The Careers Newsletter March 2022

Careers Newsletter March 2022 Edition

March 2022 Edition In this newsletter I will share current careers opportunities which are accurate as of the day it is sent out. I do not recommend companies or courses, but facilitate these for your information. You will find that there are currently a great number of virtual resources available, including virtual open days, work experiences and insight events of which you will find further details below. This listing is not exhaustive, so please do use the links to carry out your own research into current opportunities and resources.

The Careers Lunch programme has started for students in Years 11 – 13. Students are sent a sign-up form during the week prior to the lunch date.

Individual Careers meetings with Y11 students are ongoing.

The Careers Office is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays during term time.

Insight events and Open Day • University taster course programmes 2022 University of London Taster Courses are short courses at participating universities in and around London. They are designed for school students, usually in Year 12, to get an insight into studying a particular subject or subject area at university: www.london.ac.uk/tasters • UCAS Open Day listing Research your options, meet unis, colleges and employers face-to-face, and get your questions answered at University Open Days.

It's a good idea to talk about your higher education options in person.

UCAS events and course provider open days give you the chance to ask questions and to see what's available. If you can't visit in person, you could go to a virtual open day. https://www.ucas.com/ucas/events/find/type/open-day • Investin careers experience programmes InvestIn summer programmes offer the ultimate, immersive experience of some of the world’s most desirable careers. Highlights include: • Architecture: complete design projects in a real studio • Art: present your portfolio to a panel of top artists • Dentistry: drill teeth on phantom heads • Engineering: take apart a petrol engine with F1 engineers • Entrepreneurship: pitch a business plan to top CEOs • Filmmaking: direct a movie scene on a real film set • Forensic Science: explore a simulated crime scene • Investment Banking: trade the markets live in a London skyscraper • Law: argue a case before a judge in the Supreme Court • Medicine: shadow doctors in a London teaching hospital • Politics: design an election campaign and attend a reception with MPs • Psychology: carry out patient consultations in a simulated clinic • Software Engineering: create your own app from start to finish • Veterinary Medicine: examine and diagnose real animals • Video Game Design: design a game and pitch to industry leaders

Online resources and events • Unifrog Wellingborough School students are subscribed to the careers software platform Unifrog which also encompasses vApprenticeships and Further Education colleges in the UK, as well as US and Canadian universities, and degrees taught in English in Europe, Asia, and Australasia.

Unifrog can help students and teachers with the whole application process - from deciding on a subject area and writing application essays or teacher recommendations, to building an application and sending it.

Unifrog’s aim is to bring all the available information and resources into a single, impartial, user-friendly platform that helps students to make the best choices, and submit the strongest applications.

Students in Year 7 – 13 can sign in with their school email address: https://www.unifrog.org/ • InvestIN events for parents InvestIN runs a series of bespoke, free-of-charge events for parents specifically designed to help enhance students' career potential. This term’s schedule includes sessions on how to break into medicine, learning leadership skills, launching a career to fight climate change and much more.

Events for Parents | InvestIN • Debate chamber online insight courses Debate Chamber offers a range of fun and challenging academic events for students aged 11-18, giving participants the opportunity to explore some fascinating subjects in a more sophisticated way than is often available at school. Whatever your interests, from Philosophy to Physics, Debate Chamber courses focus on developing intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and the desire and ability to pursue ideas independently. https://debatechamber.com/online-events-calendar/ • Success at school webinar – Making a successful application to study health courses. When? Wednesday 30th March at 6.30pm.

So, now you’ve decided you want to study a health course, how do you perfect your application and give yourself the best possible chance of success? Join Success at School on 30th March, where experts will provide you with essential hints and tips on writing an outstanding personal statement, how to avoid common application pitfalls, and how to perform well at interview.

Register now to find out how you can maximise your chances of success in applying for health courses at university! Register now • Mypath - Science, why bother?

The ‘Science, Why Bother?’ resource aims to help show students the explicit links between the science curriculum and the world of work. www.mypathcareersuk.com/science-why-bother

Work experience There are many high-profile companies who offer an insight into their business for 16 to 18-year-old A level students. Experiences can range from 1 day to 2 weeks. Please find some tips below to help you with your research. Please find links through to companies who offer placements at the following websites: http://www.studentladder.co.uk/Work-Experience/work-experience.html Please find some Work Experience ideas at the following website: https://www.allaboutcareers.com/work-experience/work-experience-ideas/ You will also find some useful tips and links at the following website: https://www.allaboutcareers.com/careers-advice/work-experience • The parents guide to virtual work experience - Listing Please find a listing of companies who offer Virtual Work Experience Opportunities at the following link: https://www.theparentsguideto.co.uk/post/virtual-work-experience • Springpod virtual work experience Springpod is a careers platform where you can experience the world of work and university before applying. Whether you’re considering university or getting set for the world of work, they have you covered. Springpod enables you to explore a range of interactive virtual experiences in various industries and course areas to get you started. https://www.springpod.com/virtual-work-experience/search • The Forage virtual work experience The Forage offer bite-sized 5-6 hour virtual work experience programs that give students a genuine career advantage with Fortune 500 companies. https://www.theforage.com/

Study abroad advice • A star future provides information and guidance to British students looking to pursue their undergraduate studies abroad. https://www.astarfuture.co.uk/

Alternatives to University University is not the right choice for everyone so if you are unsure it is worth looking into the alternatives. Apprenticeships are for young people of all abilities who want to get into the world of work and gain skills, experience and qualifications on the job. With an Apprenticeship you earn while you learn. Some even lead to a degree.

