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Friday, January 2, 2026
If you’re a recent graduate ready to take the next big step in your career, the Vistry Graduate Pathways Programme could be the perfect launchpad. This structured graduate scheme opens doors into exciting, meaningful roles across a dynamic UK housebuilding and development business - and it’s now open for applications!
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Friday, January 2, 2026
For many South West graduates, this region isn’t just somewhere to start your career - it’s a place where opportunities, lifestyle and innovation come together.
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Friday, June 27, 2025
Widen your radar beyond grad schemes.
SMEs offer a brighter, more reachable path - where your skills matter, contributions count, and hiring processes are speedier.
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Thursday, May 29, 2025
We see a lot of CVs. We know it’s really hard to make sure they’re perfect. But there’s one area where we see lots of graduates shooting themselves in the foot; attention to detail.
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Thursday, March 6, 2025
We reveal the secret to finding great graduate jobs, graduate schemes and paid graduate internships in Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Bristol, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire.
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Thursday, September 5, 2024
If we spot a great vacancy that isn't advertised directly with us, we'll share it on our social media and/or website. We do this as part of our service to you because we're passionate about helping graduates get great jobs here in the south west.
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Sunday, September 10, 2023
Entering the job market as a recent graduate can be a daunting experience. One option that can provide you with structured career development and valuable experience is a graduate scheme. Graduate schemes, also known as graduate programmes or entry-level programs, are offered by a wide range of organisations, from large corporations to government agencies and nonprofit organisations. They typically provide graduates with a combination of on-the-job training, professional development, and mentorship opportunities. With graduate schemes now starting to open, we'll guide you through the steps to prepare for applying.
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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
In today's digital era, social media is an integral part of our daily lives. It’s ability to connect people and share content presents immense opportunities for graduate jobseekers. You can use the power of social media platforms to enhance your job search, build professional networks, and gain valuable insights into the job market. Here’s how…
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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
The recent UCU marking boycott has been making waves in the academic community and is, understandably, a worry for final year undergraduates.
Here's what we know and what you can do...
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Monday, June 19, 2023
So, you’ve slogged your guts out for three years and the goal posts have just moved. You’re reading job adverts and a degree isn’t enough. They want experience too. *Head in hands moment*.
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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
For graduates, the secret to developing a successful career in south west England is often down to knowing where to look. Rely on the internet and you'll find your search results dominated by the big graduate job boards, all of which tend to be very London-centric. But there are loads of brilliant opportunities out there. Use our inside knowledge to find some of the best graduate jobs in south west England...