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Unlocking Our Sound Heritage

Arianna – Intellectual Property Rights Workflow Officer Why did you want to work at the Library? I’ve been a workflow […]


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Case Studies: Content and Research Services

Laura – Research Services Apprentice Why did you want to work at the Library? I came into my role after […]


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Navigating 2024 with Strength and Resilience: A Guide for Young People

Do you often feel worried about the things that are going on in the world? Do you find yourself glued […]


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Retaining a Young Workforce with Better Onboarding

If you are looking to become a great employer for young people, then good hiring practices are only part of […]


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Strength-Based Recruitment: A Complete Overview

When you are recruiting prospective candidates for a job, it can be difficult to know how to narrow down all […]


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Unpaid Internships: Advice for Employers

Unpaid internships are controversial. However, they remain a common practice in many industries, with employers arguing that they can provide […]


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How to Create an Internship Programme

Internship programmes are a fantastic way for young people to obtain experience, gain valuable insights into the world of work, […]


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Work Experience: a Day in the Life of a Teacher

If you are considering teaching as a career option, gaining work experience is a great way to explore what a […]


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Staff Induction Checklist: 10 Things to Include

As the saying goes, there is only one chance to make a good first impression. This means that, when new […]


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Best Practice Guidelines for Work Experience

Work experience programmes can be a tremendously valuable opportunity for both young people and employers. They allow participants to learn […]


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Mentoring: Developing a Mentor Agreement

When done well, mentoring programmes can be a tremendously valuable addition to your organisation’s youth employment and employee development offering. […]


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Creating Training and Development Plans for Young People

Providing great employment opportunities for young people early in their career journeys requires an extra investment of time, support, and […]