Early Career Guidance for Students and Graduates
Securing the right internship or graduate role now takes more than good grades and a strong university. Employers use AI screening, psychometric tests and assessment centres to filter large applicant pools, and the best roles often go to candidates who start preparing early.
Launchpad offers trusted support to help students stand out, from skills development and early work experience to their first graduate job.
How We Help
We support students through every stage of early career preparation - from developing key skills and gaining experience, to creating a professional CV and LinkedIn profile, and preparing for interviews. Whether they’re applying for work experience, internships or graduate roles, we help them stand out and submit competitive, tailored applications.
Our support includes:
- Skills audit and personalised development plan
- CVs optimised for both AI systems and human recruiters
- Creating a professional LinkedIn profile
- Understanding what employers are really looking for
- Effective networking and job search strategies
- Customising every application to match the role
- Psychometric test and interview preparation
- Support with assessment centres and case studies
- Guidance on how to communicate value clearly and persuasively
“We help students build skills, secure experience, and stand out in applications - giving them a serious advantage in a crowded graduate job market.”
– Belinda Sartori, Founder of Launchpad
Private Consultations
Our most tailored support for students who want personalised, strategic guidance across the career preparation process. We offer one-on-one consultations designed around their goals and timelines. We recommend a minimum of four sessions to ensure real progress, from skill-building and CV development to interview prep and networking strategy.
This is our most effective service, ideal for students applying to competitive roles or seeking clarity about their next steps.
CV and LinkedIn Online Course
For students who prefer to work independently, our self-paced online course provides step-by-step guides and checklists to:
- Build a professional CV using a proven template designed to pass both human and AI (ATS) screening
- Customise every application using AI prompts and targeted keyword strategies drawn from job descriptions
- Set up and optimise a LinkedIn profile
- Learn how to search for internships and graduate roles effectively using filters and key terms
- Grow their LinkedIn network by connecting with alumni, school/university peers, and industry professionals
- Demonstrate interest in target employers by following companies, engaging with content, and posting professionally
- Use LinkedIn to build credibility and confidence, even with limited experience
Career Preparation Programme
By Arrangement Only
For families and family offices seeking discreet, high-impact support, we offer one- or two-day Career Preparation Programmes for small private groups, tailored to prepare the next generation for future success.
These sessions are ideal for students preparing for competitive internships and graduate roles.
The programme can be adapted to focus on early career preparation or job application strategy, covering skills development, personal branding, psychometric test preparation, CV and LinkedIn optimisation, and interview coaching.
Based on the award-winning programme delivered at Charterhouse, sessions can be arranged privately in the UK or overseas.
The Job Market Reality
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84% of graduates achieve a 1st or 2:1, grades alone are no longer enough
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Candidates with relevant experience are 3× more likely to secure job offers
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Top roles attract over 125 applicants, so tailored applications are key.
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AI and ATS filters reject up to 60% of CVs before any human review.
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70% of roles are filled through networking.