Work experience is invaluable for young people at school and college, as they prepare to enter the labour market. Work experience provides young people with the skills and experience to transition from education, into the world of work by providing them with:
- employability skills
- increased confidence and motivation
- experience to add to their CV and work related references
- sccess to networks and building networking opportunities
- understanding of the world of work and the practical skills required
- insight into jobs and sectors a trial run at roles or sectors of interest
- knowledge of how their skills and abilities fit into the workplace.