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Graduate Talent for Your Business

Graduates can bring fresh ideas, specialist knowledge and new perspectives to your organisation. Whether you're looking to recruit future talent, support a specific project or fill skills gaps, there are a range of ways to connect with students and graduates across Cornwall and the South West.

Why recruit graduates?

Graduate programmes help employers attract and develop degree-level talent. These structured programmes typically combine workplace experience, mentoring and professional development, helping graduates build skills while contributing to your organisation. 

Benefits to businesses include:

  • Access specialist knowledge and skills
  • Bring fresh ideas into your organisation
  • Support future workforce planning
  • Fill skills gaps
  • Develop future leaders within your business
  • Build links with local universities and colleges

Graduate opportunities at a glance

Project Work Working with students or recent graduates on a project can provide access to specialist skills and fresh perspectives while offering valuable experience to those starting their careers.
Part-Time Student Employment Many university and college students are looking for flexible work opportunities alongside their studies. Employing students can help businesses fill temporary vacancies, access emerging talent and build relationships with future graduates.
University Partnerships Universities and colleges can help employers connect with students and graduates through recruitment events, placements, project work and graduate vacancies.

Advertising opportunities 

Graduate recruitment platforms such as Handshake, GradSouthWest and Get My First Job can connect employers with vacancies to graduates looking for opportunities.