or another Journalism qualification such as the Junior Journalist Apprenticeship.

What you'll get
During your apprenticeship

A starting salary of £23,842 (+ £4,918 London Living Allowance)

A flexible 35-hour working week, 25 days of annual leave days and bank holidays, and a defined pension scheme. Plus discounted dental, health care, gym and much more

A dedicated Team Manager and Scheme Specialist to help with your development

Professional teaching and mentoring by industry experts

Industry-leading journalism training through the BBC Academy

On successful completion of your apprenticeship

A recognised Level 7 Journalism Apprenticeship

NCTJ National Qualification in Journalism (NQJ)

A Journalist role at the BBC

Apprenticeship standard

If you'd like to know more about the apprenticeship qualification, see here

More about the NCTJ National Qualification in Journalism here

Apply on the BBC Careers Hub

During the application process we want to learn more about your skills and interests. For further information about the application process please click here.

Support with your application:

We are proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and if you require any reasonable adjustments in order to apply or interview for a role with the BBC please visit our Early Careers Recruitment page

Support with your application

We are proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and if you require any reasonable adjustments in order to apply or interview for a role with the BBC please visit our Early Careers Recruitment page.

Diversity

Diversity matters to us. Here at Early Careers we have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. Find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC.

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Expert training for people already demonstrating their journalistic potential and looking to develop advanced journalism skills.

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NATO Young Professionals Programme (YPP) 

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NATO's Young Professionals Programme (YPP) aims to attract and develop highly talented professionals who are interested in accelerating their career through entry-level positions at NATO.

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work in various areas in different NATO bodies and gain a range of experiences across the Alliance.

Successful candidates will be assigned to different NATO bodies for one-year periods, for a total of three NATO bodies over three years.

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NATO's Young Professionals Programme (YPP) aims to attract and develop highly talented professionals who are interested in accelerating their career through entry-level positions at NATO. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work in various areas in different NATO bodies and gain a range of experiences across the Alliance.

Successful candidates will be assigned to different NATO bodies for one-year periods, for a total of three NATO bodies over three years. This will provide participants with a broad understanding of NATO and with opportunities to develop many competences in several different work areas within the Organization.
The call for applications for the YPP is now closed. The information for the new cycle will be updated in due time.
The Young Professionals Programme offers successful candidates the opportunity to acquire a unique international experience, which will contribute to their personal and professional growth. Participants in the YPP programme will also receive a competitive employee benefit package.

Unique international experience

As a NATO Young Professional, you will contribute to a military and political alliance that protects one billion people. You will work in diverse and stimulating environments in one or several related areas during your assignments to three different NATO bodies. You will be able to enhance your career development and equip yourself with the knowledge and toolkit necessary for tackling your next professional challenges.

Personal and professional growth

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to support NATO's objectives by contributing to a wide range of activities addressing the needs of each NATO body and the whole of the Alliance. As a Young Professional, you will also be able to develop your knowledge and skills while enlarging your professional network through the community of Young Professionals and the NATO family at large.

Benefits

Young Professionals will receive a competitive salary and other benefits, including health insurance, reimbursement of travel expenses to relocate before and after duty, training opportunities and paid annual leave of 30 days.
The most recent call for applications for the YPP was from 06/04/2023 to 07/05/2023. Please read the steps below for application information. The information for the new cycle will be updated in due time.

1. Confirm your eligibility

The Young Professionals Programme is open to applicants who fulfil the following eligibility criteria at the time of application:

Age: 21+

Nationality: a citizen of a NATO member country

Professional experience: at least one year of demonstrated professional experience, including full-time employment, temporary assignments and/or internships at the time of application

Educational status: a master's degree or equivalent from a recognised institution at the time of application

Languages: proficiency in one of the two official NATO languages: English or French. A working knowledge of the second is considered an asset. Knowledge of other languages may also be considered an asset for certain positions.

Other specific requirements might apply depending on the vacancy advertised.

2. Review the vacancy advertisements

Carefully review the vacancy advertisements that you are interested in and verify that your educational background and professional experience fulfil the criteria. You may submit multiple applications, but you are encouraged to only apply to positions you are qualified for.

3. Create an account

To submit an application, you must first create an account in NATO's e-recruitment system. Please click on "Sign In" in the upper right corner. You will be directed to a page where you can create a "New User".

Please note that we do not accept applications via mail or email.

