Upcoming Events

Business Management with PwC

Tuesday 31st March, 5–6pm

Over this 1-hour session, students will gain exposure to PwC and their flagship Flying Start Start Business Management Programmes. You’ll earn a degree from a top university, guaranteed placements at PwC across your studies, and a job offer once you have graduated! It’s a fantastic fast track to a career at PwC.

• Learn about PwC’s Flying Start Business Management, and gain a head start into professional services.
• Step into a full-time role.
• Engage in structured study sessions organised in 8-week learning blocks. This approach lets you blend academic insights with practical business experience, setting a strong foundation for your future.
• Hear from professionals and ambassadors about their experiences and career journeys.
• PWC offer Flying Start Business Management degree programme based at Ulster University Business School.
• You’ll be paid a highly competitive salary of £27,800 per annum from day one.
• Your tuition fees are fully funded for the degree programme.

This event will inspire and empower the next generation of professionals by providing valuable career insights, networking opportunities, and practical guidance on the next steps in your business and accounting career journey.

To apply and secure your place, click here.

Computer Science careers

Tuesday 14th April, 5–7pm (Zoom)

This virtual event is designed specifically for Year 12 and 13 students interested in computer science and tech-related careers or Degrees at University.

What to expect:

• Discover the possibilities a Computer Science Degree can open up.
• Hear directly from our Head of Computer Science, experienced academics and current students.
• Take part in high-energy, hands-on activities that spark ideas, encourage collaboration and test their skills.

Session activities will include:

• Mini hackathon challenge to brush up on Python coding skills.
• Cyber skills challenges via HackTheBox.
• Developing web applications with Python and Django.
• Exploring vibe coding and no-code programming.

Alongside these activities, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions, share ideas, and hear first-hand experiences from students and staff in the department. The session is designed to be interactive, practical, and fun, with a mix of discussion, creative problem-solving, and short engaging challenges.

Click here to register and secure your place.

Business & Accounting work experience day

Wednesday 15th April, 10–12.30pm, Leeds

This Easter Work Experience Programme with BDO is for Year 12 and 13 students interested in business or accounting.

Taking place at the Leeds office this Easter break, if successful on the programme, you will also get a fast-track to an assessment centre, which can lead to a Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6/7 qualification) or graduate position at the firm.

Over the session, you’ll network with BDO experts, gain exposure to their business, and take part in sessions that bring their exciting, varied roles to life. The day will be held at their offices in Leeds. If you enjoy the day and could see yourself working at BDO, there will be the potential to be fast-tracked to the next stage of our hiring process for a School Leaver or Graduate Programme if you decide to go down this route.

Places will fill up fast, so please do apply ASAP if you’d like to make the most of this opportunity. Please note that you will need to submit a formal application on the BDO website and take an online test.

To apply, click here.

Interpreting and translation careers

25–26th June, 9–2pm (remote)
Application deadline: Friday 22nd May

Interested in Languages? Explore a Career in Interpreting and Translation!

Communication connects us all and it’s at the heart of everything we do. Join Dals for an exciting 2-day Virtual Work Experience and discover how language skills can open doors to meaningful careers.

Dals supports vital services across the healthcare sector, private organisations, the police, and more – helping people communicate when it matters most.

What to expect:

• A 2-day virtual placement
• Meet Dals employees and learn about their roles
• Discover real career pathways in interpreting and translation
• Connect with other like-minded students
• Work on an employer-set project
• Receive a certificate to boost your CV

Eco-Innovation and STEM Careers

7–8 July, 10–2.30pm (remote)

At this 2-day virtual work experience, students design solutions to environmental challenges while building teamwork, creativity and problem-solving skills. By joining STEM Ambassadors, students will explore the biggest environmental challenges facing our planet and be part of the solution.

You’ll work in teams to design an invention that solves a real environmental issue. Along the way, you’ll think like real innovators, considering funding, environmental impact, culture and cutting-edge technology.

