Engineering
Your engineering career options
Learn about the different engineering roles, employers, and industries to help you decide on a career path that meets your needs and aligns with your goals.
Ace the engineering recruitment process
Stand out from the competition with our expert tips - learn how to write stellar CVs and cover letters, create killer applications, and nail interviews.
Engineering job opportunities
A full guide to engineering work experience
Work experience will impress employers and help you with your career decisions. Learn all about placements and internships, and see our top tips to get on to them.
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Get a taste of what it's like to work with leading graduate employers. In these free mini-courses you'll get career insights from graduates, do real-life tasks, and get priority access to roles.
Engineering job descriptions
Take a deeper look into some of the most common engineering job roles to help you decide which would suit you best.
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Head to our free events to network with employers that interest you, develop your skills and knowledge through interactive workshops, and get expert advice to help you secure your ideal graduate role.
Future Female Engineers
If you’re the next female engineer in line, come and join us at the next Future Female Engineers event.
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The Black Excellence Programme
targetjobs has partnered with leading employers in the UK to host The Black Excellence Programme. An event for Black Heritage students to meet with some of the biggest organisations in the world who have open roles for you to apply to.
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The Self-Made Programme
‘It’s not what you know, it’s who you know’ is a common saying when it comes to getting a job. And that’s all well and good for students who have the necessary contacts. But what about those who don’t?
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Engineering postgraduate study: should I do it?
Many engineering employers value postgraduate qualifications, and having a masters degree is the fastest route to becoming a chartered engineer. Learn about your postgraduate options right here.
Employers in Engineering
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Industry leaders with a large annual graduate intake.
BAE Systems
Engineering + 4
BAE Systems helps to protect people and national security, critical infrastructure and vital information. It’s a culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and is a place where everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential, no matter what their background.
Royal Air Force
Charity, public & civil service + 6
The RAF is the UK’s aerial, peacekeeping & fighting force. Made up of full-time Regulars & spare-time Reserves, the RAF enforces international law overseas while bringing aid & protection to the victims of Disaster & War. Not just the defender of UK airspace, the RAF also provides search-&-rescue for both military personnel & civilians in times of emergency.
EDF
Engineering + 7
A career that will deliver change. Together we can help Britain achieve Net Zero.
AWE
Engineering + 6
We have a critical mission: to support the defence and security of the UK.
The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
Engineering + 20
At the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), research driven by practical applications meets research driven by curiosity.
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