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Local newspaper The Hillingdon Herald are offering an exciting three-month internship programme designed to give GCSE and A-Level students an immersive experience in newspaper journalism.

Practical skills on offer include news writing, page layout and design, interviewing techniques, fact checking, UK media regulations and social media storytelling. Located at our newsroom on campus, successful applicants will work on hands-on projects either independently or in collaboration with Brunel students under the supervision of the Hillingdon Herald editorial team.

How to apply?

Students will need to write a 150-word letter to the Editor that describes their greatest achievement and send it to hillingdon.herald@brunel.ac.uk

The internship will start in February 2025 and students will attend on Fridays during production days. Limited spaces are available and only short-listed students will be contacted.

Applications close on 10 January 2025.

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Deloitte Women in Business webinar - Your Invitation (2)

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This is a resource with bite sized learning modules about British Airways, aviation and employability skills. There are also colleagues on the site as digital mentors that your students can online chat with: Speedbird Z.

BA keep users of the site updated with all their opportunities like work experience and apprenticeship events.

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Royal Holloway Residential - University residential for Year 10 & Year 11 pupils

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Royal Holloway Residential - University residential for Year 10 & Year 11 pupils

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Royal Holloway and HEON have partnered again to hold our Spring University on-campus residential at Royal Holloway from 9th to 11th April 2025. Applications are open now to eligible students from Years 10 and 11.

https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/studying-here/schools-and-colleges/widening-access/spring-university-year-10-11/

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Join Big 4 & Global Accounting Firm KPMG for their Virtual Insight Event on Monday 9th December, 5pm – 6pm

KPMG in the UK is part of a global network of independent firms that offers Audit, Consulting, Deal Advisory, KPMG Business Services, Tax & Law and Technology services. Like the organisations they work with, KPMG is truly embracing change, and creating a tech-driven, sustainable business that empowers their people to connect, collaborate and deliver exceptional work with a lasting impact on the world.

On Monday 9th December, 5pm – 6pm, KPMG will be hosting an event with us, Young Professionals virtually on Zoom to allow you to learn about the professional experience and skills you would develop if you started a career with them.

You’ll also get the chance to learn about the various apprenticeship and work experience programs on offer at KPMG UK.

This is an incredible opportunity to hear from some of KPMG's senior leaders and to get an inside glimpse into the world of professional services.

Spaces are limited, so sign up today and discover the career opportunities available at KPMG.

Secure your place below:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/29X225X

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King’s College London Medicine and Dentistry Lecture Series 2025, Application Form and Pre-Programme Survey

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This is a reminder that applications for our free online King’s College London Medicine and Dentistry Lecture Series are open! Applications will close on Friday 10th January.

This programme is for students across the UK in Year 11, 12, and 13 interested in becoming a doctor or dentist. Please circulate this opportunity to students who you think will be interested.

Over the course of the programme students will hear from a wide variety of speakers to help build their understanding of the opportunities and challenges of being a doctor and dentist, as well as guidance on the application process. Last year’s lectures included the following:

Medical and dental specialties: cardiology, oral surgery, renal transplant, and many more!

Q&A’s each week with current medical and dental students.

Support with the application process: UCAT, personal statements, and interviews.

Q&A with admissions colleagues in the school of medicine at KCL, UCL, St George’s, Queen Mary, Brunel,and Imperial.

Most importantly participants will become part of a community of like-minded students all interested in applying to medicine and dentistry and finding out what being a doctor and dentist really entails!

Lectures will be held on Tuesday evenings between 6:00 – 7:30pm. Our first lecture will be on Tuesday 4th February.

For more information and to apply students should follow the link to the application form below. The deadline is Friday 10th January 2025.

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King’s College London Medicine and Dentistry Lecture Series 2025, Application Form and Pre-Programme Survey

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Exciting Opportunity for Year 10 Students Bird & Bird Early Birds Pathway Programme Work Experience

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Exciting Opportunity for Year 10 Students Bird & Bird Early Birds Pathway Programme Work Experience

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his unique, 7-year programme offers an exceptional insight into the legal profession and includes mentoring, work experience, skills workshops, a financial bursary, and much more! It’s a brilliant opportunity for your students to kickstart their legal careers with invaluable guidance and support.

About the Early Birds Pathway Programme:
The Early Birds Pathway Programme is Bird & Bird’s flagship social mobility initiative, aimed at supporting and developing young people by equipping them with the skills they need to reach their career potential. The programme begins with the Early Bird Pioneer Programme, which introduces students to the legal sector and the wide range of professional services available, while also building key skills for a successful career.

During the first two years, Bird & Bird will host workshops (either virtually or at their offices).

In Year 12, students attend a work experience week at Bird & Bird's London office, followed by the opportunity to participate in the Social Mobility Business Partnership’s (SMBP) Skills & Insight Programme.

At the end of Year 13, students can apply for an Early Bird Scholarship, which provides financial support during university, mentoring from a trainee lawyer, and additional skill-based workshops and events.