4. Prepare your application

Select the appropriate vacancy. You will be asked to respond to a set of pre-screening questions, followed by short sections that you are required to manually fill in with your personal and professional details. Before finishing your application, please attach a scanned copy of your diploma and any other documents that may be relevant to support your application.

5. Submit your application

Once you have reviewed your responses and submitted your application, you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your submission. We will inform you of the results of the initial assessment over the summer period.

The successful applicants from previous editions have worked in varied and important areas that deliver on the key priorities of the Alliance. This includes positions in project management; engineering; cyber defence; emerging technologies; communications; administration; policy analysis; operation planning and coordination; legal affairs; and financial management. The Young Professionals have brought impressive skills and knowledge to the Alliance, and present real opportunities for NATO to benefit from fresh and innovative perspectives.

Learn about the YPP experience!​​

We asked Young Professionals about some of their favourite projects and what they have gained from the YPP so far. Read about some of their experiences below.

​"I have been able to form a holistic vision of how NATO Headquarters and NATO Agencies work, as well as of the impact that political decisions have in NATO Agencies, their internal structure and ​​​governance bodies, and the work of the NATO armaments community."

Silvia - Silvia worked in Defence Investment in NATO Headquarters in Brussels in her first year and is currently at the NATO Support and Procurement Agency in Luxembourg

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"What I have most enjoyed about the first year is that, thanks to this programme, we have had the opportunity to work on actual content work, and not on purely administrative support tasks. Another very important point for me were all the activities, events and talks that have been organised around the program and allowed us to obtain a more comprehensive training."

Pablo Garcia Prieto - Pablo worked at the NATO Communications and Information Agency in Brussels during his first year and is currently at the NATO Support and Procurement Agency in Luxembourg)​

"What I enjoyed most in the first year was Allied Command Operation's military culture where respect, collaboration and esprit de corps are highly valued. Through my role as a finance Staff Officer I was able to reconcile NATO's purpose, decision-making process, and activities into a coherent whole."​

Miguel L. R. Marchildon - Miguel worked at Strategic Headquarters Allied Powers Europe in Mons, Belgium in his first year and is currently at Allied Command Transformation in Norfolk, U.S.

"Among a lot of outstanding projects, I really liked to contribute to the NATO Partnership Symposium, which took place in Geneva and was an outstanding platform bringing together Allies and partners. Working at Headquarters provided me with a lot of valuable insights into the daily work of the Alliance and also with various opportunities to make new friends. A major thing I learned this year is that consensus is not always easy to achieve but remains an important driver for the Organization.​​"

Tobias - Tobias worked in Political Affairs and Security Policy at NATO Headquarters in Brussels in his first year and is currently at Allied Command Transformation in Norfolk, U.S.

​"I really enjoyed the opportunity to support the NATO Support and Procurement Agency Front Office and the General Manager directly, as it gave me great exposure to the senior decision-making processes at the Agency. Also, I learned that moving to a new country and starting a new job for NATO can be an overwhelming experience, but that if you work hard and diligently, you can learn and make a positive contribution quickly."

Nikolay Kolev - Nikolay worked at the NATO Support and Procurement Agency in his first year and is currently at Allied Joint Force Command Brunssum, the Netherlands​​

​​Hear from the managers!

We asked managers participating in the YPP about their experiences so far. Read some of their comments below.

"In the area of Cyber Defence it is difficult to get young talent on board that is knowledgeable on the subject, especially when it comes to the political and strategic level. The Young Professional who joined our section brought a unique combination of cyberspace domain expertise with a political and strategic perspective, which complemented the existing expertise. Specifically, the knowledge on state-of-the-art cyberspace topics provided valuable insights and contributions to the ongoing work strands."

Dr. Patrick Jungkunz, Branch Head, Cyber Defence and Cyberspace Operations, NHQC3S

"The Young Professional strengthened their organisational understanding, finance processes knowledge, approaches to implement positive change and improvements in financial policies, processes, and documentation. NCI Agency Finance remains committed towards such programmes, whereby the organisation is interacting on-the-job with these next generations of professionals, who have in turn the opportunity to increase their professional experience in between NATO bodies."

Cosmin Croitor, Chief, Financial Strategy, Policy, Process and Continuous Improvement, NCIA

"The obvious quality of the Young Professional who worked with us as an employee reflects positively on NATO and makes me proud that I am employed by an organisation that can attract candidates like this. The Young Professional demonstrated very high standards and clearly showed that NATO can benefit by employing from a broader age range. The diversity of perspectives delivered a better quality of work that advanced the Alliance's agenda in key areas. The Young Professional constructively challenged our status quo."

