# Careers Service

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# Careers Service

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## I feel overwhelmed with career options and don't know what I want to do

Many students and new graduates feel the same way – it’s very common! The job market for new graduates is very open, with around 70-80% of graduate level jobs open to any degree background. Whilst that’s great, it doesn’t help you decide. It’s useful to consider the following:

- There’s no wrong answer, this isn’t a test. It’s about finding what fits for you
- Your first job after university is just a first step, not a 20 year plan. Most people’s careers evolve over time.
- Many graduates change jobs in the first year after leaving university. So making a choice now doesn't mean you are closing down all your options.
- It’s perfectly ok to try something out that sounds interesting, then change direction as you learn what’s out there and what you enjoy

#### Practical steps you can take

Try these resources:

- [I don’t know what I want to do\](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/options/idontknow/)Tools and tips to help you find the right path for you
- [The Paradox of Choice\](https://www.ted.com/talks/barry_schwartz_on_the_paradox_of_choice)A groundbreaking TED talk about making choices

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