Take the first step into the world of work

“Without Career Ready I would not have had these life-changing opportunities”

A mentor from the world of work Practical advice on CVs and applications The chance to develop key skills and confidence Work experience and opportunities

“I’m really grateful to my mentor who gave me valuable knowledge that helped me throughout my internship at ITV. Thanks to that experience I’ve now gained a part-time job there.” Rana Muhammad Zubair, Career Ready student, Salford City College “Michelle made a huge impact on me – she helped me realise that university isn’t the only route to success and gave me a taste of what the world of work is like.” Eve Harrison, Career Ready student, Belfast Metropolitan College

“When I first started sixth form I had very little idea of what I wanted to do. The programme completely changed my career path. “During my internship I was the only girl on the construction site, screaming at the men to get their helmets on. I loved it.” Caitlin Sillitoe, Career Ready student from Liverpool, now studying to be a quantity surveyor with BAM Construction

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“Before Career Ready I didn't have any real experience of the professional world. “After my internship with they offered me a full time role after I finish my studies. Having job security after uni will ease some of the pressure to find work as a graduate.” - Scott Baker, Career Ready graduate from Archbishop Sentamu Academy, Hull, and AstraZeneca STEM Student of the Year winner 2016 for Technology

“Before the programme I had little confidence, lacked self belief and I didn’t enjoy speaking to new people. I intended to leave school and I had little interest in going onto higher education or university. “Without Career Ready I may have ended up doing a job that didn’t reflect my true potential. Career Ready is the opportunity that just keeps on giving.” Ryan Thorne, student at Holyrood Roman Catholic School and Sir Winfried Bischoff Student of the Year 2016

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“My internship at Costain Skanska JV gave me first-hand experience of the world of work. “Thanks to Career Ready I’ve been lucky enough to gain a place on a degree funded apprenticeship programme at Costain. I’ve now got a strong foundation on which to build my future.” Yehya Hawila, Career Ready student, Paddington Academy in London

Do you want to explore your options after your studies? Have you got the motivation to commit to the programme throughout your sixth form, alongside your studies? Will you make the most of a mentor and meet with them, in their workplace, regularly? Are you willing to be proactive to take up the opportunities that the programme provides? Will you commit your summer holidays to completing work placements? Will you be Career Ready?

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Get Career Ready. Apply today. Ask your Coordinator how to apply on the website.