Careers Advice
Think of this as like Battersea Dogs Home, but instead of cats and dogs, it's the home of the best application and student career advice on placements and internships you'll ever get.
Soft Skills Vs Hard Skills: What are They?
They're all over CVs and job descriptions. But what are soft and hard skills? And why do employers go crazy for them? Let us spill the tea...
Real Student Stories: What To Do After Graduation
Is life after graduation becoming more and more daunting? Learn from ex-graduates and carve your own path with RateMyPlacement.
A Guide To: Thriving on your Placement or Internship
Starting work experience soon? Our placement student, Anna, has put together some tips and tricks to help you thrive on your placement or internship.
The Definitive Guide to Acing Your First Day at Work
Starting a new job? Feeling anxious? Check out our guide for some easy-to-follow tips and make an impression on your first day at work.
7 Dos and Dont’s For The Night Before Your First Job
Starting a new job? Need a checklist on how to prepare for the big day? Have a read of our DO's and DON'Ts and smash your first day at work.
Student Finance during your Placement Year
Did you know you could actually qualify for a maintenance loan from student finance during your placement year? Find out more about all the financial help available.
Career Focus: Work as a Stockbroker or Trader in Banking
Stockbrokers spend their days buying and selling company stocks and shares on the stock exchange to make a profit for their clients – or avoid making any losses. Read more here.
How to Make Money as a Student
Tired of seeing your bank balance melt away like a snow cone in Phoenix? Check out our awesome tips on how to pile those financial pounds on.