Student and graduate career advice

Starting your career can feel overwhelming—but you're not alone. At Robert Half, we’re here to help you take your first steps with confidence. We bring together expert advice, practical tips and insights tailored for recent graduates and students entering the world of work. Whether you're looking to write your first CV, prepare for interviews, or explore entry level careers in finance, technology or business support, our resources are designed to support your long-term success. Start your journey here.

Accounting CV and cover letter: how to write a winning job application Our finance recruitment experts share what top firms are looking for in a winning accounting CV and cover letter, and the mistakes to avoid. ROBERT HALF 2026-07-27T14:19:00.000+01:00 Finding a job

Careers in accounting and finance: hottest skills, salaries, and opportunities for 2026 Explore finance and accounting trends for 2026 with expert insights and data to support hiring and career decisions. ROBERT HALF 2026-01-26T14:48:00.000Z Career development

21 questions to ask your interviewer Don’t freeze up! Our recruiters share a list of questions to ask at the end of an interview. ROBERT HALF 2025-08-26T11:15:00.000+01:00 Career development

How to prepare for a job interview Need help getting ready for a job interview? Explore our expert advice on preparation, presentation, and how to leave a lasting impression. ROBERT HALF 2025-08-06T08:00:00.000+01:00 Finding a job

Everything you need to know about IT support specialist roles Learn the difference between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd line support (infrastructure engineers/systems administrator) roles, including skills and salaries. ROBERT HALF 2025-06-27T14:50:00.000+01:00 Finding a job

How to get invited for an interview: winning finance CV examples from recruiters Get invited for your first interview using these winning finance CV examples and cover letter tips from our recruitment experts. ROBERT HALF 2025-06-17T11:19:00.000+01:00 Career development

How to write a legal CV: templates and tips for in-house legal roles Would you like your pick of in-house legal opportunities? Our experts share templates and tips for a winning legal CV. ROBERT HALF 2025-06-02T14:13:00.000+01:00 Career development