• Earn a certificate to strengthen your CV or personal statement
• Explore real STEM careers and learn about different job roles
• Gain industry-relevant knowledge you won’t get in the classroom
• Receive feedback from professionals to help you improve and grow

Whether you’re curious about STEM or already planning your future career, this experience will challenge you, inspire you, and help you stand out.

British Airways Work Experience

Applications open: Wednesday 7th January 2026, for an opportunity between April–July 2026 

Work experience programmes at British Airways aim to inspire the next generation of talent by giving students a taste of work and the aviation industry. Work experience can come in lots of different shapes and forms and is a useful stepping-stone between education and starting your career.

You can find out more about British Airways work experience opportunities by clicking here.

Work Experience Insight Days 

Insights Days are 1 day in-person experiences allowing students to gain first-hand experience of working for British Airways. The days include activities, Q&A panels, workshops, tours, guest speakers and more! ​Insight Days are a perfect introduction to Work Experience at British Airways and can open your eyes to the different departments and roles on offer.

To apply, click here and sign up to Speedbird Z as a user. Go to ‘Opportunities’ and review our upcoming Insight Days. Select the Insight Day that appeals to you the most and click ‘Apply’. This will take you to an application form, which will need to be submitted before the closing date

Work Experience Placements 

Work Experience placements allow students to delve deep into specific areas of British Airways and gain an insight into behind-the-scenes activity. Placements are usually 3–4 days long and include activities, tours, employability sessions and project work. Work Experience Placements are an excellent next step after attending an Insight Day where you are able to further your knowledge in your chosen area of the business.

• To apply, click here and sign up to Speedbird Z as a user.
• Go to Modules’ then ‘Work Experience at BA’.
• Complete the initial ‘Work Experience at BA’ task to understand more about the programme and eligibility to apply.
• Complete the ‘Introduction to…’ tasks to learn more about each area of BA that you can do work experience in.
• Further details on how to apply and how to complete your application form are found at the end of each task.

Legal careers in the insurance industry

Tuesday 23rd June, 9.30–3pm, Liverpool

If you are curious about the intersection of legal practice and the insurance sector, this immersive half-day experience will introduce you to the difference roles within insurance and how they interconnect with the legal sector.

• Understand the Legal Backbone of Insurance: Delve into how legal frameworks underpin insurance operations, from drafting policies to handling claims and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Engage with Experts: Interact with Insurance Claims Clerk, Claims Examiner, Insurance Appraiser, Insurance Investigator, paralegals and from DWF and Aviva, gaining insights into their daily responsibilities and the challenges they navigate.
• Hands-On Legal Scenarios: Participate in interactive activities that simulate real-world legal situations in insurance, enhancing your problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Explore Diverse Legal Roles: Learn about various legal career paths within insurance, including roles in corporate law, compliance, litigation, and risk management.

To apply, and find out more, click here.

Sellafield work experience opportunity

This is something for Year 12 students to think ahead when applying for work placements in the new year.

The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) is one of Europe’s largest research organisations supporting scientists and engineers and running experiments around the UK and worldwide. Activities carried out cover a wide range of science, engineering and technology, including materials
science, engineering and instrumentation, particle physics, space science, accelerator-based technologies, information technology and computer
science.

Daresbury Laboratory, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory and UK Astronomy Technology Centre offer work experience placements to students each year, many from local schools and around the country. As far as possible they are placed depending on their interests indicated on the
application form.

This website provides more details about the programme in general.

Year 13 NHS Finance Insights placement scheme

The NHS Finance Insights placement scheme offers paid work experience in NHS organisations to individuals aged 18 and above, who do not plan to attend university and come from low-income families.

The scheme aims to attract diverse talent from local communities served by the NHS into the finance sector. It provides a 12-month experience in an entry-level (band 2) finance role, allowing candidates to develop new skills and gain on-the-job work experience. Upon completion of the placement, each candidate should feel well-prepared to apply for NHS opportunities, including apprenticeships or other entry-level roles, and be confident in transitioning to professional working environments.

To find out more about entry requirements and download the scheme brochure, click here.

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