Resource Pack: Work Experience Guide
with Futures For All
Work experience can be a valuable opportunity to explore careers, build confidence and develop an understanding of what working life is really like. But finding an opportunity and knowing how to approach it can sometimes feel daunting.
Created in collaboration with Futures For All, this collection of four videos supports learners through the key stages of finding and preparing for work experience – from finding the right opportunity and contacting an employer, to knowing what to expect on day one.
Not sure where to start with work experience? Bruno shares practical tips on finding companies, applying for opportunities and being realistic about what’s available, helping you take those first steps towards finding the right placement.
What kind of work experience would suit you? Sanjee helps you think about what you’re interested in, plan your options and use the UCAS careers quiz as a useful starting point for exploring different pathways.
Reaching out to a company about work experience can feel daunting. Sanjee breaks down how to approach employers and what to include in your email, helping you feel more confident about making that first contact.
What should you expect on your first day of work experience? Join Esra as she gets ready for her placement, sharing what she’s doing to prepare and giving you a glimpse of what your own first day might look like.