Simon Purton, Section Head (Capability Requirements) - Senior Operations Research Analyst, ACT

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"Having a Young Professional as part of the Acquisition team gave us a colleague who is highly educated, high potential, ready to make an impact to NATO and eager to learn fast. This kind of program can create a strong positive loop for the Alliance, increasing the professionalisation of its staff."

Alexandre Vitry, Deputy Chief of Acquisition - Procurement & Policy, NCIA​

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FCO Country Based Staff recruitment pages, where you will be able to find jobs within the British Government overseas’ network.

All jobs posted on this site are recruited locally and are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service, according to the local employment law of each country.

In order to apply for opportunities across the network, unless otherwise stated, you must hold the independent right to live and work legally in the country where the job is advertised.

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Higher Executive Officer - Fast Stream

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Often unpaid however increasingly UN agencies are paying interns.

Follow https://www.linkedin.com/in/haiqi-wan-8648271b0/ who is a UN Communications Intern who posts regularly regarding opportunities and updates

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TIP: sign up for their weekly jobs newsletter

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Smart Thinking Jobs brings together all the policy and think tank job opportunities currently on offer in the UK. We specialise in research roles as well as other careers in the policy world such as communications, fundraising and events jobs. Whether you are looking for your next role or wish to hire the best candidates with the right experience, Smart Thinking is the place to conduct your search.

Alongside the job and internship adverts we also have resources and information on what a career in a UK think tank looks like, skills you may need and how to get started. For more information on the UK think tank and policy world find our comprehensive think tank list here.

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TIP: Most employers recruit from any degree subject - look for these as you are unlikely to see your HaSS degree specified

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Glasgow City Council Internships (applications usually open in March)

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Glasgow City Council Internships (applications usually open in March)

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•(Search criteria: Organisation – Glasgow/Contract type – fixed term)
•Glasgow City Council can provide real life work experience to students with a summer Internship from Monday 05 June 2023 – Friday 25 August 2023, inclusive. Applicants must be available for the full duration of the 12-week placement. The interns will work 35 hours per week and rate of pay will be equivalent of the Glasgow Living Wage.

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CASE Graduate Trainee Progammes - applications open now until February 01, 2024

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•The CASE Graduate Trainee Programme is an extensive training programme which aims to develop high calibre talent in the advancement profession across higher education, schools, and not-for-profit sectors.
•The training programme has been designed for graduates and postgraduates seeking a career in fundraising and philanthropy, to develop and refine their skillset while experiencing interactive workshops, professional mentoring, and invaluable networking.
•The programme is currently available within the UK/Europe, US/Canada, and Asia-Pacific regions.

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The Graduate Trainee Programme is a one-year extensive programme which aims to attract talented graduates into roles in educational institutions in fundraising, alumni relations, communications or marketing - collectively known asthe advancement profession.

Most of the training will be delivered on-the-job by the host organisation while providing their new starter with a learning plan for the year, which is likely to include hands-on work experience in specific areas, project work and placements to the different teams within the office.

A complementary programme of off-the-job training events organised by CASE will take place throughout the year to support the trainees in their work and equip them with the primary core competencies needed to start their career journey.

Background

In 2009, CASE Europe developed this programme with support from the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) to complement the UK Government's Matched Funding Scheme for Higher Education. The higher education fundraising profession needed to attract high calibre graduates and postgraduates to further develop fundraising and philanthropic giving with UK higher education.

Purpose

CASE is committed to growing the advancement profession and thrives to identify and train talented individuals in the fundamental skills, knowledge and aptitude needed to succeed in the sector.

We aspire to support and encourage organisations to connect with their various constituencies and create equitable pathways for current and future employees whilst remaining inclusive of people of different ethnicities, nationalities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, and ability levels.

Find out more about CASE Diversity Mission and Zero Tolerance Pledge.

Objectives

To identify and develop high calibre advancement professionals in the education sector.

To raise the profile of the advancement profession and promote its growth.

To create a talent pipeline and raise awareness of the various career options within the sector.

To share best practices, knowledge, and expertise across the sector.

