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2026 Early Careers Trends Report

2026 marks a decisive moment for Early Careers. This year’s findings show that across industries, the function sits at a crossroads between cost efficiency and long-term investment. Budgets are tightening, automation is accelerating, and leaders are under growing pressure to prove that every initiative contributes measurable value.

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5 Key Skills You Should Be Giving Your Interns in 2025

The skills that interns need to thrive today are drastically different to those from 10 years ago. Read 5 fundamental and future-facing skills every early talent function should be developing in their interns.

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Why Your Interns Need Psychological Safety

Young people today are entering the workforce at a time of change, instability and uncertainty. Read how psychological safety can help prepare your interns (and future workforce) for the world of work

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How to Tell If Your Internship Needs an Update

Avoid having your internship programme branded as “cheugy” by providing an engaging, up-to-date, and tailored experience that meets the unique needs of today's Gen Z interns

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2025 Critical Skills Guide

What skills will people need to thrive in 2025 and beyond? Our science-backed 2025 Critical Skills Guide explores the essential emerging skills that people will need in order to think critically, collaborate effectively, and articulate ideas clearly - crucial human competencies in the age of AI.

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Highlights from HIVE Power Hour: Strategic Foresight in Early Careers

Our latest HIVE panel explored practical, future-proofed tools and strategies to help Early Careers leaders stay ahead, featuring expert insights from leaders at EY and Citi. Read the highlights.

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