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October 6, 2026

Careers in Pharma: Jobs You Can Do Beyond the Laboratory

Explore pharmaceutical careers beyond the laboratory, including regulatory, safety, clinical and business work, with insights from Novartis, CSL and Teva.

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October 6, 2026

What Does a Supply Chain Career Actually Look Like?

Planning, logistics, production or procurement? Explore supply chain work, skills and entry routes through Nespresso, HEINEKEN, FrieslandCampina and BASF.

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October 6, 2026

How to Become a Brand Manager: From Internship to Your First Marketing Role

Discover routes into brand management through insights from Nestlé, HEINEKEN and Beiersdorf, covering internships, commercial roles, skills and everyday work.

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October 6, 2026

Green Jobs Aren’t Just Sustainability Jobs: Careers Behind the Energy Transition

Explore careers behind the energy transition, including engineering, data, project delivery and business roles discussed by Hitachi Energy, E.ON, Danfoss and BKW.

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October 6, 2026

Software Engineering After University: What Employers Expect from Junior Developers

Learn what Optiver, Revolut, Delivery Hero and UBS expect from junior developers, from project evidence and technical foundations to interviews and teamwork.

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October 6, 2026

Will AI Change Graduate Jobs? The Skills Employers Say Still Matter

What do UBS and EY say about AI and early-career work? Discover the role of judgement, subject knowledge, communication and learning in changing graduate jobs.

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October 6, 2026

How to Start a Career in Finance When You’re Unsure Which Job You Want

Unsure which finance job fits you? Explore client, investment, risk and technology roles through insights from Julius Bär, LGT Capital Partners, BlackRock and more.

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October 5, 2026

Career After a PhD: How to Choose Between Industry, Applied Research and Consulting

Explore careers after a PhD through industrial research, applied science and consulting, with practical insights from BASF, AIT, Bain and CSL.

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October 5, 2026

How to Get an Internship in Switzerland: Advice from On, Nestlé, UBS and More

Compare Swiss internship formats and learn how to check eligibility, tailor your CV and prepare for selection, with advice from six CareerFairy livestreams.

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October 5, 2026

Graduate Programmes for Engineers: What BMW, Hitachi Energy and Tetra Pak Offer

Compare engineering graduate programmes at BMW, Hitachi Energy and Tetra Pak: technical projects, rotations, development tracks and entry requirements.

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October 5, 2026

What Recruiters Look for in Graduates: Evidence of Potential, Motivation and Fit

Learn what EY, Henkel and Forvis Mazars recruiters look for in graduates: relevant evidence, motivation, learning potential, teamwork and an honest match to the role.

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October 5, 2026

How to Prepare for Consulting Case Interviews Without Memorising Every Answer

Prepare for consulting case interviews with practical advice from BCG, Roland Berger and BCG Platinion on structure, assumptions, maths, practice and personal fit.

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October 5, 2026

How to Get Into Consulting: Insights from BCG, EY, Roland Berger and Siemens Advanta

Discover consulting entry routes at BCG, EY, Roland Berger and Siemens Advanta, with advice on choosing a team, showing relevant experience and preparing interviews.

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October 5, 2026

Internship, Trainee Programme or Direct Entry: Which First Step Fits You?

Compare internships, trainee programmes and direct-entry jobs using experiences from BMW, EY, Nestlé and HEINEKEN. Find the route that fits your next step.

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October 5, 2026

Graduate Programmes in Germany: How BMW, Beiersdorf, E.ON, EY and EnBW Compare

Compare graduate programmes at BMW, Beiersdorf, E.ON, EY and EnBW: rotations, degree requirements, international experience and career direction.

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October 5, 2026

The Biggest Job Application Mistakes—and How to Avoid Them

Avoid common application mistakes with advice from EY, Henkel and Forvis Mazars on CVs, cover letters, skill claims, AI and motivation.

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October 5, 2026

How to Prepare for a Job Interview: What Recruiters Say Actually Works

Practical interview preparation from EY, Henkel and Forvis Mazars: explain your motivation, prepare examples, handle difficult questions and ask about the work.

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October 3, 2026

How to Apply for Internships & Working Student Jobs: Recruiter Advice from EY, Henkel & More

Recruiters from EY, Henkel, Forvis Mazars and Grant Thornton share what actually matters when applying for internships and graduate jobs. Learn how to improve your CV, prepare for interviews, show your motivation and avoid common application mistakes.

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September 24, 2026

BMW Graduate Program 2027: What We Learned About the BMW AcceleratiON Trainee Program

Interested in starting your career at BMW? Get an inside look at the BMW AcceleratiON graduate programme, from international rotations and real projects to mentoring and career opportunities. Plus, learn what BMW looks for in applicants and how the application process works.

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