Another revealing question put to the students was how long they expected to spend in their first job.

29% of Oxbridge students said they were open-minded about the length of time spent in their first job.

The majority anticipate that they will progress on from their first job before 5 years is up.

The general take-away points are that Oxbridge students have long term career goals, they have expectations of stable employment without quick rotations - but not jobs for life. The undergrads are typically either open minded or looking at 4 years plus for their first job.





The consumer goods, healthcare & pharmaceuticals, law and public services are all perceived as longer term prospects. Faster moving sectors are perceived to be accountancy, consulting and technology & telecoms. Given that accountants typically qualify after their first two years at a firm, it is after this period that they may become tempted by a move elsewhere.

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