Eligibility Criteria:
To apply for the Early Bird Pioneer Programme, students must meet the following requirements:

Be in Year 10

Attend a state (non-fee-paying) school

Be the first generation in their immediate family to potentially attend university

Be on track to achieve at least five 9-4/A*- C grades in GCSEs, including English and Maths

Students must also meet one or more of the following criteria:

Eligible for or have received free school meals

Attend a school where 25% or more of pupils are eligible for free school meals

Have spent time in local authority care

Be or have been a parent or registered carer

As spaces are limited for this fantastic opportunity, we encourage you to enrol any interested students as soon as possible.

You can apply using the link below:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3ZJ59VV

We will confirm space allocations shortly after submission.

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We’re thrilled to invite students to an exclusive virtual event with one of the world’s leading financial institutions—UBS. On Tuesday, 19th November 2024, from 5:00pm - 6:30pm, join us on Zoom for an insightful evening designed to give you a closer look into careers in Banking and Finance.

About UBS:

UBS is a global leader in wealth management, investment banking, and asset management, serving clients across more than 50 countries. With managed assets of US$5.71 trillion and a revenue of US$39.36 billion in 2023, UBS is a powerhouse in the financial sector, helping individuals, institutions, and corporations grow and protect their wealth.

Event Details:

Event Title: Insight to UBS - Banking & Finance

Date: Tuesday, 19th November 2024

Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Location: Zoom (link provided upon registration)

Why Attend?

Explore UBS’s Student Career Opportunities: Discover the exciting range of roles available at UBS in areas like Asset Management, Global Wealth Management, Investment Banking, and more.

Exclusive Insights: Learn what UBS looks for in future talent and how to stand out in your applications for internships, apprenticeships, and graduate programs.

Hear from Industry Experts: Meet professionals from various UBS departments who will share their career journeys, insights into the finance industry, and advice on how to succeed in one of the world’s most prestigious financial institutions.

This virtual event is a must-attend for any student eager to explore careers in Banking and Finance. You’ll gain valuable insights that will boost your university applications, future job searches, and understanding of the finance industry.

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King's College London Medicine and Dentistry Lecture Series 2025, Application Form and Pre-Programme Survey

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Welcome to the application form and pre-programme survey for the King's College London Medicine and Dentistry Lecture Series 2025. Lectures will be held online via Zoom Webinar on Tuesday evenings at 6:00-7:15pm and will run throughout 2025.

Over the course of the lecture series, you will hear from a variety of guest speakers from different specialties in medicine and dentistry. You will also learn about the application process with sessions on the UCAT, personal statements, and interview.

The lecture series is your one-stop-shop on your journey to making a successful application to medicine or dentistry!

The deadline to complete this form is Friday 10th January at 2:00pm. You only need to apply to the programme once. If accepted, you will be invited to the entire programme of lectures. Our first lecture will take place on Tuesday 4th February. Those who come to 50% of our core live lectures will receive a certificate of participation.

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What University? & What Career? Live | 15 & 16 November 2024

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Hello,

We’re thrilled to announce a new and unique opportunity for our student network in collaboration with the Health Sciences University!

On Tuesday, 15th October, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM, we will be hosting a virtual webinar that will showcase a range of rewarding careers in the healthcare sector.

About Health Sciences University (HSU):
Join us for this enlightening session hosted by Health Sciences University, a specialist institution with campuses in London and Bournemouth. HSU is renowned for delivering high-quality education, research, clinical practice, and consultancy services across various fields, including chiropractic, physiotherapy, psychology, sports science, radiology, and imaging sciences.

Webinar Details:
Title: An Introduction to Careers in Healthcare: Diagnosing a Footballer’s Low Back Pain
Date: Tuesday, 15th October
Time: 5 PM – 6 PM
Location: Online (Link will be provided upon registration)

What to Expect:
In this interactive webinar, we will follow the case of a footballer who experiences back pain after a fall during a match. You’ll learn how to triage a low back pain patient, exploring the diagnostic process that includes medical imaging and treatment options from various healthcare disciplines such as chiropractic, osteopathy, psychology, and rehabilitation.

Key Takeaways:

Insights into the diagnostic process and treatment options for bodily pains.

An understanding of various healthcare professions and their respective roles.

A chance to ask questions and engage with medical experts.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in pursuing a career in healthcare. Don’t miss out on the chance to learn from professionals and explore how you can contribute to this rewarding field!

Register now to secure your spot:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HealScience

We look forward to seeing you there and helping you take the first steps towards a fulfilling career in healthcare!

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Queens Park Rangers (QPR) Football Club - Year 10 & 11 WEX Opportunity

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Exciting Work Experience Offer

An exciting work experience opportunity for Year 10 and Year 11 students in partnership with Queens Park Rangers (QPR) Football Club. This program is aimed at students interested in a career in sports and will run on the following dates:

6th -10th January 2025

17th - 21st March 2025

16th - 20th June 2025

The program offers a 5-day experience at Loftus Road Stadium and Powerleague Shepherds Bush, where students will engage in workshops on coaching, employability skills, finances, and more, along with sports sessions led by FA-qualified coaches. It’s an excellent chance for students to gain insight into careers in sports, work with professionals, and develop key skills. To participate, students must complete and submit a signed consent form from both the student and a parent/carer. Please email Eric Salvo at eric.salvo@qpr.co.uk for more information or to retrieve and submit a consent form.

