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STEP 5 OF 5 · INTERNATIONAL GRADUATES (PLAB)

Finding your first UK job

Where to look, and what employers expect.

  • ⏱ 3 min read
  • International graduates (PLAB)
  • Step 5 of 5
  • Reviewed 27 October 2026
Check eligibilityFind vacanciesApply and interviewOffer and sponsorship
The road from eligibility to an offer.
  • NHS jobs are advertised on NHS Jobs and by individual trusts.
  • Employers want GMC registration (or a clear path to it), English evidence and references.
  • Sponsorship depends on the employer: ask early.

Making your application stronger

  • Tailor your CV to the person specification in each advert.
  • Keep it clear and factual. Give examples, not adjectives.
  • Line up referees who can speak about your recent clinical work.
  • Prepare for interviews with practical scenarios about patient safety and teamwork.

Your checklist

  • Prepared a UK-style CV

Fees, English-test scores and dates were last checked against official sources on 27 October 2026.

This page is general education, reviewed 27 October 2026. Rules, fees and dates change: always confirm with the official sources below. It is not medical, legal or immigration advice.