An interactive and engaging full-day event focused on broadening student’s horizons to better understand the breadth of careers available. Students will meet current professionals, and engage in interactive workshops to inspire their future career goals.
Students will initially hear from a motivational speaker to help students refocus on the importance of their studies as part of a journey towards their future goals and aspirations. Students will have their horizons broadened as they have the opportunity to meet and interview a range of professionals from a breadth of different career disciplines. Students will then take part in an interactive workshop to learn about the job application process and the importance of presenting yourself positively and professionally in an interview environment.
The event will run from 09:30 - 15:00.
Year Group(s):
9
Gatsby Benchmarks:
2, 4, 5 and 7.
Learning Objectives:
- Students to broaden their horizons to have an understanding of the breadth of careers
- To increase students motivation to succeed
- Students to meet and interview a range of current employers from a range of career disciplines
- Students to learn about the application and interview process
- Students to understand the importance of first impressions and how you present yourself in an interview scenario
Learning Outcomes (Linked to Aimhigher Plus Progression Framework):
At 3.1, At 3.2, As 4.1, Ap 4.1
http://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Progression-Framework.pdfPlaces Available:
150 (Maximum 30 places per school and at least 50% of learners must be Aimhigher Plus)
Transport Provided:
Yes
Lunch Provided:
No
Our cancellation policy applies. Visit this website below for more information:
http://aimhigherwm.ac.uk/aimhigher-plus/events-and-activities/