2024-25 Programme

: Insight Day: an opportunity for trainees to meet representatives of key institutions and organisations which contribute to the advancement profession

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CASE Graduate Trainee Programme - Europe

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CASE Graduate Trainee Programme - Europe is a fantastic opportunity for high quality graduates and postgrads seeking a career in fundraising and philanthropy within schools, higher education and not-for-profit sectors.

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We are open for applications to our 2024 cohort. Please note that we recruit as applications come in, so we recommend getting started as soon as you can with the process to maximise your chances.

•Use your ambition and creativity to lead as a frontline prison officer. With support from Unlocked, many of our graduates start up projects aimed at rehabilitation and reforming prison policy.
•Global businesses, not-for-profits and of course, the prison and justice system employ our graduates after their two years.
•You’ll become an advocate, negotiator, diplomat, and leader. It calls for a calm head, confidence, and problem-solving skills – all of which our graduates develop with us. With responsibility from day one, it’s the rare chance to become a leader where it matters.

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To celebrate and recognise hidden heroes across the UK, we talked with one of Unlocked Graduates' Mentoring Prison Officers, Mahlon, who is currently working as a Mentoring Prison Officer supporting participants across our south region.

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There are many myths about the prison officer role, but it's definitely a job that gets a reaction... could it be right for you?

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Applications on a rolling basis for graduates from any degree discipline who wish to embrace a career in research.  You’ll join a team that focuses on a specialist area of research, our main business areas include:
• Consumer Research
• Branding and Market Strategy
• Advertising and Media
• Customer Experience
• Healthcare
• Social Research
• Reputational Research
• Survey management and Data Collection

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Ipsos | Global Market Research and Public Opinion specialist.

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Charityworks Leadership Programme Applications for Charityworks 2024 open 10th October 2023

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Charityworks Leadership Programme Applications for Charityworks 2024 open 10th October 2023

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A paid, 12 month talent programme which gives you all the tools you need to build a career in the UK non-profit sector

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At Charityworks, we firmly believe in the potential of young people to play a significant role in our national Covid recovery whilst recognising the challenge that the current climate brings for youth employment.

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HMRC graduate programme (Tax Professional) - Applications for the 2023 programme closed on 26 October 2022

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HMRC graduate programme (Tax Professional) - Applications for the 2023 programme closed on 26 October 2022

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The tax profession offers a varied and stimulating range of career pathways and opportunities to specialise, for example, in international and corporation tax, investigation, technical specialist, fraud, tax policy or as a manager.

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Join the HMRC graduate programme (Tax Professional)

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Find out about HMRC’s graduate recruitment programme, the selection process, and how to apply for the 2023 programme.

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Impact: The Local Government Graduate Programme  (England) - Applications open in Autumn .

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Impact: The Local Government Graduate Programme  (England) - Applications open in Autumn .

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Impact: The Local Government Graduate Programme

Impact is a fast-track graduate programme for bright and passionate individuals who want to make a difference while excelling in their own careers.

Do you want to make an impact in local government whilst having a positive impact on your own future? Then why not join us to kick-start a meaningful, successful career in the public sector.

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Corporate roles

Technical roles – including Intelligence Analysts: Being an analyst is all about solving problems. Curious and methodical, our analysts get to grips with lots of data, make things easier to understand and produce insightful reports. These reports often shape foreign policy and national security.

Specialist roles

*You’ll usually need to have been a resident in the UK for seven out of the last ten years before applying for a role with us. This is particularly important if you were born outside the UK.

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At the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), we support the most critical organisations in the UK, the wider public sector, industry, SMEs as well as the general public. When incidents do occur, we provide effective incident response to minimise harm to the UK, help with recovery, and learn lessons for the future.

National Cyber Security Centre

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At the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), we support the most critical organisations in the UK, the wider public sector, industry, SMEs as well as the general public. When incidents do occur, we provide effective incident response to minimise harm to the UK, help with recovery, and learn lessons for the future.

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• Intelligence Officer
• Business Support Officer
• Corporate services
• Science and Technology
• Language specialists

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As you can probably tell, we want to make your career with us as rewarding and enjoyable as possible. Depending on operational need, we'll aim to give you a good work/life balance, including the option of flexible working. You'll also have access to excellent training and development opportunities, giving you the chance to strengthen your skills and shape your career within SIS.

Our benefits include: a Civil Service pension, discounted healthcare scheme and 25 days' paid annual leave. We also provide generous shared parental/adoption leave and pay, childcare vouchers and a subsidised children's holiday play scheme. Finally, you can take advantage of our cycle to work scheme, an interest-free season ticket loan, and the on-site restaurant, gym and language facilities at our London headquarters.

