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What does 2026 hold for apprenticeships?

The apprenticeship landscape is undergoing its most significant overhaul since the introduction of the levy. ISE’s Anne-Marie Campion explains what employers can expect in 2026.

5 graduate recruitment and development trends from Australia

The Australian Association of Graduate Employers Conference and Survey provide insight to how this globally influential market is undergoing rapid and meaningful change, explains CEO Shanan Green.

Stay ahead in 2026 with smarter tech and sharper funnels

Smarter tech and sharper funnels can help employers stay ahead in early careers and better manage the rise in job applications, explains Nichola Robinson at AMS.

What’s the outlook for student employment in 2026?

As we step into the new year, Stephen Isherwood, ISE’s joint CEO, considers whether we’re poised at the bottom of the up escalator or top of the down escalator.

ISE Webinar: Post-budget update on education Members Only

In October the Government published its Post 16 Education and Skills White Paper setting out its plan for a world-leading skills system which meets the needs of employers, drives innovation and breaks down barriers to opportunity. The Budget on November 26 will inform the scope of these reforms and the impact, opportunities, and challenges for employers and the education sector.

Top 10 most read articles of 2025

As 2025 comes to a close we look back at ISE’s most popular content of the year. Here are the articles you shouldn’t miss.

How employers are partners in the curriculum at UWE

Embedding employability in the curriculum is no longer optional, it’s essential for preparing graduates for a rapidly evolving labour market. Gareth Hughes, Careers & Enterprise Development Manager (College of Business & Law) at the University of the West of England, explains their ambitious approach.

ISE Awards Webinar: From submission to the ISE Awards Gala Members Only

Preparing your entry for the ISE Awards 2026? Join us for this practical and insightful webinar designed to help you make the most of your submission and understand what happens once it’s in the judges’ hands.

ISE HE Conference: 6 key takeaways

Nearly 300 careers professionals and industry peers got together to share insight, impact and inspiration at this year’s HE Conference. ISE’s Anne-Marie Campion shares her key takeaways.

ISE top 10 stats of 2025 you need to know

ISE’s annual recruitment and development surveys offer insight to current and emerging trends. Claire Tyler, Head of Insights, shares our top 10 stats of the year.

ISE Webinar: How to submit a proposal Members Only

If you’re planning to submit a proposal to run a session for any of the 2026 ISE Conferences, then this webinar is for you. Join us as we help you shape a strong and compelling entry. We’ll walk through what makes a proposal stand out, what the ISE Conference Planning review groups look for, and how you can present your ideas in a way that resonates with delegates across the ISE membership.

6 considerations for hiring potential at any age

Potential has no age limit. Ben Williams at Sten10 considers the shift from ‘early career’ to ‘emerging talent’ programmes and the considerations for fair and objective assessment including a case study from Coventry Building Society.