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The respondent to this survey is Will who is from a White British background.

What qualifications did you hold prior to starting university? A - Levels x 1 GNVQ
What was the name of your course?Business Studies
While at university have you worked part-time?Yes
While at university have you performed any voluntary work?No
While at university have you undertake any work experience?No
Please give details of your experience?I worked part-time in retail.
What is your status?In full or part time employment
What is your job title?Trainee Manager
What responsibilities do you hold?My role is different each day but I am currently learning about all the different aspects of becoming a supermarket manager.
What do you enjoy the most about this job?I really enjoy the fact that every day is completely different.
What do you enjoy the least?I don't really like the hours.
What was involved in the recruitment process for this job?I had to attend an interview.
Do you feel you have a career plan?Yes

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What do you wish you had known before you started applying for jobs? I should have looked at my options in more detail and I really wish that I had made more of an effort to plan for the future.
What advice would you give to someone applying for jobs now?I would definitely say to start looking early.
Would you have done anything differently while at university to prepare for your career? Please give details.I would have paid more attention to my university work.
How do you feel your degree has prepared you for today's labour market?I think that my degree prepared me quite well.
What impact did your course have on your career aspirations? Affirmed job choice
Did you make use of the careers service at university?Yes
If yes, please describe how you used the careers service.I went to see a Careers Adviser

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