Once you've graduated, you might be wondering - how do I find a job which is relevant to my studies? When looking for a job, particularly in technical sectors which Carrington West recruit for, it can be difficult to set yourself apart from more experienced candidates going for the same roles.
With that in mind, we've collated our best blog content which you can use to learn how to land a high-paying role as a graduate in your sector. We've also created profiles for some common built environment roles in the sectors where we specialise.
Job Profiles
Roles and Responsibilities in the Built Environment
At Carrington West, we work with employers across the built environment, infrastructure, and utilities sectors, helping graduates find roles that match their skills and aspirations. Our Graduate Hub features a guide to the job profiles we most often recruit for – from civil, site and structural engineers to environment planners and estimators, we've got you covered. Explore the list and discover the opportunities that could shape your career journey.
Top Career Advice Blogs for Graduates
How to write a CV:
.jpg) | Do you want to improve your CV, or are you writing your CV for the first time? Follow these tips from our |
How to prepare for an interview, and the most common interview questions:
.jpg) | Interviews are not just a way for employers to assess What questions should you ask in a job interview? How do you answer interview questions? All this and more, answered in this blog. |
How to create a professional LinkedIn profile:
 | Creating a LinkedIn account is easy - much like any social media site. Setting up your profile and maximising your |
Graduate expectations vs. reality in the workplace:
 | Graduate jobs can be exciting, but also nerve-wracking. This blog helps you navigate those first jobs or graduate schemes. understand what to expect and how to get the most out of it, so you can rise up the ranks and earn responsibility quickly. |
How to write a cover letter:
.jpg) | Cover letters are a famously arduous part of any job application. Not every hiring manager or recruiter will ask for one. but if they do, it is because they are looking for more information about you than your CV provides on its own. Here are some tips you should follow to help your application stand out from the crowd, from what to include in a cover letter, and how long your cover letter should be. |
Do you need a portfolio for a job interview?
 | When preparing for a job interview, it is easy to focus on perfecting your CV and interview technique. But what about a portfolio? How do you make a portfolio?Will it help or hinder you? Do you really need one, and how can it influence your chances of success in securing your next role in the highly technical built environment sector? |
How to navigate an unclear career path after graduating:
.jpg) | Graduation is often seen as a gateway to a clear, defined career path. But for many graduates, the reality is different. The transition from education to employment is a big one. This blog will help you find a good job after leaving university by thinking about your motivations, and experimenting with jobs outside of what you may have originally envisioned yourself doing. |
How to answer the question: "What are your strengths and weaknesses?"
.jpg) | Here's our top tips to answer that one question that it's almost guaranteed you will be asked in a job interview. |
How to navigate a lack of experience
.jpg) | If you've recently graduated, and you find yourself thinking, "how do I get a job with no experience?" or "how do I write a CV for a job with no experience?" you're not alone. And whilst you might feel you have no experience, you're sure to have picked up valuable skills throughout your time in education. You can identify and address key skill gaps, think about transferable soft skills that would put you at an advantage, and be open to entry-level roles - remember, they're just a stepping stone! |