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As you can probably tell, we want to make your career with us as rewarding and enjoyable as possible. Depending on operational need, we'll aim to give you a good work/life balance, including the option of flexible working. You'll also have access to excellent training and development opportunities, giving you the chance to strengthen your skills and shape your career within SIS.

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•Intelligence Officer Development Programme
•Intelligence and Data Analyst Development Programme
•Technology Graduate Development Programme
•Business Enablers (corporate services) - develop a breadth of experience by undertaking a corporate role and collaborate with a range of business areas. Business Enablers can also go on to specialise in particular areas such as Finance, Legal, Information Management, HR, Project Management, Compliance, Recruitment, Policy, and Data Management

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What We Have to Offer

A career at MI5 is like no other. Not only is it rewarding and unique but the variety here is like nowhere else. Talented individuals from a range of backgrounds join our graduate development programmes. What other jobs put you at the cutting edge of news events, help stop terror attacks on the street of our cities, protect our secrets and prevent cyber-attacks? Our programmes develop your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment, putting you at the heart of MI5's investigations. And whichever programme you choose, you will be directly contributing to keeping the country safe.

Watch our Graduate Stories

A lot of people have heard of MI5. But few know what we do. Get the inside story on what it's like to be an MI5 graduate on one of our four schemes and learn more about our interesting, rewarding and exciting graduate careers.

(Note: for security reasons, the video below features actors.)

Play video Watch Lily's take on the Technology Graduate Development Programme (TGDP).

TGDP

Hi there. I'm Lily, and I'm a chemistry graduate at MI5's Technology Graduate Development Programme, or TGDP. Let me tell you - I never thought that I could do something like this. But while at uni, I realised I didn't really want to have a chemistry-focused career. I started looking for jobs where I could use the core skills I picked up doing my degree, but in a totally different way.

Then I found MI5's TGDP. And let me tell you literally, in the first two weeks, MI5 caught me up to scratch with everything. They've been so supportive, and I'm being taught some, literally incredible things. They even paid for me to get formal qualifications relevant to my new job role. And with so many different opportunities around, I really can't picture myself getting bored here.

As for right now? Let's just say I'm part of some vital projects that have real-world impact. I'm not just making money for some people I've never met before. I'm helping MI5 protect lives, while also getting to work on some pretty cool technology. It's amazing.

Why Join MI5?

A career at MI5 is like no other. Not only is it rewarding and unique but the variety here is like no-where else. It is this variety that means most people stay at MI5 as they are able to fulfill all their career ambitions here without ever having to leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

An in-depth knowledge and understanding of a variety of communities is crucial for our work. So it's important our staff come from a breadth of backgrounds and cultures to reflect the people we work hard to protect.

Today, MI5, MI6 and GCHQ have published their gender pay gap reports

More people can now apply for jobs at MI5 following a change to our eligibility requirements.

MI5 Director General Ken McCallum has welcomed the National Security Act receiving royal assent.

Fact or Fiction

MI5 didn't 'officially' exist until 1992

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Graduate Development Programmes | Professional Development Program

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MI5 offers a range of graduate career development opportunities and development programmes. Find out about jobs, training schemes and graduate programmes.

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HM Treasury graduate programme (closed 11 Nov 2022 for 23 entry)

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HM Treasury graduate programme (closed 11 Nov 2022 for 23 entry)

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Graduates who join us will be involved in developing policies that impact all areas of government and make a difference to millions of lives every day.

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I can help fund public services

Graduates who join us will be involved in developing policies that impact all areas of government and make a difference to millions of lives every day.

Everything that we do at HM Treasury is intrinsically linked to everyday life in the UK. Our work covers important policy areas such as housing, education, health, local government, policing and pensions. We also support the wider economy by funding growth and business innovation to put the UK economy on a sustainable footing. This work has never been more meaningful than in current times, where we've been directly behind building the Furlough Scheme and Job Retention Scheme, working to support the country's people during the global COVID-19 pandemic.

As a Policy Adviser, you'll become a specialist in a particular policy area. Your job will be to provide the government of the day with the best advice possible, to help them to make decisions in the best interests of the public we serve. And your work will have a direct impact on the lives of millions of people.

