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Splendid, Martin.  I am really chuffed for you.  You've got lots of options now, looking at all of the advice offered entirely free of charge to you above!  Most of us take a job so that we have a base of income, so it doesn't matter much what you do while you're keeping your sights on 'The Job' coming along. 

Betsmate is very disparaging (and snobbish) about ordinary jobs,  but some of the advantages of taking something small to start with is that while it gives you the chance to start earning some money as against no money, it frequently sets you up with some of the skills which virtually all jobs at any level will require (such as timekeeping, organisation, taking responsibility for your work, learning to get along with other people, and customer or 'people' skills).  It's a nice, easy introduction to the wonderful world of work, but don't expect such an employer to be wildly impressed by your Degree if you're stacking shelves - you'll be one of the team, not Mr Superstar.  But whatever the job is, there's ALWAYS something to be learned and taken away as a skill.  You don't have to hate it, just realize it's probably not what you'll do long-term.  Casual work, part-time, or a job share is a nice way to break into work, and will give you the time to take interviews, as well as being easier to leave when the time comes.

Best wishes to you.  Someone ought to launch you with a bottle of champagne cracked over your head!