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Discover – What can I do with my degree?

As a biology graduate you have a variety of careers available to you, including nature conservation, microbiology, genetic counsellor, researcher and medical representative.  As there are lots of options, it can be difficult deciding, so this guide and the careers team can help. Remember, you can also explore careers that don’t directly relate to your degree. Did you know that over 80% of graduate employers will recruit from any degree discipline?

Develop – Developing skills and experience

If you already have some career ideas, the next step will be to develop your skills and gain some experience to build your confidence and increase your knowledge. You may want to consider volunteering, part-time work or undertaking a placement, which will look fantastic on your CV and increase your chances of gaining graduate employment after completing your degree. It’s also a great way to try out career paths to see what you enjoy and if it’s a good fit for you.

Compete – Getting ready to apply for work or postgraduate study

When you know what you want to do and you’re ready to apply, we have all the tools, tips and advice right here. You can also use this information to help you if you’re at a earlier stage of your career thinking and are applying for part-time work or work placements.

Complete this short online learning pathway to find out where to search online and get faster and more relevant job search results. Then search and apply for all opportunities on our vacancy portal or placements on InPlace.

Your go-to guide, including examples and templates to get you started.

Get ahead of the competition by reading our top tips, or practising online or in-person

Practice using our online tools or book a mock interview with a Careers Adviser.

How to decide if postgraduate study is right for you, what you should consider and how to apply.

Live opportunities

Take a look at the latest part-time jobs, placements, volunteering opportunities and graduate vacancies that may be of interest to Biology students. Select any of the following opportunities to find out more and apply, or search for other opportunities on our vacancy portal.

  • Closing Date: 23/03/2026Location: England – North West. Design and Technology Teacher   £32,916- £51,048  Required from September 2026 Full time and permanent   Are you a passionate and engaging Teacher of Design and Technology, looking to work in a highly professional and supportive environment? We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and […]
  • Closing Date: 04/04/2026Location: Virtual or Homebased. This opportunity is a shared external opportunity, you can join and log hours as normal but it is provided by a different organisation.Action Tutoring is a national education charity that offers free maths and English tutoring to pupils facing disadvantage. By volunteering as a tutor at a […]
  • Closing Date: 04/04/2026Location: England – North West. Help us to survey for species and habitats across North Merseyside. This opportunity is to keep track of your hours spent helping us on recording days, BioBlitzes and other events. If you are interested in attending field work days you can find out details of […]
  • Closing Date: 31/03/2026Location: UK Nationwide. Graduate Science TeacherArk is a charity that aims to transform children’s lives through education. In the UK, the strongest predictor of how a child will do at school continues to be what their parents do for a living – but why should this be the accepted status […]
  • Closing Date: 15/07/2026Location: England – North West. Flexible Care Professional Role – Perfect for Students!Looking for a part-time role that makes a genuine difference and fits around your studies? Join our team at Home Instead West Lancashire and Chorley, where every day gives you the chance to brighten someone’s life and support them […]
  • Closing Date: 18/03/2026Location: England – North West. Give volunteering a go and join us for a community litter pick in Bootle’s South Park! 18th March10:00 am – 1:00 pmSign up for this event and we will send you all the details. You don’t need any experience—just a willingness to get stuck in! This […]
  • Closing Date: 22/08/2026Location: England – North West.,England – West Midlands.We are currently recruiting Teachers to work across:Nursery & Early YearsPrimary (Key Stage 1 & Key Stage 2)Secondary (Key Stage 3 & 4)SEN schoolsYour responsibilities may include:Delivering engaging, high-quality lessons across the curriculumSupporting pupils with diverse needs, including SEN, SEMH and EALCreating inclusive, […]
  • Closing Date: 18/08/2026Location: England – North West.As a Sibling Support Volunteer, you will support the Rainbow Trust Care Team with home visits to provide practical and social support to families, with a specific focus on supporting the siblings of the seriously ill child.Your role may include:Supporting the siblings of a sick childSocial support […]
  • Closing Date: 13/03/2026Location: England – North West. Tutor £25-£28 per hour Meaningful Work | Flexible Hours | Immediate Start Make a real difference – one student at a time. For over 15 years, Integra Education has helped young people outside mainstream education rediscover confidence and succeed. With demand growing fast, we’re looking […]
  • Closing Date: 17/03/2026Location: England – North West. Are you a passionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated educator ready to make a real difference?  An exciting opportunity awaits an exceptional Teacher of Mathematics to join our vibrant and forward-thinking school community.As a valued member of our thriving Maths Department, you will work within a supportive and […]
  • Closing Date: 17/03/2026Location: England – North West. Are you a passionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated educator looking to make a genuine difference? An exciting opportunity awaits an exceptional Teacher of English to join our lively and progressive school community.As part of our thriving English department, you will become a valued member of a supportive, […]
  • Closing Date: 01/04/2026Location: England – North West. What will you be doing? Delivering wildlife activity sessions to families e.g. pond dipping, bug hunts at the weekendHelping with seasonal children’s activities such as Pumpkin carving, Christmas crafts or even being an elf! Full training will be provided. Who are we looking for? No […]
  • Closing Date: 01/04/2026Location: England – North West. At WWT we believe the best way for people to understand and connect to wetlands is to experience them, so we bring awe-inspiring nature up close and let it do the talking. People feel part of something amazing and are motivated to make a difference.By […]
  • Closing Date: 15/03/2026Location: England – North West. We want everyone in the UK to be able to access wetlands that provide amazing experiences and inspire support for conservation. It is a great feeling showing a visitor a bird they’ve not seen before or helping them to tell the difference between 2 species […]
  • Closing Date: 12/05/2026Location: England – North West. We’re looking for positive minded individuals who can bring joy and some theatre to Ice Cream sales whilst on the move on our electric trike at Martin Mere Wetland Centre. Become the face (and wheels!) of Martin Mere Wetland Centre – a mobile, bike‑powered ice‑cream experience that […]
  • Closing Date: 12/05/2026Location: England – North West. At WWT we shape unforgettable experiences. We are a warm, welcoming and genuine charity that protects and restores Wetlands. WWT Martin Mere has 600 acres of amazing wetland scenery which is home a such an assortment of wildlife.  We are looking for volunteers who can […]
  • Closing Date: 03/04/2026Location: England – North West. By providing an excellent visitor experience as a member of the Living History team, you will be bringing wetlands throughout history, and the history of the mere to life by delivering key messages about how important wetlands are for food, materials, medicine and livelihoods.  This […]
  • Closing Date: 21/03/2026Location: England – North West. We’re WWT, the charity for wetlands and wildlife. We’re on a mission to restore wetlands because they are a wondrous solution to our world's problems. Together we will unlock their power – and help nature burst back to life. Because when wetlands flourish, all life […]
  • Closing Date: 06/03/2026Location: England – East.Welcome to the Sysco GB Merchandising Graduate Programme!At Sysco, food is at the centre of everything we do. As a global leader in foodservice wholesale distribution we operate with over 76,000 colleagues across 10 countries worldwide. Driven by our purpose to connect the world to share food […]
  • Closing Date: 06/03/2026Location: UK Nationwide.Welcome to the Sysco GB Merchandising Graduate Programme!At Sysco, food is at the centre of everything we do. As a global leader in foodservice wholesale distribution we operate with over 76,000 colleagues across 10 countries worldwide. Driven by our purpose to connect the world to share food and […]

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