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Retail

TRansport and logisitics

Contruction

Hospitality and catering

Creative, media and film

Digital and ICT

Buisness and administration

Manufacturing and engineering

Health and social care

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Springpod provides students with virtual work experience from companies such as Barclays and Siemens, as well as new university ‘try before you apply’ content from great universities such as UCL and Oxford;

Students can view our opportunities here.

Each opportunity can be completed flexibly around studies is great for building real CV-worthy experience. They can fit nicely into your curriculum as homework or even to be started during lesson time. You could also mention these opportunities during form/registration time and let students decide what they want to take part in.

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Please follow the above link for some fully funded work experience offers both virtual and in person.

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Fantastic mentoring Opportunity for Swakeleys Year 11 Black pupils who are interested in STEM careers. 

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See details below from Kings College London University:

Success for Black Engineers STEM Tutoring programme
Year 11 Black students are encouraged to sign up to King’s ‘Success for Black Engineers’ STEM tutoring programme. This will cover sciences and math’s and will run weekly from 29 September to the end of April, during term time. It will take place on Sunday mornings, 8.30-9.30am, online in a group format.

Prof Kawal Rhode will first go over gcse topics until Christmas and then will look at past papers until end of April. Please could you ask pupils to kindly fill in the form on the webpage to register their interest: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/success-for-black-students-outreach-programme

I will be in touch with them in the week of 23 September to ask for some more details from them, send over a parental consent form, and share more information.

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British Airways are holding three exciting in-person Insight Days, for students who are able to get to Heathrow Airport aged 16-19.

Sustainability Work Experience Insight Day

6th March, 10:00 – 14:00

At British Airways HQ, Harmondsworth

The sustainability team works hard to ensure that sustainability is embedded in the culture, the operation and the customers’ experience. You can expect to hear from colleagues about 'BA Better World' journey and the hard work that goes into ensuring sustainability is embedded into every aspect of the operations. You will also be getting involved in activities to give you a taste of what is it like to work in Sustainability for a global airline.

https://www.speakersforschools.org/results/?opp=508FBD94-6B7F-4653-9A6E-08DCD0ABBAFF

Airport Operations Work Experience Insight Day

19th March, 10:00 – 14:00

At British Airways HQ, Harmondsworth

Customers are at the forefront of everything they do, and colleagues on the frontline go above and beyond to give customers an unforgettable experience. You can expect to hear from the ground team and cabin crew on day-to-day roles. You will also be getting involved in workshops and activities to give you a taste of what is it like to work in Airport Operations for a global airline.

https://www.speakersforschools.org/results/?opp=BD84FDEB-EDF3-4FDD-9A6F-08DCD0ABBAFF

Business Work Experience Insight Day

26th March, 10:00 – 14:00

At British Airways HQ, Harmondsworth

There are a variety of teams that work head office and across British Airways that support the airline operation! On this placement you can expect to hear from a range of colleagues from different department across head office. You will also be getting involved in workshops and activities to give you a taste of what is it like to work behind the scenes for a global airline.

https://www.speakersforschools.org/results/?opp=E45F696E-E7A1-4206-9A6D-08DCD0ABBAFF

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Thursday 19th September, 5pm - 7pm

We are proud to announce that we have teamed up with 10 of the biggest law firms in the world who are all coming together to provide insights, work experience and solicitor apprenticeship, and graduate opportunities for students up and down the country.

We have 2 Magic Circle Law Firms joining us; Clifford Chance and Linklaters, International Firms Bird & Bird, Fragomen, Mishcon De Reya, Charles Russell Speechlys, TLT, Farrer & Co and Freeths!

Never before has the legal industry seen such huge amounts prestigious law firms coming together to help students around the UK to hear more about how to secure their dream jobs within a huge law firm.

This is your chance this year, to get in front of many law firms all in one go to network, learn and ultimately helping you secure your dream job with the help of some invaluable work experience leading to a solicitor apprenticeship or trainee contract when you leave school / college or university.

To kick things off, we are holding a virtual event on Thursday 19th September, 5pm – 7pm to tell you all about the routes into law, how to secure a role and giving you exclusive access to sign up to in person events taking place this year.

You’ll get the chance to come face to face with the firms, experience panel discussions, hear some inspiring keynote partner presenters as well as having plenty of opportunity to networking and building up your personal legal connections in helping you build a bright future.

Application Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YP-Law-Event

We look forward to seeing you on the Thursday 19th September, 5pm – 7pm and we will be in touch shortly with your Zoom link and additional details on what to expect.

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16th September, 5pm - 7pm | Sign up today!

