FUTURES BLOG

We’re excited to share a selection of   eco and environmental work experience opportunities   available through Futures For All this June.  These remote programmes are ideal for students interested in sustainability, geography, science, and making a positive impact on the planet.   The opportunities include: Crustacean Compassion A 2-day immersive experience exploring marine animal welfare, combining science, ethics, and advocacy. Students will hear from professionals working in policy, communications, and animal protection, and take part in a real-world project challenge. Botanical Society of Britain & Ireland A 3-day introduction to botany and plant science careers. Students will develop plant identification skills, explore biodiversity, and build confidence in communication and presentation. ecoACTIVE A certified course lasting 2 days, covering key sustainability topics such as climate action, biodiversity, waste management, and environmental policy. More info...

  The  Save the Student bursary  supports prospective undergraduate students from low-income and disadvantaged backgrounds by helping them access essential items as they begin their university journey. Open to those starting in the 2026/27 academic year, the bursary offers  six awards of £750 , delivered through our Aspire platform. Applicants must be UK-domiciled with a household income of £40,000 or less and can use the funding to purchase laptops, bedding, kitchenware, and other university essentials.    We would be grateful if you could share this opportunity with your members to help ensure those who would benefit most are aware and able to apply.  Key Details: Applications open:  Wednesday 22nd April  Extended application deadline:  Friday 26th June   Eligibility: UK-domiciled prospective undergraduate students with a household income of £40,000 or less  Further Information and Application Form

Get into Law  Virtual Work Experience Day  During the May Half-term Thursday 28th May, 10am - 4pm Are you interested in breaking into the legal field? If so, then this work experience is for you! This May Half Term break, we have teamed up with some of the world's biggest law firms to give students an incredible insight into what it’s really like to work in the industry and become a top lawyer at a leading international law firm.  If you think you’ve got what it takes to step into the shoes of a corporate lawyer for the day and have a go at some real-world cases, then this event is for you! Event Details: Date:  Thursday 28th May Time:  10:00am - 4:00pm Location:  Zoom (link provided upon registration) Who : Year 10, 11,12, 13 students What to Expect: Law Work Experience during the May Half Term Employers attedning are Fragomen, A&O Shearman, Farrer & Co, Charles Russell Speechlys and The University of Law  An opportunity to take part in legal ...

Aon’s Manchester Work Insights Programme for Y12 and Y13 students  closes this Sunday 26 April. The programme will run from 7 th -9 th  July.    Click here to open the application     Students can apply via the link above.  *Note students do not need to upload a CV as part of the application process. Students only need to complete the basic candidate profile and to answer the programme related questions.     Aon’s Work Insights Programme is a social mobility progamme for  Y12 and Y13 students . We would recommend this opportunity to any  students who are interested in  careers within the corporate world, especially in  business or finance , or those who are  interested in exploring apprenticeships  after they finish year 13.  Students who access free school meals and/or a sixth form bursary will be prioritised.      Students will participate in...

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Join us for the hybrid or virtual programme with sessions on marketing, sales, engineering, sustainability, IT, cyber security, customer experience and more there is plenty to choose from. Or attend them all and hear about the wide range or roles in a global IT company. There'll be presentations, mock interviews, practical workshops and tours. And on top of all that you'll work in groups to design and pitch your very own tech-inspired business idea to our panel of judges? Time to get your innovation caps on. Click here for more information. Closing date - 4th May Apply here  Option 1- Hybrid (2 days in office & 3 days virtual) Bedfont  or  Manchester  Hybrid -   https://ciscocx.qualtrics. com/jfe/form/SV_ age3trVfk4QgvGK Option 2 - Fully Virtual  Virtual -   https://ciscocx.qualtrics. com/jfe/form/SV_ exiOCtnSbyXkUK2  

  Futures for All are offering Virtual Work Experiences in the following areas for June/July   WEX placements relating to careers in the  Travel, Tourism & Hospitality industries:  https://canva. link/e2f1bjynkxw81zb   WEX placements relating to careers in the  Creative & Digital Arts industries:  https://canva. link/dlh3lpsgi533fae   WEX placements relating to careers in the  Sport industry:  https://canva.link/ 7o90fl2gp27ukq0  

