Work

Work

---

So you may have just left school or college. If you’re not planning to stay in full-time education, you’re probably hoping to get a job. But how do you choose, and find, the right job for you?

I want information on...

Work resources

Links to useful resources that will help you with issues related to work and how to find a job. Please see the Let's talk about getting a job brochure for further details.

Before getting a job

Before getting a job you will need to get yourself prepared, this may include writing a CV, filling in applications forms and learning some interview skills.

Looking for work

How do you choose, and find, the right job for you?

Work experience

Work experience will give you the opportunity to try out jobs to discover if it is something you would like to do longer term.

Work with training

If you would prefer not to study full-time but to earn and learn then think about work-based learning. This gives you the chance to gain a qualification while working.

Starting your own business

It is never too early to find out more about starting your own business and there are a number of organisations and websites who can help.

Gap Year

Advice on how to safely plan your year out and choose the gap year or career break programme which best suits you.

Working abroad

Working abroad could fund your traveling. Visiting different countries can provide you with opportunities and let you experience new cultures.

If you’re a young person with learning difficulties or difficulties the 4US website has widget publications to download and the Trans-active website goes through a transition interview with a Connexions PA.

---

Page updated: Monday, March 10, 2008 6:21 PM