No two days are the same for a Policy Adviser. One day you might be analysing data, coordinating both short and long-term projects, the next you could be in Parliament supporting Ministers in a debate. You can expect to write briefings for Ministers and senior managers, and respond to written questions from MPs or members of the public. Throughout your time on the Graduate Development Programme, you'll work with all sorts of government departments, external organisations and individuals to debate and craft the policy we deliver. Whatever your area of policy, you'll enjoy real responsibility, challenge and fulfilment that we don't think you can find anywhere else.

Working with the mentorship and support of a manager and wider team, previous Policy Advisers have:

Developed the Government's first Islamic Finance bond

Contributed to the development of the UK's future customs and trade policy

Developed regional devolution agreements, devolving powers to local areas

Policy Advisers can join us in either our London or Darlington offices on permanent contracts. So, as long as you complete your six-month probation period, you'll remain a permanent staff member after completing the graduate programme.

The HM Treasury Graduate Development Programme is a phenomenal way to start a career in policy. You don't have to have an economics degree or relevant work experience to progress here as a Policy Adviser. We designed our Graduate Development Programme to nurture policy professionals, giving them the depth of knowledge and the breadth of experience to work across multiple policy areas. So, we'll give you the training to help you develop, and improve on, the skills you already have.

Programme structure

During your time on our three-year development programme, you'll have two placements within the Department. You'll spend 18 months in your first posting, establishing a detailed grounding in a particular area of policy. At the end of this first posting, we'll move you into a second 18-month posting. Depending upon the needs of the department and your development needs, you could further your knowledge in your first policy area, or work in a different area to broaden your experience.

Responsibility, experience and support

Because of Treasury's key role in government and the high profile work we do, our graduate programme offers opportunities to take on real-world responsibility - with the support and experience you need to make the most of your potential and progress your career. You'll also benefit from regular mentoring conversations with your line manager, who'll help you plan your career.

It's an approach that's proved successful over the years. Most of our senior leadership team today joined the Civil Service as graduates.

Diverse career paths

HM Treasury's work is diverse and so are the career paths of our Policy Advisers. After completing the Graduate Development Programme, most of our Policy Advisers choose to develop a long-term career in the Treasury. Others gain experience in the wider Civil Service to share the knowledge and skills they've gained for the benefit of the UK population, and some move to other public sector organisations. Many of those who spend time away from the Treasury come back, to a warm welcome.

What we're looking for

We welcome graduates with a 2.2 or above in any degree subject area. Whether you've just graduated or are looking for a change of career, we encourage you to apply. To join us, you'll need a real interest in public policy and the role of government.

Our aim is to build a Treasury that's truly reflective of the diverse society we serve. So, it's important that our employees come from a broad range of backgrounds, bringing us the widest possible range of perspectives and ways of thinking.

We welcome graduates with a 2.2 or above in any degree subject, and from all universities.

As well as having a real interest in public policy and the role of government, you'll need the following core skills and attributes:

Clear analysis: The ability to think around a problem, identify the key issues and find solutions. You'll need to be able to grasp ideas quickly, take complex information on board, and filter out any irrelevant or distracting information.

Interpersonal skills: Policy Advisers work with a wide range of stakeholders who have differing views. You'll need to be able to understand varied perspectives, and use that understanding to influence, persuade and negotiate.

Clear communication: It's essential that you have the ability to communicate complex issues clearly and concisely, particularly in writing.

Team working: We work in small teams and value collaborative working and supporting each other, so we're looking for people who share these values and can develop strong, positive working relationships with others.

Motivation: We need people who are excited about working on government policy that matters to the whole country. And because our work is important and high profile, it attracts a high degree of scrutiny. So, you'll need to be able to hold your own and balance responsibility, even in the very early part of your career with us.

Resilience: We work in an ever-evolving political and economic environment. You'll need to be able to think flexibly and cope with what could be frequent changes to situations and priorities.

Our Policy Advisers have a lot of responsibility, but we're committed to equipping our people with all the tools they need to handle this. Central to this is our Graduate Development Programme.

The programme consists of a mixture of structured and on-the-job learning with support from your line manager and wider Treasury colleagues. It's designed to build your confidence and give you the knowledge, skills and behaviours you need to be an expert professional Policy Adviser.

You'll gain a foundation in the core skills for policy making in HM Treasury and the wider Civil Service, including economics, fiscal policy and working with Ministers. We'll enable you to develop the skills to become an effective policy adviser, from negotiating and influencing to creative problem-solving and communication.

