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Upcoming Opportunities
For a complete list of upcoming opportunities, please click on the calendar image below and filter by CAREERS
Below are some opportunities which may interest you.
Some opportunities involve a cost. Any student who feels that the cost of a course on this page is prohibitive, please do consider asking your parents/carers to apply for support through our Unity Fund or if you are in the 6th Form the Bursary Fund.
Disclaimer: Any websites/apps mentioned below are not endorsed by the school and are used at your own discretion. Any views or opinions expressed are not necessarily those of Charters School.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES INSIGHT EVENT
Wednesday 24 April 2024, 4pm - 6pm
We are delighted to announce that applications for this VIRTUAL event with Grant Thornton and Charles Russell Speechlys is now open! It's a fantastic opportunity to pick up some incredible virtual experience with two global professional services firms.
Did you know that most people who are considering a career in law could do exceptionally well in the tax department at a professional services firm such as Grant Thornton.
Learning about the tax laws and complexities business and individuals may have to go through can be very closely linked to what the legal tax teams do at international law firms.
This is your chance to hear from two of the biggest players in the legal and accounting industry at one event. You will get exposure to their different teams, people and jobs that you could apply for in the future.
THAMES HOSPICE WORK EXPERIENCE
29 July - 2 August 2024
We offer an annual work experience week for year 12 students who are hoping to study a degree in medicine, nursing or other allied health professions, such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy and paramedic science. The week includes clinical training, both in patient-facing and classroom settings, interacting with different professions and hands-on experience in a healthcare environment.
Our Work Experience Week will take place 29 July - 2 August 2024. Applications to take part in the 2024 week are now open. Find out more and register below:
LONDON MED SCHOOLS SUMMER PROGRAMME
Via Zoom 15th - 19 July
Are you In Year12, study A-level Biology & Chemistry & are interested in a career in Medicine?
Then why not apply for the FREE online London Med Schools Summer Programme.
There are 75 places available to find out what it is like to study medicine in London.
The London Med Schools online programme takes place from 15th - 19 July and brings together four of London's medical schools (King’s College London, Queen Mary University of London, St George's University of London, and University College London)
APPLY BY 19th APRIL
VIRTUAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Young Professionals run a series of free industry events so that students can gain skills and engage with world leading employers.
Check out their programme of virtual work experience below
FREE LECTURES FOR SCHOOLS; GRESHAM COLLEGE
Each year, Gresham College provides over one hundred free, academic lectures by international experts and leading academics; suitable for GCSE and A-level students who want to extend their learning and stand out from the crowd at sixth form and university interviews.
Students can attend in person or watch online and whether it's Geography, Music, Climate Change and the Environment, Medicine or Maths and Astronomy that you are interested in, you're sure to find a lecture that you enjoy.
Use the link below to search for a lecture which inspires you.
EDT VIRTUAL ROUTES INTO STEM COURSE
The EDT Virtual Routes Into STEM Course is still open for applications. This course is an excellent opportunity for students in Years 9 & 10 who would like to find out about the various educational pathways into a STEM career and will run until 2 August 2024. Students can join and complete this course flexibly (approx. time to fully complete is 20 hours). There are some exciting live sessions coming up this month for students who are registered on this course which includes – A STEM Professionals panel and Careers Skills session – to view the full timetable click here - Live Sessions Timetable.
Any student who feels that the cost of this course is prohibitive, please do consider asking your parents/carers to apply for support through our Unity Fund.
GRADUATE CAREERS LIVE
Broadcast from a TV-studio in central London, Graduate Careers Live! is essential viewing for Sixth Form students considering university entrance in 2024 – or applying for a degree apprenticeship.
Highlights from the 90-minute programme include:
• analysis of the universities and degree courses that are most-likely to lead to a well-paid job after graduation
• an interview with Zoe Thomas, author of The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide, on how to use the latest league tables when applying for university
• the outlook for today’s university-leavers and an assessment of the current graduate job market
• an in-depth introduction to degree apprenticeships, the debt-free alternative to university
• specially-commissioned films about graduate careers in law and engineering degree apprenticeships
• a countdown of The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers and an interview with this year's number 1 graduate employer
• an exclusive guide to student finance and how to pay for university
• useful tips and guidance from current university students
UNIVERSITY OPEN DAYS 2023
Do you know someone who is considering applying to university soon? Many higher education providers have open days and UCAS has done the hard work and compiled a list so you can plan your visits!
Try to:
- Attend at least one or two subject talks, sample lectures, taster sessions or department visits
- Take a tour of the campus, accommodation and Student Union venues
- Look around the town/city itself
- Speak with current students - the course should be at the top of your list of things to find out about at an open day, so speak with those who are already studying there
Try to also give yourself some time to explore on your own. Bear in mind that a uni will be putting on its best face for you, so it's worthwhile to spend a bit of time just wandering around and absorbing the general atmosphere.
Discover the dates for university open days by clicking the link below:
CAREERS WEBINARS
These insights are completely free for students to attend and they can register via the Unifrog platform using the link below:
INVESTIN UPCOMING EVENTS FOR PARENTS
InvestIN's ongoing parent event series is designed to give parents the essential tools they'll need to support their child on their career journey. Events are run by leading experts and are free to attend.
BERKSHIRE ENTERPRISE ADVISOR NETWORK
Discover an array of insights, webinars, apprenticeship and careers opportunities in and around Berkshire
PATHWAY CTM EVENTS
Connecting you with leading UK employers to gain experience and figure out your next steps after school/college!
View & Register for Events Here
FILM ON ENTREPRENEURSHIP
This month’s Work Ready Club meeting focuses on Exploring Entrepreneurship with Andy Lambert from Adobe. You will gain an understanding of what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur, the skills and qualities involved and how to make an impact.
Key Learning Points:
- Find out if entrepreneurs are made or born.
- Managing mindset and self-doubt.
- The power of modelling and networking.
Andy has a fascinating and inspiring story to share.
