Work Experience Programme
Year 10 Work Experience
All students in Year 10 take part in a week long work placement in July.
Work experience is intended to help you develop a greater appreciation of employment issues and experience the world of work, whilst at the same time providing an opportunity to build self-confidence and reflect on your own skills. The programme is designed to give you a similar experience to the real world of work, and it will complement careers activities that you already complete in school such as mock interview practice.
When organising work experience, try to be realistic. You are unlikely to be allowed access into the head office of a national organisation with no prior experience. Look for local businesses or people with whom you already have a connection. This might like the parent/carer of a fellow student, a family member, a friend, etc.
If you do not have any contacts, or are not sure where to start, speak to a member of the careers team in B013. You could also view the useful resources below to learn more about how to begin the process, how to write a CV and how to approach an employer. If you need further help or advice, please contact the careers team via email on [email protected].