There are a huge variety of Apprenticeships and School Leaver Programmes available across England offered by leading businesses of all sizes, including household names such as Lloyds Banking Group, Rolls Royce, BBC, IBM, Unilever and Airbus.

• Apprenticeships You will find the official government page for Apprenticeships at: https://www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/apprentices

• Rate my Apprenticeship has produced a very good comprehensive guide for school leavers: These guides are designed to help students consider their options after they finish A levels providing information on Apprenticeships, Degree Apprenticeships, traineeships, gap year programmes and work experience opportunities. It includes a wide range of CV and application advice too. To download your free ‘A School Leaver’s Guide to Career Options’: https://www.ratemyapprenticeship.co.uk/advice/guide-to-career-options-2022 • Degree Apprenticeship guide The Scholarship Hub has produced an online guide to Degree Apprenticeships which gives the pros and cons of Degree Apprenticeships and outlines the 14 different industry sectors currently offering Degree Apprenticeships. For more information, go to: https://www.thescholarshiphub.org.uk/degree-apprenticeships/guide/overview • NOTGOINGTOUNI.COM – Parents and Carers Apprenticeship Guide Not Going To Uni understand how challenging it can be to support your child in making informed decisions about their future career. It’s important that both of you are aware of all the options and the support available. https://www.notgoingtouni.co.uk/parent • Target careers Target Careers have an up-to-date listing of Apprenticeships and School Leaver Jobs which you can find here: https://targetcareers.co.uk/apprenticeships-and-school-leaver-jobs • BBC Trainee Schemes and Apprenticeships Opportunities for BBC Trainee Schemes and Apprenticeships are now open, you may not find them listed in the above search tools; please use this link to find out more: https://www.bbc.co.uk/careers/trainee-schemes-and-apprenticeships

Careers companies to watch Please find below a list of companies who run a number of exciting opportunities and resources. I suggest that you register your interest and/or follow on social media the ones that are of interest to you: • EDT Insight into University (previously known as Headstart & Inspire) is a comprehensive on-line course allowing students to experience STEM studies at university and the career opportunities that these subjects lead to. It will provide access to information on university and student life, STEM projects and activities set by leading UK universities and global STEM companies, first year undergraduate lectures, live interactive sessions with academics, admissions tutors, employers and current students: https://www.etrust.org.uk/insight-into-university • Bio-Grad Lab courses (A Level and DofE Gold Residential Courses) BioGrad offer practical laboratory and clinical skills short courses to support university applications for A level students. BioGrad have developed a range of short courses that offer practical training in specific techniques. A level courses which can be used to satisfy Gold DofE requirements are Laboratory Skills, Clinical Skills and Medical Research and Assessed Practical Courses.

Visit https://www.biograd.co.uk/biograd-courses.php for the courses available.

• MEDLINK MedLink offer a number of courses, fairs and resources to support your route into training to become a health professional. Please visit https://medlink-uk.net/ to find out more.

• The Medic Portal Join hundreds of thousands of aspiring medics and start using The Medic Portal for free today.

TMP is the definitive 'Get into Medicine' resource - created by doctors and officially partnered with the Royal Society of Medicine.

TMP provides top quality, free information and advice on everything from deciding on medicine and choosing a med school, through to UKCAT, BMAT and medical school interviews. Start using the Free Application Guide today.

Alongside the constantly updated free content and popular blogs, TMP also offer a range of online and in-person learning opportunities. Visit the Medic Portal website for further information - https://www.themedicportal.com/ • The Lawyer Portal The Lawyer Portal (TLP) aims to be the definitive resource for everyone considering a career in law, whatever their stage or background. TLP are officially partnered with the Bar Council and the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx).

TLP offers free, step-by-step guides, innovative online learning, courses, conferences and bespoke tutoring packages. For further information, visit TLP website - https://www.thelawyerportal.com • Target careers TARGETcareers is here to help school leavers make decisions about their future. Explore options for careers, university or Apprenticeships and get help applying successfully.

TARGETcareers UK | careers help and advice for school leavers • Success at school Success at School is the place for young people to explore careers, get the lowdown on top employers, and search for the latest jobs, courses and advice.

Get career smart and Register today!