During this event, we are delighted to be hosting 2 of the big 4 accountancy firms – PwC and KPMG, alongside the incredibly prestigious AICPA & CIMA, Forvis Mazars, BDO, Evelyn Partners, Amazon Accounting Division and Grant Thornton.

This multi-employer business & accounting event will include a keynote session from a senior member of staff from each of the above employers, as well as a rare opportunity for students to ask direct questions to leaders at these global firms throughout the evening.

Students will gain a vast insight into the upcoming work experience, graduate and apprenticeship opportunities with the likes of PwC and benefit from the first-hand advice and key tips from these hugely successful, power house companies, ensuring you are well equipped to excel in any recruitment process!

Following the event, you will receive a certificate of completion within 7 working days.

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Choices magazine is dedicated to helping students make important decisions after turning 16. Although it has been written for Year 11s, it may also be useful for Year 12s in 6th form or college. We have also included some information for your parents or carers.

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Upcoming Events:

Event: Get into Business & Accounting

Where: Virtual Webinar via Zoom

When: Monday 16th September at 5pm - 7pm

About: This is a unique opportunity for aspiring business and accounting professionals to hear directly from industry giants like PwC, KPMG, Amazon Accounting, BDO, and more.

Further information can be found on our website: https://apprenticeships.co.uk/events

Link to Apply: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MYSSXZ7

Event: Careers in STEM

Where: Virtual Webinar via Zoom

When: Tuesday 17th September at 5pm - 7pm

About: Featuring leading companies like ESO, National Grid, RAF, Amazon, and Berkeley Group, this event offers a unique chance to learn about various engineering careers, from sustainable energy to tech innovation. Students can hear directly from industry leaders and ask questions, providing valuable insights into their future career paths.

Further information can be found on our website: https://apprenticeships.co.uk/events

Link to apply: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/J7LTN7N

Event: Tech the Future

Where: Virtual Webinar via Zoom

When: Tuesday 18th September at 5pm - 7pm

About: Featuring top tech firms like Amazon, Experian, BDO, and Bloomberg, this event offers insights into AI, Data Analytics, Cloud Computing, and more. It’s a great opportunity for students to learn about tech careers, ask questions, and explore pathways through internships and graduate schemes.

Link to apply: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MYGSYCB

Get into Law

Where: Virtual Webinar via Zoom

When: Tuesday 19th September at 5pm - 7pm

About: With top law firms like Clifford Chance, Linklaters, Bird & Bird, and more, this event offers a unique opportunity to explore career paths in law. Students will gain insights from industry leaders, learn about solicitor apprenticeships, work experience, and graduate opportunities, and engage in panel discussions.

Link to apply:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YP-Law-Event

Get into Finance and Investments

Where: Virtual Webinar via Zoom

When: Friday 20th September at 5pm - 7pm

About: Featuring top firms like Goldman Sachs, UBS, Bloomberg, Fidelity International, and Legal & General, this event is perfect for those interested in banking, finance, and FinTech. Students will hear directly from industry leaders and junior professionals, gaining valuable insights into private clients, wealth management, stocks, and more, offering a glimpse into life at leading financial institutions.

Link to apply:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YP-Banking-Finance

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Energise your career and develop key skills with virtual work experience from EDF.

This on-demand virtual work experience includes an introduction to EDF and the different career opportunities that you could explore within the energy sector.

Dive into the importance of renewables, discover the importance of technology and innovation, and learn what employability skills will make you stand out.

Course modules include:

Introduction to EDF

Renewable Energy

Nuclear Energy

Commercial, Finance & Supply Chain

IT, Digital, Data & Tech

Early Careers & Pathways

Employability

The programme is open from June 2024 to June 2025 and is available to anyone aged 14+ based in the UK and includes a certificate of completion.

https://www.springpod.com/virtual-work-experience/energise-your-career-develop-key-skills-with-work-experience-from-edf/WEXP-00293

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Careers In the Energy Sector with EDF

Success is personal

EDF is Britain's biggest generator of low-carbon electricity. Their early careers programmes offer the opportunity to develop an exciting career whilst helping to create a more sustainable energy future. They have apprenticeship opportunities from science and engineering to business, project controls to cyber security and more.

Not only are opportunities for career success plentiful at EDF UK, career success is not defined by the business. Our people get to decide what success means to them and then we help them achieve it.

Discover how EDF will equip you with the skills and experiences to achieve career success while creating a more sustainable energy future.

Find Out More

Teacher/Careers Adviser Visit To Hinkley Point C

Teachers & Careers Advisers are invited to join us for a unique opportunity to visit Hinkley Point C, where EDF are building two new nuclear reactors, the first in a new generation of nuclear power stations in Britain providing zero-carbon electricity for around six million homes.

Join us to discover what makes EDF a great apprenticeship employer:

Learn about the wide range of apprenticeship and early careers opportunities available with EDF.

Experience a tour of Hinkley Point C, the first nuclear power station in Britain, which is providing zero-carbon electricity for around six million homes.

Learn about the application and assessment process.

Hear from EDF apprentices about their journeys and experiences.

The event will take place on Thursday 11th July from 11am - 4pm.

Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Book your place using the below link.

Book Your Place

Virtual Work Experience For Students

Energise your career and develop key skills with virtual work experience from EDF.

This on-demand virtual work experience includes an introduction to EDF and the different career opportunities that you could explore within the energy sector.

Dive into the importance of renewables, discover the importance of technology and innovation, and learn what employability skills will make you stand out.

Course modules include:

Introduction to EDF

Renewable Energy

Nuclear Energy

Commercial, Finance & Supply Chain

IT, Digital, Data & Tech

Early Careers & Pathways

Employability

The programme is open from June 2024 to June 2025 and is available to anyone aged 14+ based in the UK and includes a certificate of completion.

Find Out More

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Next month, our incredibly popular online work experience programme returns, which starts on 1 July. This is the perfect opportunity for students to gain insight into a range of job roles and understand what skills are used within a bank. The programme is not limited to those thinking about a career in financial services as the knowledge and skills students will learn can be transferred to other industries. Students will have until 28 June to sign up.

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Complete our work experience programme and get a step closer to a career in creative

In this 3 step programme we'll introduce you to real careers and real people as you learn more about what goes into the thriving creative industry that you see around you. You'll be set real world challenges, discover what could be your creative career match and get insider information from current Channel 4 Employees on what makes for a successful creative career.

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Whether just starting your career or looking to change your career direction, everyone is welcome at JLP. Our virtual work experience gives you a taste of just a few of the careers available across the Partnership.

Our organisation is a complex puzzle of amazing people, with incredible skills all pulling together to achieve the John Lewis Partnership vision. It's time to experience that for yourself!

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Whether just starting your career or looking to change your career direction, everyone is welcome at JLP. Our virtual work experience gives you a taste of just a few of the careers available across the Partnership. Our organisation is a complex puzzle of amazing people, with incredible skills all pulling together to achieve the John Lewis Partnership vision.

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Engineering is a vast field, with the industry employing around a quarter of the UK workforce! More familiar roles include civil or structural engineer - professionals who are involved in the design of buildings and infrastructure such as roads, railways and bridges. However, engineers also work in areas as diverse as medicine and computing.

For example, software engineers design computer programs and apps, while biomedical engineers develop technology for use in medicine, such as robotic limbs or surgical tools. Electronic engineers on the other hand design circuitry which goes into gadgets such as smartphones, games consoles and even cars. Regardless of the field, all these engineers use problem-solving skills to design solutions to technical challenges.

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Engineering is a vast field, with the industry employing around a quarter of the UK workforce! More familiar roles include civil or structural engineer - professionals who are involved in the design of buildings and infrastructure such as roads, railways and bridges. However, engineers also work in areas as diverse as medicine and computing.

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There are two types of banking. Retail banking refers to the so-called 'high street banks' where you, your family and businesses keep their savings and apply for loans. In this area of work, you could work as a cashier, mortgage advisor or branch manager. Investment banks help individuals, businesses and other organisations make money from financial markets by investing in stocks and shares and other financial products. You could work as a market trader, fund manager, investment analyst or stockbroker.

Accountants keep track of an organisation's finances. Specialisms include tax accountants, who work out ways for companies to save money on tax while paying what they owe. Management accountants advise on decision-makers on their financial plans. Auditors independently check company accounts.

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There are two types of banking. Retail banking refers to the so-called 'high street banks' where you, your family and businesses keep their savings and apply for loans. In this area of work, you could work as a cashier, mortgage advisor or branch manager.

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Law is made up of a whole host of jobs. Barristers represent clients in court, presenting the case for the defence or prosecution by cross-examining witnesses and presenting legal arguments to the judge and/or jury. Solicitors work directly with clients - some assist individuals on issues such as writing a will or getting a divorce, while others advise and represent organisations in legal matters.

Then there are conveyancers, solicitors who specialise in the buying and selling of property. There are many other specialist legal professionals too, such as patent attorneys whose expertise is in intellectual property. Many people are also involved in supporting the legal system - from court reporters who record what is said in court to ushers who make sure proceedings run smoothly, doing things like preparing the courtroom and calling witnesses.

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Law is made up of a whole host of jobs. Barristers represent clients in court, presenting the case for the defence or prosecution by cross-examining witnesses and presenting legal arguments to the judge and/or jury. Solicitors work directly with clients - some assist individuals on issues such as writing a will or getting a divorce, while others advise and represent organisations in legal matters.

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Ofsted has published an independent review of careers guidance in special schools, independent specialist colleges and pupil referral units. Findings include:

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Virtual work experience for those interested in LAW.

Register here: https://www.theforage.com/simulations/kennedys/commercial-law-ivmd

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The aim of the virtual work experience programme is to widen access to legal work experience to a diverse range of students and provide a unique insight into law and Kennedys.

The programme gives you the opportunity to complete legal work experience virtually, completing real life tasks created by our own trainees and apprentices. Throughout the programme, you will gain legal analytical skills, develop legal knowledge of the insurance industry, and learn critical legal communication, research, and drafting skills that will help set you up for your future career in law.

