Virtual
Met Office Careers - Forecasting Your Future
Job sector
Science & ResearchReady to take your experience offline?
Unlock the door to in-person work experiences by completing this Virtual Work Experience programme.
Students of ages 13-18 (and 18+ SEND students) are welcome to apply
Certificate of completion
Over 10 hours worth of content
Overview
In this Virtual Work Experience programme, we'll guide you through the diverse careers available at the Met Office, helping you visualise some of the job opportunities that your skills and talent could lead to in the future. But that's not all! Completing this work experience won't just provide you with valuable insights into Met Office careers; it also opens up the exclusive opportunity for you to apply for an in-person work experience with the Met Office!
What’s Included
In this virtual work experience programme, you’ll explore the extensive career opportunities the Met Office can provide, their individual entry routes and various skill sets. You’ll take part in quizzes and thought-provoking activities, all while having the opportunity to chat with Met Office employees along the way!
Introduction to the Met Office
In this introductory module, we’ll hear all about the Met Office, including its history, strategy and values. We’ll cover topics such as sustainability and equality, diversity and inclusion. Here, you’ll reflect on your own values, to see if you’d be a good fit at the Met Office.
Science, Engineering and Forecasting
Technology, Cyber Security and Data Science
Customer and Stakeholder Management, Communications and Industry Training
Careers, Opportunities and Pathways
Employability
Available dates
Programme dates
2nd September 2024 - 1st December 2025