Insight events / application support/ work experience 

Deloitte - Assessment Insights sessions (online) - 13th Oct

For students preparing to apply to Deloitte, these sessions will help them to feel more confident and familiar with Deloitte's Candidate Zone, a free, official online practice and preparation hub provided by Deloitte for job applicants. Tuesday 13th October, 18:00 – 19:30, online https://forms.rmp-connect.com/form/Yb8KWXTLzzgS0chfnV7lotfivy/aZYKrYfuXdhtpQNfiIuD

Deloitte - BrightStart Apprenticeship Application Masterclass (in person) - for young women in year 13 - 29th Oct - Closing 14th Oct

This in person event is for female Year 13s College students in London who are looking to apply for an  Audit / Tax apprenticeship role at Deloitte. The day will include a welcome from the Deloitte team and an introduction to life at Deloitte. Students will get to hear all about the BrightStart Apprenticeship opportunities and get application guidance and support. Thu 29th Oct 10:00 - 3:00pm @ Deloitte, Holborn, EC4A 3BZ

https://uptree.co/events/deloitte/3701734600/

Forsters - Solicitors Apprenticeship Insights Afternoon - online - 26th Oct - Closing 16th Oct

This is an opportunity to meet current Solicitors Apprentices at Forsters and hear first hand about their experiences. Participants will learn more about the programme, life at the firm and the route to the qualification. Monday 26th October, online https://www.forsters.co.uk/early-careers/open-days-and-events#solicitor-apprenticeships

Forsters - Open Day (in person) - Solicitors Apprenticeship - 28th Oct - Closing 16th Oct

This in person open day will introduce participants to the firm, their practice areas and the apprenticeship. Participants will hear from staff across the firm and learn more about balancing work and study as a Solicitors Apprentice https://www.forsters.co.uk/early-careers/open-days-and-events#solicitor-apprenticeships

RSM/Pathway CTM - Female Focus: Virtual (Apprenticeship) Insight Evening - for females in years 10 - 13 - 20th Oct

Join RSM for a virtual insight evening designed for female students exploring finance careers. This session allows attendees to hear directly from RSM’s female apprentices about their career journeys, ask questions, and learn what life as an apprentice is truly like. Participants will hear about the early careers opportunities and pathways RSM offers, including apprenticeships across Audit, Tax and Consulting. Get an honest look at day to day life as an apprentice, straight from current female apprentices at RSM. Learn how RSM supports women in the industry and ask questions in a live Q&A at the end. Open to female students in Years 10 - 13 with an interest in finance or accounting, and their parents or carers. Tuesday 20th Oct, 5.30 - 6.30pm, online https://pathwayctm.com/event/rsm-female-focus-virtual-insight-evening/  

Bird & Bird - Solicitor Apprentice Open Day - in person - for year 13’s - 28th Oct 2026 

Considering a solicitor apprenticeship? Spend the day at Bird & Bird’s London office and discover what life as a solicitor apprentice is really like through insight talks, panels, Q&As, workshops and skills sessions. Participants will meet current apprentices and legal professionals, learn about the solicitor apprenticeship route, develop useful skills, and gain insight to strengthen future applications. https://apply.candidats.io/c8f43289-5f19-431f-9ae3-1503c743880d

Sutton Trust – Access Apprenticeship Programme – for year 12’s - Closing 2nd November 

The Access Apprenticeship programme is a year-long programme that will allow students to meet leading employers and like-minded peers, and learn more about how to access top apprenticeships. Over the year, Sutton Trust will be offering the opportunity to learn more about two different apprenticeship sectors, Banking and Finance and Law. The programme includes; peer networking and social activities, insight days, and tailored application support with a mentor, skills sessions and work placement opportunities. To find out more and apply visit https://www.suttontrust.com/our-programmes/apprenticeship-summer-school/

Trowers & Hamlins / Uptree - Solicitor Apprenticeship Experience Day - 24th Nov - Closing Tuesday 3rd Nov

This event is for Year 13 students interested in applying to a solicitor apprenticeship route into Law. On the day students will  receive an introduction to Trowers & Hamlins, take part in workshops and activities, network with staff and participate in a Solicitor Apprenticeship application masterclass. Tuesday 24th Nov 10:00AM - 4:30PM@ Trowers & Hamlins, London, EC1Y 8YZhttps://uptree.co/events/trowers-hamlins/1763082935/

Forsters - Early Careers Session - Solicitors Apprenticeship assessment and application - 10th Nov - Closing 4th Nov

This online Q&A session allows participants to speak directly with the early careers team, learn more about application and assessment days and the apprenticeship programme.https://www.forsters.co.uk/early-careers/open-days-and-events#solicitor-apprenticeships

RPC/Uptree - Work Experience Insight Day - Solicitors Apprenticeship (in person) - for year 13’s - 25th Nov - Closing 9th Nov

This in-person event is for Year 13 students interested in pursuing a solicitor apprenticeship with RPC. On the day students will get a partner welcome and insight into RPC. There will be structured networking opportunities with the RPC team and interactive workshops on how to ace the application process and assessment centre. Wed 25th Nov, 10:00 - 3:00 @ RPC, Tower Bridge House, St. Katherine's Way, E1W 1AA https://uptree.co/events/rpc/2138398560/

Queen Mary University - Degree Apprenticeship Spotlight: Overview and Benefits - for years 12 & 13 - 18th Nov

Join QMU as they explore Degree Apprenticeships and find out whether this route could be right for you. This session will cover:

• What makes up a Degree Apprenticeship

• The benefits of studying a Degree Apprenticeship

• The differences between a Degree Apprenticeship and a traditional university degree

• How to research Degree Apprenticeships and find vacancies

• Insight into some of Queen Mary's newest Apprenticeship courses 

Wednesday 18th November, 4:30pm - 5:30pm, online. 

https://www.qmul.ac.uk/outreach/content-hub/2026/j2he---degree-apprenticeship-spotlight-overview-and-benefits/

Youth Employment - Explore Apprenticeships - Free Online Course

Thinking about doing an apprenticeship? Not Sure Where to Start? This programme From Youth Employment UK and The Careers & Enterprise Company will help find out more about what apprenticeships involve and how to apply. https://www.youthemployment.org.uk/careers-advice-help/choices/online-skills-and-careers-courses/explore-apprenticeships-free-online-course/

Springpod - Apprenticeships Unlocked – Short self-directed online course

Thinking about applying for an apprenticeship but don't know what to expect?

This short course will help students decide if an apprenticeship is the right path for them. It covers what an apprenticeship is, allows students to see the vast array of apprenticeships on offer (over 600) and what careers they can potentially go into. https://unlocked.springpod.com/unlocked-intro/apprenticeships-unlocked

UCAS - Apprenticeship Application Guides 

UCAS have launched their new apprenticeships guides. The guides provide information on what to expect from the application process, with insights from both practicing apprentices, and employers on what makes a strong application. The guides cover apprenticeships in business, construction, creative industries, digital and IT, engineering, finance and accounting apprenticeship, healthcare and legal. https://www.ucas.com/apprenticeships/application-guides

Success at School - Ask an Apprentice

Got questions about apprenticeships, career paths, or life after school/college? Success at School’s student mentors are young apprentices who have been where you are now and can provide valuable insights and support for your education and career journey  https://successatschool.org/community

Amazing Apprenticeships - Application guide

This guide will help students to prepare for the application process and be ready to show they are the right person for the role. It explores key information to include in application forms, CVs, cover letters, assessments, interviews and much more.

https://amazingapprenticeships.com/resource/guide-to-applying-for-an-apprenticeship/