Work experience tasks
There are four tasks that you will need to complete from each of our core practice areas of insurance, liability, healthcare and commercial. See below for further insight into what the work experience tasks involve.

The programme takes around six hours and can be completed at your own pace.

Once complete, you will receive a certificate that you can reference on your CV.
Entry requirements
Our programme is free and open to all students and graduates, from a law or non-law background and no legal experience is required. As the programme is virtual, the work experience can be completed at your own pace from any location.
Virtual careers insight events
As a further incentive for signing up to the programme, our early careers team run a number of careers insight events throughout the year discussing the opportunities we offer and the recruitment process.

Students will also hear from trainees at Kennedys about working for a global law firm and receive tips on what they need to demonstrate when they apply for a trainee position.

If you are interested in applying for a role at Kennedys, visit our early careers page, or take a look at our current vacancies to find out more about our opportunities.

What does the virtual work experience programme involve?

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Prepare a witness statement that can be used in a litigated claim
Developing your legal analysis skills

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Assist with a client pitch presentation
Developing your legal knowledge of the insurance industry

3.

Leave a voicemail for a client
Developing professional communication skills

4.

Draft a memo on the effect of a "force majeure" clause

Developing legal research and drafting skills

Kennedys' virtual work experience programme hits 10,000 enrolments

We are delighted to announce our virtual work experience programme has hit 10,000 enrolments in just over a year. The virtual work experience programme launched in August last year and was designed to ensure that the widest possible pool of would-be lawyers can gain a taste of legal life.

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Our virtual work experience programme will allow you to take the first step of your legal career with a global law firm that does things differently.

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Help your students understand what a career in civil engineering could do for them and the world.

ICE's on-demand virtual work experience programme Civil Engineers: Shaping the World is for students aged 14 to 18 years old and shows young people what being a civil engineer is all about.

It features:

online content that can be completed flexibly

6 student-friendly topics including sustainability, improving lives and keeping us entertained

recorded webinars featuring industry experts

a topic on being career ready with tips on CVs and cover letters

a certificate of completion at the end

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Play Your Way Into Production has been produced by One to One Development Trust in collaboration with SIGN as part of a research project to break down barriers to getting into the screen industry. The game is designed help potential new entrants understand the tasks and duties of certain job roles and develop skills. There is also an educational resource pack.

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Explore an immersive and interactive film set as a new junior member of the team

Play Your Way Into Production has been produced by One to One Development Trust in collaboration with SIGN as part of a research project to break down barriers to getting into the screen industry. The game is designed help potential new entrants understand the tasks and duties of certain job roles and develop skills which are traditionally gained through (unpaid) work experience.

The game is particularly relevant to those studying film/TV courses and those teaching media studies/film production but will also be of interest to people hoping to get into the industry, regardless of their qualifications.

Set in a film/TV studio, the fictitious Pink Sprout Productions company are making a CGI dinosaur documentary. Players are plunged into unfamiliar the world of film/TV studio, and are given a number of tasks to complete and scenarios to navigate that reflect some of those that may be encountered when working in the industry, which will challenge their perceptions.

The game features a TV/film studio environment populated by 17 crew members with varied backgrounds and experience. As well as playing the game, players can explore technical equipment and props, overhearing conversations, taking on tasks and helping out with the shoot.

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Ever wondered about when you should start thinking about university? Want to improve your study skills and gain useful insights into revision techniques?

Informed Futures is a series of online sessions for young people, or for parents and carers, to inform about how to approach next steps in education and to inspire confidence in taking these steps.

Sessions are informal and fun with interactive elements such as quizzes, Q&As, and games! Informed Futures is an online programme so attending these sessions has never been easier!

Applications for the next series of Informed Futures events are now open! Please see below the sessions we will be running this autumn. Applications will close at 10am the day before each event.

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Ever wondered about when you should start thinking about university? Want to improve your study skills and gain useful insights into revision techniques?

Informed Futures is a series of online sessions for young people, or for parents and carers, to inform about how to approach next steps in education and to inspire confidence in taking these steps.

Sessions are informal and fun with interactive elements such as quizzes, Q&As, and games! Informed Futures is an online programme so attending these sessions has never been easier!

About our sessions

Applications for our next series of Informed Futures events are now open! Please see below the sessions we will be running this autumn. Applications will close at 10am the day before each event.

Get Ready for A- Levels (Y10-11) - 30 November 2023, 5-6pm

Get Ready for A-Levels aims to give young people a better understanding of A-Level study and how this differs from your GCSE years. We'll talk about what your options are, how your A-Level choices inform your options at university and beyond, and what you can do now to prepare. This session is for students in Years 10-11.

When: 17:00 - 18:00 Thursday 30 November 2023

Introduction to University (Y7-9) - 5 December 2023, 5-6pm

Introduction to University is a session aimed at years 7-9, and aims to give students a better understanding of what options are available with regard to university and degree choices, what university life is like, and how Student Finance works.

