Careers Advice

• Career opportunities in the food and drink sector

  There is a growing demand for highly skilled technical staff in the UK’s relatively buoyant food and drink industry With an annual turnover of around £70bn the food and drink industry is the UK’s largest manufacturing sector. Employing

• Emerging opportunities for graduate engineers

  In only a few weeks’ time, this year’s graduates-to-be will have completed their finals and their thoughts will be turning to their vital first job. Some will already have offers; others will be redoubling their search. So how has the credit crunch and the recession affected prospects for engineering graduates?

• World power

  Global automotive companies with a UK presence are looking to recruit engineers at all levels of their business

• £500,000 investment in local plant creates new jobs

  2010 has seen Europlaz win a number of new contracts from blue chip companies in the UK and USA to manufacture some highly technical, innovative medical products.

• High Flyers

  This year's influx of graduates entering the aerospace industry will have the opportunity to work in a diverse range of roles.

• Spotlight on defence and Dyson

  The live televised debates between the three leaders of Britain’s main political parties has left some questioning whether they have been an exercise in style over substance. For this reason, the Monday Briefing would like to focus initially on Dyson,

• Careers in the energy industry

  For those working within power generation and transmission, the coming decade is shaping up to be a very exciting time.

• Sunnier climes for engineers

  With its warm climate and common language, Australia has long been a favourite destination for those emigrating from Britain. According to a recent report by the Australian government, the UK remains the largest provider of skilled migrants to the country, providing more than 23,000 workers in 2008 to 2009.

• Make a name for yourself in engineering

  Make a name for yourself in engineering Registration with the Engineering Council as a Chartered Engineer (CEng), Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Engineering Technician (EngTech) is a sure-fire way to boost your career and earnings potential.  As

• Enquiries rise at Engineering Council in tough job market

  The Engineering Council has noticed a marked increase in enquiries about registration for Chartered Engineer (CEng), Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and Engineering Technician (EngTech) status.  Andrew Ramsay, Chief Executive of the Engineering

• Psychometric testing in interviews

  Employers often use psychometric testing to vet potential employees and help them understand a little more about your personality and ability to fit into the role they are offering – and this type of testing is becoming increasing popular.

• Negotiating the best starting salary

  Understandably, many people find discussing salaries uncomfortable and embarrassing during an interview. However, most interviewers expect some bartering and, if it motivates you to put more into the job, it is worthwhile for both the applicant and the employer.

• Do's and don'ts for developing a CV

  A Curriculum Vitae is a self-marketing tool and getting an interview can depend on how good your CV is. You will need to consider what to include, how much detail is needed and how to make your CV stand out from all the others.

• Right place at the right time

  Graduate schemes provide the perfect opportunity to secure a job for those who show commitment. Julia Pierce reports

• Lord Smith calls for low-carbon jobs

  Lord Smith, Environment Agency chairman, has called for the training of more engineers and scientists to help Britain meet its carbon-reduction targets in the next 20 years.