  Building on the hugely successful pilot of Discover Tech in London, we are excited to be expanding this social mobility work experience programme designed by Cisco and leading tech employers, to even more students and bringing the programme  to Manchester for the first time . The pilot showed us just how valuable this experience was:  91% of Discover Tech students said the programme made them feel clearer about their future options 9/10 students said they would recommend the programme to a fellow student in their year group Overview of the Programme Discover Tech is a two-day immersive work experience programme that connects students with leading tech employers and builds work readiness skills for an AI world. The programme will be held across two locations.   Day 1 will be at University Academy 92, Old Trafford (1st July) 300 students will come to a central location  with 6+ tech employers  for a series of plenary sessions and interactive tech challenges...

  Speedbird  Pilot Academy Application We want to make becoming a British Airways pilot a reality for anyone with the ability and drive to succeed. Applications for our Speedbird Pilot Academy role are now open from 14th-23rd April 2026. Before you apply, explore the resources on this page to ensure you are fully prepared. Click here for more information  Please Note! We will be a running an application workshop on Tuesday 21st at 2pm in Room 30 To book a place on the workshop please email kre@osfc.ac.uk 

  Young Professionals Summer Conference London Work Experience Day in London Saturday 18th July,  2pm - 6pm FAO Careers, Y11, 12, 13 and University Students and Parents   Hello, We are incredibly excited to invite you to the  Young Professionals Summer Conference in London at Friends House, based in Euston, London —our  biggest and most ambitious event to date . Taking place on Saturday, 18th July, 2pm - 6pm this is your chance to join us and meet some of the  most prestigious employers  in business, banking, finance, law, engineering, and technology, all in one place. As it’s taking place on the weekend, no school, college or university time will need to be missed, giving you the ultimate flexibility to attend! This event is designed for ambitious students who want to connect directly with top employers, gain  insider knowledge from industry leaders , and  set themselves up for career success . With a packed schedule of keynote speeches, int...

 

Uncover the careers behind the warehouses you see every day - from sustainability to finance and development .     You pass huge warehouses every day - from  Amazon and Sainsbury’s to IKEA  - but rarely hear about the wide range of careers behind them.   We’re pleased to invite you to a  virtual careers event  that shines a spotlight on the  logistics and real estate investment sector  - a crucial but often overlooked industry in careers education. This event is in partnership with  Tritax Big Box , a UK real estate investment company behind many of the large logistics and warehouse sites used by well‑known brands. Unboxing the Future - Careers in Logistics and Real Estate Investment Date and Time: 23 rd  April 2026, 11am – 12pm Registration Link:  Click to Register!   Why Attend? Students will: Discover careers they wouldn’t usually hear about Learn how logistics and large-scale real estate support everyday life See how s...

  University of Manchester Bursaries and Scholarships – Applications now open     The University of Manchester believes that finances shouldn’t be a barrier to success at Manchester, and we offer a range of scholarships and bursaries to support eligible students during their studies.   The following bursaries and scholarships are now open for applications, with differing closing dates. Please read on to find out if you are eligible and how to apply:  Bursary for students from low-income backgrounds   The UoM Accommodation Bursary provides a £2,050 discount towards the cost of university accommodation, for students from lower-income backgrounds, who’ve selected one or more of the eligible halls of residences.     Applications close on Monday 6th July at 11:59PM.    Full eligibility, and the application form link can be found here:  https://...

  Hello! We hope you had a restful holiday. We’re currently running a student survey to better understand how young people are making decisions about their next steps after education, and we’d really appreciate your support in sharing it with your students. The survey explores students’ priorities, concerns, motivations, and the key influences shaping their journey from education into employment. All responses are anonymous and will be used to create a final report, which we look forward to sharing with you. The insights will help  Uptree  continue to improve our support for students and better inform employers about what young people need and value most today. The survey is available here. Spotlight events . National: UK's Intelligence Agencies, Virtual Insight Session For:  Year 12 and 13 students Date:  Wed 13th May Where:  Virtual event Just Eat Takeaway.com, STEM Work Experience Placement Week For:  Year 12 students Date:  Mon 27th Jul Where:...