In this weekly round-up you will find information about a huge range of careers and further/higher education opportunities, including university open days, work experience, careers taster sessions, apprenticeship vacancies and lots more. The Careers section is followed by the Higher Education section.
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Webinars and events taking place during school hours are aimed at Sixth Form students only. 

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Are you interested in pursuing a career in engineering, science, or anything to do with STEM? Would you like to gain some rare and invaluable work experience with multiple global FTSE companies? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are excited to announce that  we will be hosting a virtual work experience day with Spectris, Malvern Panalytical, HBK and Servomex! Spectris are a FTSE company and own all the other science and engineering-based companies mentioned above. Collectively they operate in more than 30 countries, employ over 7,500 people globally, and have generated a revenue of over £1 billion as of 2024! Each of the companies Spectris owns specialises in a very specific areas of science and engineering, and during this work experience day you will get the opportunity to take part in workshops and network with each of their companies.

Participating in an event such as this will not only allow you to learn more about industry, but it will also give you a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience that will be beneficial for adding value to your CV and LinkedIn profile. This will show employers (including Spectris) that you are proactive and looking to develop your skillset before entering the workplace, which can help you to be recognised as an ambitious and motivated individual as well as allowing you to stand out from other students.

• Employers involved are; Linklaters, Fragomen and University of Law

• An opportunity to take part in legal workshops, hear from two international law firms as well as the UK’s biggest university offering law degrees

• Networking opportunities in the virtual booths

• Certificate of completion sent out to all students who take part in the day
  
  Find out more and register

Construction and Eco Architecture careers 

Conservation careers

Health and Wellbeing careers 

Education and Science Communication careers

Business and Finance careers

 

Are you a Year 11, 12, 13 student interested in gaining work experience with one of the world’s leading professional services firms?

Join the KPMG Virtual Work Experience Day during the Easter Break to explore career opportunities in business, finance, accounting, and professional services while developing key employability skills.

What to Expect

• Learn about KPMG’s early career pathways

• Take part in interactive sessions and real-world business case studies

• Gain insights into careers in professional services

• Hear from current apprentices and senior professionals about their experiences at KPMG

Why Attend?

This one-day virtual experience is designed to give students valuable exposure to the world of professional services, helping them build confidence, develop key skills, and gain an understanding of career opportunities at KPMG.

Whether you are considering an apprenticeship, exploring work experience or simply want to learn more about the industry, this event will provide first-hand insights and career advice to help you take the next step.

Register now to secure your place! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KPMG-Virtual

FIRST STEP: Y7-9 

Tuesday 13 May at 4.30pm (virtual session hosted on MS Teams)

“Free Skins or Fake Wins? Exposing Fake Gaming Giveaways!”

• A 45-minute briefing with the Experian team
• Complete the career challenge at their own pace
• Certification awarded on completion
• Register now! (students)

NEXT STEP: Y10-13 

Wednesday 14 May at 5pm (virtual session hosted on MS Teams)

"Get Rich Quick... or Get Caught? The Dark Side of Influencer Money Scams!"

• A 45-minute virtual briefing with the Experian team
• Complete the career challenge at their own pace
• Certification awarded on completion
• Register now! (students)

The Engineering Development Trust has a range of exciting placement opportunities for students seeking a paid structured gap year placement after Year 13, starting this August/September (lasting 12 months). 

EDT Placements works with large and small companies across the UK, which provide challenging placements to help students test-drive a potential career and gain hands-on experience in a career-relevant field, before students start university or an apprenticeship.

Current placement opportunities?

The EDT have opportunities in various UK locations for students seeking work in: Engineering, Technology, IT, Business, Marketing, Communications, Data Analytics/Science, Finance or Software Engineering.

View all current vacancies

How to apply

What kind of work will I do?

Individual placements are highly diverse. They might involve carrying out research, designing prototypes, planning projects, marketing and comms, devising networking methods, data projects, process improvement, software development, financial planning and much more. We only work with companies who can guarantee you work with senior staff on projects addressing real business issues.

Scheme benefits:

• Students will receive mentoring support throughout their placement
• Students will be able to access our Masterclass Skills webinars for free
• Students can choose to complete the Industrial Cadet Platinum Level Award during their placement. Industrial Cadets Award
• Complete an optional online Maths course to keep maths skills sharp whilst out of academia (cost involved)

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our friendly team at studentrecruitment@etrust.org.uk

APPLICATIONS HAVE NOW OPENED for our hugely popular Virtual Insight into University course.

This is a comprehensive virtual experience for students in Years 11-13 which allows students to explore STEM studies at university, including degree apprenticeships and the career opportunities that these subjects can lead to.  

The course will take approximately 30 hours to complete and will run over 8 weeks, (30^thJune - 22nd August 2025), giving students the flexibility to complete it at their own pace and around other commitments. It will also help students to develop their independent research and time management skills both of which are vital for university studies.

Reflections from our 2024 course participants!

 100% of students increased their awareness of STEM opportunities available to them!

 99% would recommend the course to a friend or family member!

 92% felt the skills and knowledge gained from the course would have a positive impact on their future studies or career!

“I would really recommend this course to anyone wanting to pursue a career in STEM.”

“I absolutely loved the course. It has helped me discover my true passion, and love which I hope to pursue in the future.”

“I really enjoyed the course; I liked the flexibility of choosing which parts I was most interested in and how I could do it whenever it fitted my own schedule.”

Find out more and apply

Medic Mentor's virtual work experiences provide students with valuable insights and opportunities that may be otherwise difficult to access. Developed in collaboration with Birmingham University Hospitals Trust, this virtual work experience has proven to be transformative for thousands of secondary school students over the past year. It goes beyond being just an alternative to in-person shadowing; it is a crucial step in preparing students for their upcoming physical placements.

Medic Mentor have designed a 6-month medical e-learning work experience programme, focusing on one specialism each month, allowing students to set their own pace of learning. From structured teaching to direct interaction with doctors and healthcare professionals, the programme ensures students not only observe procedures but also gain a broader understanding of roles within the medical field.

Covering everything from ethics to procedures and broader team roles, this virtual work experience provides an overview of students' desired career paths and the skills that medical professionals are looking for, thereby enhancing their UCAS applications.  

   

Y12 Subject Taster Webinars: Gonville & Caius College
Gonville & Caius are running taster evenings for 27 of the subjects that you can study at Cambridge. During the taster evening, you will get the chance to meet Directors of Studies for that subject, hear from our students, and experience a taste of Cambridge-style teaching.
More information here. Registration deadline: 1 April, midday.