Students in Years 9-11 based in the North East England

In this module we'll understand how nurses work in the NHS and the different types of fields nurses can go into from Emergency Nurse Practitioners to learning disability nursing. In this module's activity, you will take a closer look at two of a nurse’s responsibilities: listening closely to their patients and managing their patients' fluids and nutrition. 

Nursing

Here, we'll cover the world of medicine, medical specialties and motivations for studying medicine. We'll even explain career opportunities available and routes to entry. In this module’s activity, you'll to listen to an audio recording of a patient, it's your task to note down their history and everything that you think is relevant to the patient’s diagnosis.

Medicine

This module aims to teach you about the different pillars of sustainability: environmental, social and economic and how they can have an affect on each other. We'll also highlight the United Nations' 17 sustainable development goals that are intended to be achieved by the year 2030, a big task!

Allied Health Professionals

In this module we'll give you an overview of the non-clinical roles available, you'll also be introduced to a range of non-clinical professionals working for the Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. In this module's activity, you will practise your customer service skills and use the NHS’s careers portal to research non-clinical roles.

Non-Clinical Roles

*This programme is not currently open for applications.*

Have you found yourself drawn to the idea of a career helping others? Maybe you're fascinated by the body and medicine? Of course there's roles in social care and mental health too! Dive in to this online programme with Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and boost your CV with surgical precision.

Students in Years 9-13 based in the North East England

Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are giving you the unique opportunity to discover what a career in healthcare is like during this Virtual Work Experience programme. The programme will give you an overview of what a career in healthcare can offer, looking specifically at Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery, Clinical Psychology, Allied Health Professionals and non-clinical roles.

You’ll earn a certificate if you complete the programme.

You’ll get practical skills and knowledge.

Add the experience to your CV and Personal Statement.

This module will provide you with an introduction to real estate - from what it is to some of the biggest myths about the sector. Not only that, but you’ll also learn more about JLL and the Metaverse - including how we could use the Metaverse in real estate. You’ll take part in some fun activities in this module, such as looking at the property lifecycle.

Introduction to Real Estate

What is sustainability? Through a series of ‘sustainability spotlights’ and a webinar with industry professionals, you’ll learn all about sustainability in real estate and its growth in this module.

Sustainability

From negotiating deals (and having a go at this yourself!) to sustainability in the area, this module will provide you with a greater insight into transaction management in real estate. You’ll also hear from some transaction management professionals!

Transaction Management

How can we build the foundations for a greener future? This module will explore this question and more... You’ll be introduced to projects in real estate and the various branches you could work in, before putting your project management knowledge into practice with a planning activity.

Projects

This module will introduce you to facilities management in real estate. You’ll learn more about the various functions within facilities management and examples of it around the world. You’ll also learn more about careers and opportunities in this area, before getting the chance to hear directly from industry experts in facilities management in a webinar.

Facilities Management

There's a lot to consider when leading real estate - but what does this involve? In this module, you’ll explore the area in more detail, including how to lead a small business. After learning more in a webinar, you’ll complete the module with a hands-on project - where you’ll get to use Minecraft to build an innovative structure for the future.

Leading Real Estate

This module will give you a better understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion. As well as learning more about JLL and Meta’s inclusive design practices, you’ll also get the chance to explore some of the fantastic work being done in local communities before creating your own initiative for your community.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

You’ve probably heard of ‘real estate’, but do you know what it means? In this virtual work experience programme, JLL and Meta will introduce you to the world of real estate and the exciting opportunities within it. Through the lens of written, interactive and video content, you’ll work through a series of online modules to build your understanding of this industry...

From sustainability and running real estate to how you could use the Metaverse in the sector, this programme will introduce you to the world of real estate - an industry that is all about creating innovative spaces for people to thrive in. You’ll have the chance to take part in quizzes and activities(including one that uses Minecraft!)to put your skills and knowledge to the test. What’s more, you’ll even have the chance to hear from leading industry experts along the way, and reflect on everything you learn. You’ll also get the chance to take home some Meta swag for completing this programme!

You’ll meet professionals in live workshops and be able to ask them questions.

You’ll complete activities and work assignments to develop skills and knowledge.

Complete all work and assignments at times that are suitable to you.

Thank you for taking the time to create this programme. The volunteers on the live sessions were all really nice and down to earth which was really good to hear proper experiences in this industry, without sugar coating or hiding anything. To the people who made this project brief and stuff for us: I really enjoyed it and I thought it was the perfect topic and it's nice to bring more awareness and knowledge of this subject to more people!
Also all the videos were really nice on this programme. Very full of life and engaging!

Rhea

Thank you for providing opportunity for young people like me who had no previous exposure to the industry/ This programme has some great elements that differentiates itself with other work experience providers. The programmeg particularly focuses on ourselves: our confidence, our skills and what we want to do in the future rather than just the work opportunities available and how to get there. I've really enjoyed this programme and hope there would be more opportunities into this specific field

Thank you very much for this experience. This sector sounds fascinating and I will definitely explore more. During and after lockdown, my opportunities for work experience were completely erased. But thank to this wonderful virtual work experience, I am able to gather crucial experience to write down on my CV and personal statement. Thank you once again!

