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Youth Employment Week

Aged 11-30? This is your week

The 15th to the 19th of July is Youth Employment Week. This is your chance to grow your life and work skills, build on your experience - even though you may not be in training or employment yet - and get connected with people who can support you with your next steps.

Get Involved

Discover

Day one is all about discovering the amazing careers out there and available to you. Whether you’ve just started exploring or know your dream job, there are many ways to get to where you want to be. Combine your interests with careers and kickstart your journey to discovery. Look through our resources to get started!

Career Guides

Apprenticeships

Careers Quiz

Build

The skills you build are as important for work as having the right qualifications. That’s why day two is all about taking your skills to the next level. Join us as we explore ways to boost your skills confidence and show off your talent to potential employers. Check out our free online courses and resources!

Young Professional Courses and Virtual Work Experience

CV Advice

Job Hunting Advice

Grow

Want a promotion? Seeking to expand your horizons? Connecting with professionals is the key to elevating your career to new heights. Supercharge your skills and harness the power of networking to unlock new opportunities, as Youth Employment Week day three is all about growing in your career.

Negotiating Salary

Networking Tips

Lifelong Learning

Explore

Youth Friendly Employers are here to help – they’re dedicated to providing fantastic jobs and unforgettable experiences. Whether you want to launch your career or to explore something new, there’s an exciting opportunity waiting for you. Browse our Opportunity Finder and Youth Friendly Employers below!

Discover youth-friendly jobs and opportunities

Celebrate

This week we’ve explored everything you need to unleash your full potential. As Youth Employment Week 2024 comes to a close, we want to celebrate young people excelling in their careers. Read through our success stories below, and share yours with your network to celebrate all things youth employment.

Discover Success Stories

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We want to hear how you’re getting involved with Youth Employment Week, follow us on your favourite social media platforms and share your story with us.