How our Career Coaching Services Help Students and Graduates

May 22, 2023

As a recent graduate, the idea of starting your career can be daunting and overwhelming. With so many graduate job titles and pathways to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to begin. This is where graduate career coaching comes in. 

Here at Graduate Coach, we are the UK’s leading graduate career coaching company. Over the past 13 years, we have helped 5000+ students and graduates to land their dream jobs and thrive in their graduate roles. 

Whether you are unsure of your career goals or need help with job applications and interviews, graduate career coaching can provide you with everything you need, stand out in the competitive job market, nail your interviews and climb your career ladder. 

In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of working with the UK’s leading graduate career coaching company and how their services can help you kickstart your career.

One-to-one career coaching for graduates 

We understand. Getting your first job after university can be challenging for the following reasons: 

  • You have no idea of what career is right for you.
  • It’s difficult to navigate and stand out in the extremely competitive graduate job market.
  • You are finding it difficult to get work experience without having any work experience.
  • The career advice you received at university wasn’t adequate  

This is where graduate career coaching comes in. We can help you with the above and much more. 

Our one-to-one career coaching service offers you tailored support to help you find the right graduate job, not just any job, and we guarantee success.

Our expert coaches work closely with you to identify your strengths and career goals and equip you with the skills needed to succeed in your chosen industry. Through personal mentorship and practical tasks, we ensure that you develop life-long career skills that will benefit you throughout your professional journey.

In addition, we introduce you to a network of contacts, helping you to expand your professional network and create valuable connections. 

We understand that your journey doesn’t end when you land your dream job, which is why we provide continued career mentoring after you have secured your position. This ensures that you have ongoing support and guidance as you navigate the challenges and opportunities that arise as you progress through your career as a graduate. 

In today’s competitive job market, having a career coach can give you a significant advantage over other candidates. By working with our expert career coaches, you will be equipped with the skills, knowledge, and connections needed to achieve your career goals and thrive! 

The 6 stages of our 1:1 career coaching service

Stage 1: Learning about your talents, skills and interests

Stage 2: Identifying what career is right for you and creating a career plan

Stage 3: Creating a graduate CV, cover letter and LinkedIn profile

Stage 4: Applying for jobs 

Stage 5: Interview Coaching 

Stage 6: Mentoring once you’ve got your job

Graduate Interview Coaching 

In a job market that is increasingly competitive, graduates need to have an edge to stand out from the crowd. One way to achieve this is through interview coaching, which not only prepares graduates for job interviews but also equips them with the lifelong ability to properly prepare for and nail your future interviews

Our one-to-one interview coaching sessions for graduates are specifically designed to teach the art and science of presenting oneself and passing interviews. We provide tailored coaching to help you build confidence and develop effective communication skills to articulate your strengths and experiences to potential employers.

Our expert coaches have years of experience and are familiar with the latest interview techniques and trends. We provide practical tips and strategies to help you make a lasting impression and stand out for the right reasons.

By investing in interview coaching, graduates can improve their chances of landing their desired job and start building a successful career. With our online interview course and tailored one-to-one interview coaching sessions, you will gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to excel in interviews. 

Digital Internship 

We are excited to offer our Digital Internship programme, which provides you with the essential digital skills needed to become highly employable in today’s job market. Our programme is available either in person at our London office or remotely online, providing you with flexibility and accessibility regardless of your location.

Throughout the programme, you will gain industry-recognised digital certifications that will set you apart from other job applicants. These certifications demonstrate to potential employers that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the digital field.

In addition to certifications, you will also gain practical experience through hands-on assignments. These assignments are designed to simulate real-world scenarios, giving you a taste of what it’s like to work in the digital industry.

As part of our Digital Internship programme, we also offer comprehensive career coaching. Our expert coaches provide guidance on how to transform your CV to showcase your newfound skills and experience. They also offer ongoing support to help you identify job opportunities and prepare for interviews.

By participating in our Digital Internship programme, you will be well-equipped to pursue a successful career in the digital industry. You will gain essential skills, practical experience, and valuable certifications, all while receiving comprehensive career coaching to help you achieve your professional goals.

Online Courses

How to get a graduate job 

We partnered with Future Learn to launch this online career coaching course.

Through this course, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the graduate job market, learning everything you need to know to succeed. With employers seeking candidates who possess employability skills, you will develop practical skills to make yourself workplace-ready and land your ideal job.

Nail that interview 

Looking to land your dream job but struggling with interview nerves? Look no further than ‘Nail that Interview’ – the online interview course that guarantees interview success!

Our course is the result of over eight years of one-to-one coaching and 20,000 hours of learning. We have condensed our expertise to bring you a comprehensive online course that is the next best thing to being personally coached by us.

Our course includes unique video interview practice, assessment, and feedback, giving you the confidence and skills you need to ace any interview. Suitable for students, graduates, job changers, and returners to work, our course is designed for anyone looking to go the extra mile to land their dream job.

We believe ‘Nail that Interview’ is the best job interview coaching available online – and we’re so confident that we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Don’t let interview nerves hold you back from your dream job – enrol in ‘Nail that Interview’ today and gain the skills and confidence you need to succeed in any job interview.

Are you Looking for Career Coaching Services?

Our Career coaching services offer a wide range of benefits for students and graduates looking to launch their careers or progress rapidly in their fields. A professional career coach can provide expert advice, help you identify your strengths and weaknesses, and provide you with the tools and strategies you need to achieve your career goals.

At Graduate Coach, we are dedicated to helping students and graduates turn their degrees into careers and succeed in the workplace. We do this by providing one-to-one coaching, digital internship programmes, online courses and more. 

Whether you’re looking to land your first job, change career paths, or progress within your current role, our team of expert coaches are here to help. So why wait? Get in touch today and take the first step towards achieving your career goals.

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