When: 17:00 - 18:00 Tuesday 5 December 2023

Get Ready for GCSEs (Y7-9) - 12 December 2023, 5-6pm

Get Ready For GCSEs aims to give young people a better understanding of what the GCSEs are and how Years 10/11 are different to Years 7-9. We'll talk about why GCSEs matter, what your options may be and what you can do to start preparing for your GCSEs. This session is for students in Years 7-9.

When: 17:00 - 18:00 Tuesday 12 December 2023

Stepping Up Your Study Skills (Y9-11) - 21 December 2023, 5-6pm

Gain confidence in how you study and help to boost your results. This session will talk you through effective ways to improve how you study and help you to reflect on your past habits.

When: 17:00 - 18:00 Tuesday 21 December 2023

What to expect

Sessions will be hosted online. Audience participation will be encouraged through interactive elements such as games and quizzes and you will have the chance to ask questions by typing in the chat function.

Are you eligible?

Our events and activities are funded by UCL's Access and Participation Plan.

To be eligible to attend an event for young people, you must be attending a state school and meet at least one of the targeting criteria specified in points 2 to 6 on the Who we work with webpage.

Some sessions are available for young people in specific target year groups. This is to ensure the content is suitable for the age and educational stage of participants. Applications from young people outside of the target year groups specified will not be successful.

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Ever wondered about when you should start thinking about university? Want to improve your study skills and gain useful insights into revision techniques?

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Considering a career in Film and TV?

Check out the BAFTA’s new ‘Follow Your Spark’ campaign is designed to help young people build a creative career.

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Find out the major role BAFTA plays in supporting the next generation of film, games and TV talent - how we identify and reward talent, then make the connections to established practitioners in order to support their careers.

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WonderWhat is a free web app where career advice meets creativity. Created for ages 13+, simply tap on images you like, and it’ll match-make you with 3 creative career options. You can then learn realtime sector salary information, the freshest news, and social accounts you should follow.

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Explore - WonderWhat, Co-created by Bond + Coyne and Arts University Bournemouth

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Explore 1000s of images from a range of different creative disciplines.

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"You are never too small to make a difference"

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- Greta Thunberg

What is Green Careers Week?

Taking place from the 6th to the 11th November 2023, Green Careers Week promotes and highlights the various environmentally conscious career opportunities for young people to help the UK move towards it's goal of achieving Net Zero by 2050.

With two-thirds of 10,000 16-25 year olds across 10 different countries stating that they 'were worried' about climate change, in a study from the University of Bath, let's dive into the range of careers to help support our Earth's future!

An Environmental Scientist

An environmental scientist studies the environment, plants, animals, humans and how these different areas are interlinked to uncover ways for us to adopt more sustainable practices. Their research also gives advice on what is harming the environment and how we can tack it.
Studying Biology? Find out where it could lead you!

Green Energy and Technology

From solar power to wind turbines, establishing renewable energy resources is vital for the health of our planet. You could be responsible for working in industries to create cutting-edge technology to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.

Check out these Green Careers at bp!

Environmental Law

Environmental lawyers use their legal knowledge and analytical skills to make our world greener. They could be advising big companies about their legal obligations to the environment. They also work for the government, helping to come up with new laws that protect the earth.

Considering a law career? Check out our Law Career Zone!

Want to find out more?
Check out these handy articles on our website:

Infographic: Where Geography Could Take You

Career Zone: Agriculture & The Environment

What is an Atmospheric Chemist?

Industry Spotlight: Energy & Utilities

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The government has published a list of 85 qualifications, taken by over 17,000 students, that will now be defunded because they "overlap" with wave three of T Levels. Another 134 qualifications taken

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New data from UCAS shows a fall in the number of 18 year-olds accepted into university. Fewer students got into their first choice of university this year. But more students qualified for their second

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The National Grid Careers Hub has been created for Key stage 4 & 5 students as a candidate experience and digital mentoring platform, to connect students with role models at National Grid, and to support them with their onward journey into a career in STEM. The platform is also linked to Gatsby Benchmarks: 2, 5 & 8.

Your students are  invited to sign up to the National Grid Careers Hub where they can:

Access career guidance into a career in STEM via online modules.

Find out about apprenticeship and work experience opportunities.

Connect with digital buddies who are current employees working at National Grid. Your students can learn about the buddies’ experiences and ask them questions if they wish to find out more.

Create discussions with other students via forums.

Sign up here

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Hi Year 11s, I'm looking forward to meeting you to chat through your ideas and/or questions about the future - so start signing up asap. It's 1st come, 1st served..!

Ms Mmireku

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Explore the world of the biopharmaceutical industry through our free interactive virtual work experience programme that will provide you with an in-depth overview of how medicines are developed and brought to market. Join thousands of users on our ‘Molecule to Market’ journey, hosted by Forage, to gain practical insight into the biopharmaceutical industry and to boost your skills to prepare you for your next job application, or to support you in the next step of your career.

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Explore the world of the biopharmaceutical industry through our free interactive virtual work experience programme that will provide you with an in-depth overview of how medicines are developed and brought to market.

