Are you a young person in Youth Friendly Coventry looking for careers advice and support with next steps? We’re here to help.
Get careers help with Coventry Job Shop
If you’re a young person living in Coventry, the Coventry Job Shop is your first stop for help with career ideas, employment, training and next steps. You’ll get support with finding a job, including help with completing application forms, and also interview practice (how great is that)!. You can also benefit from employer links and exclusive vacancies.
Qdos Careers App
You might find the Qdos careers app useful. You can download it from the Apple App Store for iPhones or from the Google Play Store for Android devices.
Youth Employment UK Careers Hub
The Careers Hub on Youth Employment UK offers:
- Career ideas (with tips on how to get your foot in the door)
- Inspiration (if you’re not sure what to do next)
- Free online Young Professional training you can use like a skills-building gym
- Apprenticeships info…
… and more.
Who else can help you figure out your career options?
- The Work Coach at your nearest local Jobcentre Plus
- Your college/university careers team
- The National Careers Service
They should all be able to help by giving you advice, answering any questions you have, and pointing you towards some exciting opportunities you might not have thought of.
Often you’ll want to talk through your options, so every young person (aged 19-29) can get a careers interview with a trained and qualified career development professional, leading to the development of a personalised careers plan. Careers advice and guidance is available in schools and colleges. Visit your local school or college website for more information.
The national Careers Service is available for those aged over 18. Visit www.nationalcareers.service.gov.uk or call 0800 100 900