Evan

This module will introduce the speciality of cardiology. You’ll learn about the role and responsibilities of a cardiologist and the common procedures and interventions they perform, before applying your knowledge in an activity centred on anatomy. 

Introduction to Cardiology

It’s your chance to meet, learn from and question students who are on their way to becoming cardiologists.

Meet the Medical Students

In this module, we’ll take you through every step along the journey to cardiology, including medical school applications, medical school, foundation training and speciality training.

How to Become a Doctor

This programme is for those who want to learn about the cardiology speciality in detail. You’ll come away with a thorough understanding of cardiology as well as the tools you need to pursue it as a career path. 
You’ll get to meet and question medical students from the Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Trust, and you’ll witness a live surgery!

The programme is open to students in Years 12-13 based in the North East England

Newcastle Hospitals Cardiology Insight Programme

This programme is packed full with valuable content! We cover the Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Trust, the cardiology speciality, and the pathway to becoming a doctor. 

Years 10-13, applicants must live within 10 miles of one of the following stations: Inverness, Aberdeen, Glasgow Central, Edinburgh Waverley, Sunderland, Newcastle, Durham, Middlesborough, York, Leeds, Bradford, Doncaster, Lincoln, Peterborough, London King's Cross or St. Pancras.

In this introductory module LNER will tell you who they are, introduce you to the East Coast Mainline that they operate and  give you an overview of their business.

Introduction to London North Eastern Railway (LNER)

Almost every sector needs to be innovative and digitally savvy nowadays, especially transport. In this module LNER will take you through how they stay ahead of the game and on top of industry trends as well as how they are using technology to innovate their operations.

Digital and Innovation

Transport networks are unique in that they physically touch many communities and move thousands of customers on a daily basis. LNER of course understand how crucial it is to nurture and sustain a positive relationship with customers and communities.This module will dive into exactly how that's done.

Communications, Customers and Communities

This module looks at the engine of the business. How do the operational roles at London North Eastern Railway keep the business ticking over, ensure smooth journeys and delight customers? You'll find this out and more.

Operational Roles

As the world recognises the importance of more efficient transport the future of rail is bright! London North Eastern Railway operate the East Coast main line and are focussed on innovating the industry. If you're intrigued by a career in rail there's no better place to learn about all the different sides of the business like digital and communications, operations and technology. Full steam ahead for your career!

Students in years 10-13 or S3-S6 are welcome to apply

We've worked with some awesome employers on LNER Tomorrow's Talent. Check out some of our speakers.

Get on the right track to a career in rail

In this programme you'll be introduced to LNER and what they do. You'll explore their use of technology and pushes for innovation as well as the importance of roles in communication to customers and communities and the operations side of the business. The modules in this programme will combine to give you an in depth of overview of the rail industry and make you aware of potential career paths.

You’ll earn a certificate if you complete the
programme.

This programme is open to students that are aged between 14-25 years old, and live in South East England.

We have joined forces with Health Education England to bring students an Nursing online work-related learning programme. The programme will provide an overview of what a career in Nursing can offer, as well as develop key skills for the profession. There’s also the opportunity to hear from NHS professionals, learn about their day to day work, as well as about the different areas of Nursing and complete assignments. Upon completion, participants are awarded a certificate, which can be useful for CVs, Personal Statements and interviews.

This programme links to careers in: healthcare, nursing, social care, therapy and more. Subjects such as Biology, Health and Social Care and Social Sciences link well to a career in Nursing. An awareness of the NHS Core Values and skills such as compassion, a desire to help and team work are all essential.

Students in years 10-13 and who live in South-East of England are welcome to apply

Health Education England Nursing & Midwifery Online Work-Related Learning

Have you ever thought about sound - how it shapes us and our environment, and how we can affect it in turn? If so, we’ve got the programme for you! From highlighting the role of the Institute of Acoustics to providing you with an insight into how acousticians measure sound, this module will introduce you to some of the key areas, roles, and concepts within acoustics, helping you build an idea of what’s on offer! 

Introduction to Acoustics

Our world is a place that constantly adapts and changes but we need to do what we can to be responsible within it - this includes the sound around us! From looking at underwater acoustics to noise control in the environment, this module will provide you with an insight into the work of acousticians who investigate how we can protect the environment from harmful noise. 

Acoustics and the Environment

Homes, stadiums, cathedrals - all of these are vastly different spaces, and sound reacts differently in each! Despite this, they have one thing in common - acousticians will have been a significant influence on understanding how and why sound reacts differently, ensuring that the design of these structures takes sound into account. From looking at laws about acoustics in architecture to how acousticians model how sound will operate in buildings that don’t even exist yet, there’s plenty of room for people interested in this area of acoustics! 

Acoustics and Architecture

From speakers and microphones to video games, the way we experience things such as entertainment or travel can often have a lot to do with acoustics! This module will look at exactly how acousticians work in areas such as video game design, car manufacturing, and everyday innovation, to make a difference in our lives! 

