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Explore careers

Browse hundreds of job profiles to discover what different roles involve.

Where to find job vacancies

Discover where to look for job vacancies and get advice for job hunting.

Find a course

Search for online and classroom courses near you to develop your skills.

Find an apprenticeship on GOV.UK

Start a new role that combines work with training and study.

Explore green careers

If you'd like to make a difference in your job then a green career could be for you.

Make the most of a careers fair

Learn how to prepare for a careers fair and what to do when you're there.

CVs and applications

How to write a CV

Tips on what to include in each section of your CV to make it stand out.

How to complete an application form

Find advice on what to include in a job application and tips on how to structure your answers.

How to write a cover letter

Advice on how to write a cover letter to show why you are right for the job.

The STAR method

Use the STAR method to structure your answers in a CV, application or interview.

Stand out on LinkedIn

See our guide to create a LinkedIn profile that shows your skills and accomplishments.

How to deal with setbacks

View advice on how to stay positive if you experience rejection when looking for jobs.

Interview tips

How to answer common interview questions

See common interview questions and example answers.

How to do well in an interview

Remind yourself of what to expect from an interview and what you should prepare.

Video interview tips

Tips for what to consider if you need to prepare for a video interview.

Phone interview tips

Get advice on what to do before, during and after a phone interview.

Psychometric tests: prepare and practise

Find out what to expect from a test which assesses how you think and your personality.

Support you can get from others

Networking: tips to help your career

Use your network to find job opportunities, build your reputation and get support.

How to get a mentor

Learn where to find a mentor and how they can support you in your career.

Developing or assessing your skills

Take a skills assessment

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Answer questions about your interests and see some careers that might suit you.

Develop your soft skills

Learn how to build soft skills such as leadership, problem solving and communication.

Get the most out of online learning

Get advice on how you can prepare and benefit from an online course.

Digital skills to help your career

See how to improve your digital skills to help you in the next step of your career.

Disability support

Job support if you're disabled

Get help finding and staying in work and see what your employment rights are.

Education support if you're disabled

See what support you can get and what reasonable adjustments you can ask for

Speak to an adviser

Wherever you are with your decisions, you can contact us to get advice from a careers adviser.
Call 0800 100 900 or use webchat to talk online.