Opportunity Board

The BAE Systems Rochester Work Experience runs from 16 to 20 March 2026 for Year 10 and 11 students. Across the week, you’ll join team‑building activities, tour the site, visit the simulator, and rotate through business functions. The programme ends with presentations, giving you confidence and insight into future careers. Apply early, as places may close before the deadline.

The Business & Technology Smart Futures programme offers paid work experience, skills training, and mentoring for young people. Over the placement, you’ll explore how businesses use technology to solve problems, take part in team activities, and learn directly from professionals. The programme is designed to build confidence, employability skills, and awareness of career pathways in business and tech, regardless of your prior experience or grades.

Framestore’s Launchpad Insights programme offers students hands‑on work experience in visual effects. Over the placement, you’ll gain practical exposure to industry tools, learn how creative teams bring ideas to life, and explore career pathways in film, television, and immersive media. The programme is designed to help young people kickstart their future by building skills, confidence, and insight into one of the world’s leading creative studios.

Curious about becoming a commercial pilot? Watch the Speedbird Pilot Academy 2025 Webinar on-demand to explore training opportunities, hear insider tips from British Airways pilots, and get expert advice from their recruitment team.

Clifford Chance ACCESS is a free, two-year development programme for Year 12 students from underrepresented backgrounds, offering paid and unpaid opportunities to explore careers in law, build key skills, and receive tailored support.

The PwC Virtual Insight Programme is a three‑day online experience in July 2026 designed for school and college students. It helps you build application skills, business awareness, and confidence while exploring career interests. You’ll learn about PwC’s work and emerging technologies, hear from employees who joined through different pathways, and gain tips from recruiters on making a strong impression. The programme is a great way to discover future options – whether you’re considering apprenticeships, university, or entering the world of work.

This in‑person event is for Year 12, Year 13, and college students interested in financial services. Attendees will gain insight into Rothschild & Co’s global advisory, wealth management, and asset management divisions, while exploring career pathways through case studies, analyst Q&As, and application tips.

Step into the world of digital business consultancy with CACI through this immersive virtual work experience. Discover how data, tech, and talent drive global innovation. If you’re curious about tech careers and want to see where you fit in, this is your chance!

Apply for a one-week work experience placement with the British Red Cross in areas like marketing, HR, finance, or international development. Open to students aged 15–18. Includes certificate and reference.