Beyond the training available on the Graduate Development Programme, you'll be supported through the HM Treasury policy skills framework, relevant for staff at all grades who work in the policy profession.

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About the Programme - HM Treasury Careers

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Graduates who join us will be involved in developing policies that impact all areas of government and make a difference to millions of lives every day. Everything that we do at HM Treasury is intrinsically linked to everyday life in the UK. Our work covers important policy areas such as housing, education, health, local government, policing and pensions.

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NHS England graduate management training programme (open now, close 31 October 23 for entry Sept 24)

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NHS England graduate management training programme (open now, close 31 October 23 for entry Sept 24)

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• General management
• Finance
• HR
• Policy and strategy
• Health informatics
• Health analysis

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Scheme – Graduate Management Training Scheme

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Leading teams and driving change, at the heart of the NHS. Develop the skills to innovate, project manage, inspire others to support your vision – and deliver exceptional results.

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NHS Scotland Management Training Scheme (2023 applications were 1 February – 22 February)

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NHS Scotland Management Training Scheme (2023 applications were 1 February – 22 February)

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A three-year programme, with placements in Health Boards across Scotland. These will give you real management responsibilities, and the chance to work with senior leaders and managers.

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After graduating I was looking at sort of obviously my options and looking at the absolute variety of graduate schemes that exist out there.

There are certainly loads within the private sector, and they are a great fit for some people, but for me they just felt a bit generic sometimes, and just didn't give the same sort of personality and values that I was looking for in a scheme.

So first of all I was drawn to the NHS England scheme, and, as good as it sounded - it fitted in with my values and it was a chance to progress within the NHS, which was something I wanted - there were aspects of, I think, the size of it that put me off slightly, the size of the cohort.

So, when I found the NHS Scotland training scheme, that just felt like the perfect fit. It was the first time I'd read a graduate scheme and thought "Yes, this is what I want, this is the right opportunity, the right length, the right Masters that will tie in, and a small enough cohort that you'll get really good experience within a really good group" and it just felt like the right fit.

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Welcome to NHSScotland's Graduate Management Training Scheme! 2023 application window: 22nd February (noon).

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Scottish Government Graduate Development Programme (recruits every 2 years)

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Scottish Government Graduate Development Programme (recruits every 2 years)

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•Scottish equivalent of Civil Service Fast Stream
•Provides the opportunities and support you need to achieve your career goals and become a future leader
•If you are passionate about public services and want to make a difference – this is the graduate scheme for you!

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Graduate Recruitment - Scottish Government Jobs

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Our Graduate Development Programme offers an exciting career pathway to leadership positions in the Civil Service.

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Civil Service Fast Stream (applications close midday 6th Nov 2025)

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Civil Service Fast Stream (applications close midday 6th Nov 2025)

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Develops talented, high-potential people to become future Civil Service leader

17 different schemes on the Fast Stream, each with high-quality, structured learning and a career path within a government profession.

You can choose more than 1 scheme preference when you apply.

Useful resource:

The Civil Service Fast Stream: An Unofficial Guide is written by current and previous Fast Streamers.

It gives you honest, insider insight into one of the UK’s most competitive graduate programmes, from understanding the process to top tips for every assessment stage.

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The Civil Service Fast Stream. Grow like nowhere else.

Unleash your future leadership and management potential. Grow like nowhere else. Join the Fast Stream and you'll be encouraged, enabled and empowered to shape your way in postings where you'll tackle issues that matter to people across the UK.

The Civil Service supports the government of the day to implement its policies effectively on behalf of every community across the UK. From benefits and pensions to employment services, prisons to driving licenses, our work touches every aspect of UK life. Our award-winning Fast Stream programme accelerates careers, developing talented, high-potential people into future Civil Service leaders and managers.

Offering access to roles in just about every government department, the Fast Stream opens up a huge range of opportunities. Here, we're growing tomorrow's leaders and managers, building a Civil Service for a fast-changing world, and tackling some of the biggest challenges impacting the UK. From the vast range of unique postings and projects, to a breadth and depth of experience like no other, this is a place to develop your knowledge, stretch your skills and build your networks. And because we look at your unique skills, aptitude and potential, not your background, age or degree subject, there's nothing to stand in your way.

All you need is an open mind and the determination to succeed, and we'll invest in you.

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We need talented people to lead the future Civil Service. Whoever you are, whatever your background, the Fast Stream is the fastest route to real leadership.