Interns & Graduates

The journey from student life to the workplace can be both thrilling and challenging. We’re here to help you seize opportunities, make informed decisions, and pave a promising path toward your career aspirations.

Battling Imposter Syndrome: A Graduate’s Guide to Feeling Like You Actually Belong

Landing your first job as a graduate can trigger imposter syndrome, leaving you doubting your achievements. This blog explores the origins of these feelings, strategies for overcoming self-doubt, and how to confidently embrace your place in the workplace. Discover actionable steps to recognize your worth, reframe negative thoughts, and grow into your professional potential.

What Today’s Job Market Holds for New Graduates

Navigating today’s competitive job market as a new graduate can be daunting, but preparation and persistence are key. From networking and gaining industry experience to attending events and leveraging personal strengths, there are countless ways to stand out. Personal stories and tips highlight how thinking creatively, staying proactive, and embracing resilience can open doors to exciting opportunities. Learn how to take charge, build connections, and craft your own path to career success.

Widening horizons: The invaluable skills gained through work abroad programmes.

In this blog, Hannah Jeffery, Global Brand Manager at JENZA, highlights the immense personal and professional growth young people gain through work abroad programmes. With a 99% increase in participation, JENZA connects youth to opportunities in the USA, Australia, Japan, and beyond, combining travel with real-world experiences. Working abroad not only builds confidence and independence but also intercultural awareness, key skills highly valued by employers. Jeffery also challenges the idea that further education is the only career path, emphasizing the benefits of experiential learning.

Why Financial Communication is a Key Skill for Professional Development

Talking about company finances isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. To some graduates, it's a skill that comes naturally. For others, it's more of an uphill struggle. But whatever position you’re in, being able to talk about financial ideas is key for your future career development. At this point, you might be thinking “I don’t want to work in finance, does this really apply to me?” The answer is yes. Whether you want to work in HR or IT, financial communication is an essential skill. But why is financial communication so important? More significantly, how can it advance your future career prospects? Let’s find out.

National Intern Week: Highlighting the Value of Internships by Lotta Baud

Internships offer invaluable hands-on experience and provide a comprehensive insight into the professional world. At TALA, we have observed firsthand how internships benefit both interns and our organisation. Interns gain practical skills, experience and help contribute to important projects, while businesses benefit from their fresh perspectives and enthusiasm.

How Grad Schemes can contribute towards your future

Are you interested in progressing your career? Well, going into a Grad Scheme could be what you are looking for! In this article you will be informed of what a Grad Scheme is, the entry requirements for one, what you will gain by doing a Grad Scheme, and so much more! Learn how this type of training can be so beneficial for your future.

How to Write a CV for a Graduate Scheme

If you're approaching the end of your university degree, joining a graduate scheme can be an excellent way to launch your career and gain valuable on-the-job experience.