Explore the world of the biopharmaceutical industry through our free interactive virtual work experience programme that will provide you with an in-depth overview of how medicines are developed and brought to market. Join thousands of users on our 'Molecule to Market' journey, hosted by Forage, to gain practical insight into the biopharmaceutical industry and to boost your skills to prepare you for your next job application, or to support you in the next step of your career.

You'll have a chance to explore the rigorous research and development process, the complexities of health economics, the strategic considerations of marketing, and the meticulous approach of developing a go-to-market strategy - the key steps which allow medicines to go from concepts into the hands of patients.

PP-UNP-GBR-5105 / June 2023

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The CITB has commissioned Careers Collective to create a film with companion learning materials, to positively promote construction as an aspirational career path, engage and inform, and support individuals to make good career choices.

We have designed learning materials to support students in both mainstream and specialist settings, as well as young adults looking to enter the construction industry. There are posters for display purposes, career profiles, and 4 student workbook PDFs, differentiated for those learning from Entry Level to Level 3, which includes adults. Teacher PDFs provide additional information, links, and suggested activities for students at Entry Level, Level 1 and 2.

Please complete the teacher and student evaluation forms with the number of students who have watched the film under your supervision.

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Careers Collective. Take control of your Career Development from the Inside Out.

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Created for the Construction Industy Training Board, and Go Construct, this page offers free film, learning reources and accompanying teachers' packs for schools to use to inform their students about the wide variety of jobs in construction that are open to them.

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STEM In Action Series
Free, self-paced online activities for KS3 Years 7 to 9

This month we are excited to announce the addition of our sixth module Careers.
In this module explore a variety of STEM Careers, hear from Imperial students about their journey to University and investigate your STEM future with guides and quizzes.

STEM in Action is an online resource with six themed modules that include videos and activities that can be done at home or in school. Explore all the modules and learn about how scientists and engineers at Imperial College London are working to better our world and your own STEM future.

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Careers in Green Industries - interactive book

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Careers in Green Industries - interactive book

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Our NEW, FREE online course Introduction to Life Sciences with ATAC is definitely worth taking a look at if your students are interested in Biology and the life sciences industry!

By the end of the course, students will:

Understand what advanced cell and gene therapies are and be able to explain their impact on the world

Know what careers are available in the industry

Be able to make a plan to apply to roles in the industry

Students can learn more about the course and get started here.

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Inspiring Careers LMI Bulletin July 2023 (1)

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Project Achieve is hosting a work experience programme for young people aged 16-20, aimed at helping students develop an understanding of the outdoors and build on essential life skills. Click here to apply.

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Each year, Challenge The Wild will deliver 4 outdoor challenge events at zero cost to the not-for-profit organisations. To date, we have raised over £22,000 through these free events.

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We are pleased to announce the launch of the Empowered Females in STEM Network, a free initiative designed to showcase opportunities and provide support for young females and non-binary students looking to pursue careers in STEM.

The Empowered Females in STEM Network will:
-Prepare young females with essential employability skills to kick start their STEM careers
-Provide access to a range of opportunities with leading STEM employers including a mentoring programme, STEM events, Insight days, work experience opportunities and apprenticeships.
-Create an inclusive space for young women and non-binary STEM students to feel valued members of the STEM community.
-Enable the self-efficacy of young females in STEM to increase.

We are proud to be sponsored by global STEM companies, the first key sponsors of this network being Bp, Dyson and Colt.

To join you must be:

female or non-binary students (or a teacher interested in promoting STEM opportunities to their students)

in Year 11, 12 or 13

living in England

interested in pursuing a career in STEM

https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1t4yAaY0qSnO4yuEq06WnMAg7wfy
Student application form

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Empowered Females in STEM network- Student poster-6

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World of WorkPart of the FT Schools programme, this is a practical guide to help students with career planning, including advice on choosing a rewarding path, tips on making an impact, what to wear in your first job, and employment prospects across a range of sectors

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Part of the FT Schools programme, this is a practical guide to help students with career planning, including advice on choosing a rewarding path, tips on making an impact, what to wear in your first job, and employment prospects across a range of sectors

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Coca-Cola want youto know about the fantastic career opportunities available within their organisation. They've created this mini work insight experience. Click above to find out more.

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Interested in a career in the performing arts?

The Old Vic Hub offers free digital learning content devised by theatre creatives and professionals. Our resources are designed to welcome anyone, of any age, experience or ability, into the world of theatre and beyond.

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Please find attached this incredible digital resource that has recently been shared with the school by Hillingdon Council. It is a really useful document, especially for Year 11 pupils, outlining all your  post 16 option choices.

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Please remember that you can arrange a 1-1 or group Careers Appointments with our independent careers advisor – Eugenia Mmireku are available for all pupils.  We are currently prioritising appointments for our year 11 pupils.

Please use the Google docs form to sign up for a careers appointment. https://forms.gle/rfUtHAFQ9pNDjkMW9

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Access Google Forms with a personal Google account or Google Workspace account (for business use).