Pathway Planning - Work Experience and Training

THE BENEFITS OF WORK EXPERIENCE

Find out about jobs or industries – help you decide future career/study choices that interest you or eliminate careers which no longer interest you.
Improve your understanding of the workplace environment and what employers expect of you.
Develop your skills (e.g. communication, teamwork and punctuality).
Gain referees who you can ask to provide references for future job or study applications.
Gain a network of contacts for future study and career advice.

Start by identifying a career/job which you are interested in and you want to find out more about.
Use your network – ask family, friends, neighbours, etc.
Research local companies and employers. Consider travelling.

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