Since this is a great chance to speak directly with some of the biggest employers in the UK, it's best to come prepared with some questions you'd like the answers to.
To get you thinking, here are some questions you could ask:
- What is the company's culture like?
- What are the company's sustainability policies?
- What is the company's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging?
- When is the right time to apply for graduate roles?
- What qualities do they look for in an ideal candidate?
- What are the opportunities for growth within the company?
- What’s a typical working day like for you?
- What skill would you say is the most valued in a graduate starting out in this field?
- What do you enjoy most about your role, the department, or the industry?
- What’s the biggest challenge you’ve come up against in your career so far?
- What’s the best thing about working for your company?
- Is there much mentorship or a buddy scheme in place at your firm?
- Does the company have any clubs or networks you can join as a graduate?
- What makes your firm different to its main competitors?
- What extra-curricular activities do you recommend doing at university to make yourself stand out as a candidate?
- What’s your ultimate top tip for succeeding with applications and interviews?