Careers Advice for Young People in Youth Friendly Wolverhampton

Are you a young person in Youth Friendly Wolverhampton looking for careers advice and support with next steps? We’re here to help.

Get careers help with Wolves Workbox

If you’re a young person living in Wolverhampton, the Wolves Workbox is your first stop for help with career ideas, employment, training and next steps. You’ll get support with finding a job, including help with completing application forms, and also interview practice (how great is that!). You can also benefit from employer links and exclusive vacancies.

Black Country Careers Hub

As well as the Wolves Workbox, you can visit the Black Country Careers Hub (or call them on 01384 471139). They offer a range of resources including help with careers, apprenticeships, and starting your own business.

Youth Employment UK Careers Hub

The Careers Hub on Youth Employment UK offers:

• Career ideas (with tips on how to get your foot in the door)
• Inspiration (if you’re not sure what to do next)
• Free online Young Professional training you can use like a skills-building gym
• Apprenticeships info…

… and more.

Lifepilot – Helping adults into higher level study

Lifepilot offers a bunch of really helpful resources if you’re:

• Interested in an apprenticeship
• Want a Job/Career change
• Looking for retraining after COVID
• Wanting to get back into work after childcare/unemployment

Along with many more pages to help you progress in the world of work/study. See for yourself here!

Who else can help you figure out your career options?

• The Work Coach at your nearest local Jobcentre Plus
• Your college/university careers team
• The National Careers Service
• This handy LMI guide for The Black Country

They should all be able to help by giving you advice, answering any questions you have, and pointing you towards some exciting opportunities you might not have thought of.