Acoustics, Innovation, and Technology

Acoustics has a diverse range of areas that you can go into - one that can surprise people is healthcare! From looking at how acousticians work to diagnose and treat patients, this module shows some of the vital efforts that acousticians go to, into improving patient lives. 

Acoustics and Health

With acoustics being such a varied career area, it’s probably no surprise that there’s plenty of different pathways you can take into the field. From looking at different career opportunities and routes into acoustics, to how the Institute of Acoustics can help support you, this module will help you on the next stages of your career journey.

Getting Career Ready

Although some people might not have heard about careers in acoustics, you’ll be quite surprised to see how vast and varied these careers can be! Acoustics is a career destination filled with countless roles and unlimited opportunities, that can really resonate with your career aspirations. Sound good? Springpod and the Institute of Acoustics have partnered up to provide you with an incredible programme that’ll explore the varied world of acoustics - giving you an insight into the careers, specialisms, and opportunities available to you. 

Students in years 10-13 are welcome to apply!

Amplify Your Potential: Amazing Careers In Acoustics

This programme will cover everything from an introduction to the different areas of acoustics, to how roles in acoustics can make a significant impact in different areas of our lives. You’ll have the chance to take part in some great quizzes and amazing activities, and you’ll even have the chance to speak to leading industry experts along the way! 

Here, we'll learn how and why Investec's banking business is split into three sectors: private banking, corporate and investment banking, and the wealth and investment service. We'll also take a look at the different needs associated with private and corporate clients. In this module's activity, you'll write an email to attract a high net-worth individual to Investec private banking service.

Specialist Banking Business

What makes a successful investment, wouldn't you like to know? Well in this module you'll hear all about the strategies and factors to consider when investing. In this module's activity you'll act as Investec’s investment manager, taking a look at clients interests/personality and advising them on how best to invest their money in a way that suits them.  

Wealth Business

In this module you'll hear about the huge part tech plays in banking and investment. You'll also learn all about fintech and how the financial industry leverages it. We're confident that by the end of this module you'll have a great foundational knowledge of fintech, so much so that In this module's activity, we want you to create and design your own fintech product!

Tech Business

You'll hear all about the career opportunities available at Investec and what to do now so your CV and cover letter stands out later! You'll also get to hear from a junior employee who is just starting their career at Investec as well as their top tips.

Working at Investec

Ever wondered why money makes the world go round? Or how to actually manage and grow wealth? Find out the answers to these questions and more with Investec's Insight Programme! Covering everything finance related from investment banking to asset management. If you're intrigued by a career in finance then apply today!

Quincey Yamoa

Elena Katsafadou

Joel Richards

We've worked with some awesome employers on our Investec Insight Programme. Check out some of our speakers.

Ever wondered why money makes the world go round?

Explore core areas of a wealth management and investing giant, including specialist banking, wealth and investment, and technology. Not only that, but also discover the range of career opportunities at the company and the importance of belonging, diversity and inclusion.

Thank you so much for hosting this programme and taking time out of your schedules to make something which allows me to learn about Investec and the services you provide. It has been extremely helpful as it has allowed me to broaden my knowledge of how a company like Investec works and what job roles and opportunities presented. 

I would like to say thank you for all the hard work you have put in, it was probably not easy to get all these guest speakers, or even to put up this whole operation, but you've done I hope you guys are very proud of yourselves for what you're doing as you're making the future of people like me, more understandable and you've helped me decide what I want to do in the future.

Divine

I am really grateful that you have taken your time out to create this programme because it has helped me get more knowledge about investment, banking and wealth management. Some of the things that were spoken about in this programme relate back to what I am learning in uni right now so it has helped me understand my uni module even better. So thank you for creating this programme.

Sajneet

We have joined forces with Health Education England to bring students an Medicine online work-related learning programme. The programme will provide an overview of what a career in Medicine can offer, as well as develop key skills for the profession. There’s also the opportunity to hear from NHS professionals, learn about their day to day work, as well as about the different areas of Medicine and complete assignments. Upon completion, participants are awarded a certificate, which can be useful for CVs, Personal Statements and interviews.

This programme links to careers such as: doctor (including many different specialisms), surgeon, psychiatrist, nurse, pharmacist and more. Subject links include: maths, biology, chemistry. Note: you don't need to study these subjects to apply for or enjoy the programme this is simply to give you an idea about which subjects tie most closely to a career in medicine.

Students in years 10-13 and who live in the South-East of England are welcome to apply

Health Education England Medicine Online Work-Related Learning

Students aged 14-18 that live in the Cumbria area are welcome to apply.

This programme will cover the Allied Health Professions in Cumbria. You'll discover different career pathways within these professions before delving into each speciality in more detail. You'll also hear more about your local Trust and community healthcare, before learning about how exactly to prepare for a career in an NHS - with a focus on the key skill of communication.

Students aged 14-18 and that live in the Cumbria area are welcome to apply.

Test and cement your knowledge with engaging quizzes

Earn a recognised and celebrated certificate

Try a programme that's flexible to your schedule

Allied Health Professions Work Experience

*This programme is on-demand, so once applied, you can start right away*

Gain meaningful work experience