Young Professionals have put together a 3 day work experience program for 6th form students during the October Half Term, teaming up with some of the biggest brands on the planet such as IBM, EY and PwC to deliver an amazing 3 day program for you to get involved in.
As many work experience places this summer were cancelled due to Covid-19, Young Professionals wanted to make sure you are able to get an opportunity to engage with some huge bands, learn new things and begin to build your own professional network for when you enter into the work place.
Key Details:
October Half Term 26th – 28th 9am – 4pm each day (times may vary) Open to all Y12 / S5 and Y13 / S6 students Specifically for students looking to get into Technology, Business, Accounting & Finance Online webinars and workshops with group exercises + prizes to stand out students Digital log books will be sent out for them to complete during their experience All sessions will be taking place on Zoom (so a laptop, tablet or phone will be needed) This work experience program if FREE and places will be allocated on a first come first serve basis (ONLY 300 PLACES).
To book on, you will need to register your interest following the below link.
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Barclays offer a virtual work experience online to gives you a unique opportunity to gain work experience in a company that you might not normally get access to while highlighting the essential skills you might need.
You’ll get to see the inner workings of a ‘digital transformation’ agency, and actively work with different departments on one exciting project, helping them solve problems and complete real-life tasks.
As part of the experience you’ll also see lots of tips as well as links through to other LifeSkills content. These are designed to help you learn how best to deal with situations you may come across in the workplace. By clicking on the links you’ll get the most out of your Virtual Work Experience and learn more about the vital skills you’ll need in the workplace.
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Get into Accounting with PwC:
29th September, 4pm – 5pm Careers in Accounting (workshops, Q&A + an overview of PwC opportunities) What it’s like working for a Big 4 firm Parents and guardians are also welcome to join https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/H2C65G8 Get into Technology with PwC:
30th September, 4pm – 5pm Careers in Technology (workshops, Q&A + an overview of PwC opportunities) Cyber security, AI, robotics and all things tech! What it’s like working for a Big 4 firm Parents and guardians are also welcome to join https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/HJJSDMV EY Apprenticeships and Work Experience Programs are NOW OPEN!
Some really exciting news, EY have opened up their apprenticeships and their paid work experience applications and are the first huge global brand to do so in the school leaver space.
They are the first Big 4 firm to get going for their 2021 job opportunities and are the only company that allows for re applications within 6 months so you can technically apply 2 times in the same academic year if unsuccessful the first time!
First assessment centres are taking place in early October and offers could be with you by Christmas time. When students apply it’s really important they select Young Professionals in their applications when promoted too under the partnerships tab as we have some really great fast tracks in place as well as a continued support and help system to all students that enter in the application process.
Link is here below for you to apply
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EY Webinar Details:
£40 billion accountancy and professional services firm Fast Track offers for all attendees on the webinar when you select Young Professionals on your application under the partnerships tab! Y12 / S5 paid Summer 2021 Work Experience / Y13 / S6 Degree Apprenticeship Opportunities Bring your parents along too so they can find out what it could be like for you working in one of the biggest companies in the world! Starting salaries for apprentices are in the region of £20,000 LIMITED PLACES Click here to book on and confirm your spot!
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