What do graduates want? 2026/27

Uncover the perspectives of over 10,000 Bright Network members as they share their critical insights to help you shape your graduate recruitment strategy this year.

What’s inside?

  • How Gen Z is using AI – 53% are leveraging it to enhance job applications, and 25% would use it even if you told them not to.
 
  • Confidence, skills gaps and the perception gap – students think you want experience but employers rank it last.
 
  • Shifting attitudes towards salary, flexibility and in-office time. 

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