Career Explorer Week: Exclusive Opportunity for Care Experienced Young People: 19-23 October 2026

An exciting opportunity for young people to gain insight into the world of work through a supported work experience programme with:

Leeds Building Society Finance & Professional Services

Mott MacDonald Engineering

Balfour Beatty Construction

DLA Piper, Addleshaw Goddard Law

CGI – IT & Technology

Participants will:

• Visit a different workplace each day as part of a supported group
• Explore a range of careers and hear from professionals about their career journeys
• Develop confidence, communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills
• Build professional networks
• Learn about job and apprenticeship opportunities, with support to apply 

The programme includes:

• Free lunch each day
• Travel costs covered, including bus passes where needed
• Staff support throughout the week
• Interactive workplace visits and activities
• Ongoing advice and guidance on career, job and apprenticeship opportunities 

Participants are expected to:

• Attend each day and arrive by 10am
• Communicate any absence or lateness
• Actively engage, ask questions and make the most of the experience
• Be willing to step outside their comfort zone and try new things

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience, build employability skills and explore future career pathways.

For more information and criteria please see attached flyer – Career Explorer Week October 2026  –  You can sign up here