Careers advice – get help with your life choices
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Did you know? If you’re aged 14-24, everything on this page is about you. Early careers advice, choosing study subjects, money matters, mental health… it all matters, and so do you. Join us as a Young Professional for free skills training or as a Volunteer Youth Ambassador, and the whole website explodes into life. Interact with tips, advice, mentoring and opportunities that match your interests. We’re here to take you seriously, to listen and to help!
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Explore hot jobs you’ll want to apply for – and learn how you could get them.
There’s more than one way into any career! See what’s out there, job trends, and how to find opportunities as a young person.
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Volunteer with us and you’ll gain so much more than something great to put on your CV.
Join our huge UK network of Youth Ambassadors and you’ll make a serious impact on how young people are treated in work today, whatever your interests and background.
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School? Exams? Uni? Career? Get help with life, study and work choices.
Don’t stay in the dark when it comes to big decisions you everyone makes in their life. There’s more than one option out there for you, even if you don’t know what to do next!
Explore life choicesAdvice and opinion
What do you really need to know about jobs, careers and employment? Hear from experts, employers and our Youth Ambassadors giving their side of the story.
Opportunities
From work experience to free training and competitions, visit the Opportunities zone to find opportunities for young people. Build your skills and experience. Make your mark.
Youth friendly employers
All these employers are youth friendly – we are working with them to ensure they provide amazing opportunities for young people. Click a logo to find out more about them and the youth-friendly opportunities they offer, from work experience and apprenticeships through to graduate schemes!
Events calendar
Take part in events across the UK and beyond! As a Youth Ambassador and/or Young Professional you’ll get to attend some top events across the country. We host online events and webinars too, so you can attend wherever you are.
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