Careers Bulletin 27 September 2024
Highlights this week:
General Information:
PwC - insight event
Employment
Profitero seeking ex Y13 student with A-levels in technical subjects such as Maths, Computer Science and IT with grades A and B ( Immediate start) - please see attached
Octopus Energy - Low Carbon Apprenticeship - please see attached
AWE - L6 Degree Apprenticeships
Work Experience
Careers in the Maritime Industry - Solent University
Pepsico - Job simulation
Medical Work Experience - Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust & Premed Projects
Insight into a Legal Career - Clifford Chance
Solicitor Apprenticeship - Virtual Experience
Amazon Apprenticeships - Webinar
University News
Bucks New University
Nursing & Midwifery drop in day
Engineering & The Built Environment Experience Day
St Mary's University Twickenham - Dystopian Fiction Masterclass Day
Portsmouth University - The importance of Earth Science for the future of our planet - Webinar
General Information
Berkshire Opportunities : Opportunities to share https://www.berkshireopportunities.co.uk/employers-and-educators/opportunities-for-you-to-share/
Insight into PwC
Friday, 4th October, from 5pm to 6pm
Are you ready to kickstart your career with one of the most prestigious firms in the world? Curious about how PwC manages global projects and delivers innovative solutions? Now's your chance to explore PwC's game-changing opportunities designed just for you!
Join us for an exclusive PwC Flying Start Zoom Event on Friday, 4th October, from 5 pm to 6 pm. Whether you're thinking about university or considering an apprenticeship, PwC’s Flying Start Degree Programs offer you the ultimate combination of both, including:
- Paid university fees and a competitive salary
- Guaranteed summer internships at PwC
- Real-world experience at one of the Big Four firms!
Why PwC?
PwC is one of the world’s leading professional services firms, offering cutting-edge solutions in assurance, consulting, tax, and technology. With offices in over 150 countries, PwC provides opportunities to work on some of the most influential and innovative projects across the globe.
If you’re eager to make an impact, learn from industry experts, and contribute to shaping the future of business, PwC is where your journey begins! During this exciting session, you’ll hear directly from PwC professionals about how the Flying Start program could be your fast track to a successful and rewarding career. Plus, you’ll get insights into apprenticeship and internship opportunities that could shape your future.
Why Attend?
- Learn about PwC’s various career pathways in accounting, technology, consulting, and more.
- Get an insider’s view of PwC's unique culture and global operations.
- Receive a certificate of attendance which is can be used for your CV, UCAS application, and LinkedIn profile to strengthen your professional network.
Don't Miss Out! This is a unique opportunity to get a head start in your career.
Register Now to Secure Your Place:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PwC-FlyingStart
Employment
Profitero – Immediate start would suit ex Y13 student
Operations Support Specialist - 1 Year Fixed Term Contract - Hybrid
Profitero is a leading global SaaS commerce platform that uses predictive intelligence to help brands anticipate, activate and automate their next best action to fuel profitable growth. Our technology monitors 70 million products daily, across 1200 + retailers and 50 countries, helping brands optimise search placement, product content, pricing, stock availability, reviews and more. News outlets, including Good Morning America, The Wall Street Journal and Ad Age frequently cite and trust Profitero as a source of data for their stories.
The Operations Support Specialist is responsible for the operational support tasks which underpin our software, and ensures our client accounts work in a manner which meets their objectives.
This role is tasked with ensuring account excellence for the duration of the contractual life cycle, in relation to a prescribed sub-set of tasks.
Profitero is currently based in Windsor but will be moving to Reading in January. We are part of the 2nd largest global media company, Publicis Groupe. We are looking for ex-students with A-levels in technical subjects such as Math, Computer Science, and IT, with pass grades of A and B.
Here are the links for our company website and the job ad for your reference:
- Profitero Company Website: https://www.profitero.com/
- Publicis - Mother Company Website: https://www.publicisgroupe.com/en/the-groupe/about-publicis-groupe
- Job adds / where to apply: https://profitero.bamboohr.com/careers/286
Please see here for more details: Profitero Operations Support Specialist
Octopus Energy – Low Carbon Apprenticeship
I’m Freja, a Campaign Marketing Executive at Amberjack. We work with Octopus Energy to attract students for their Low Carbon Apprenticeship Scheme. They’ve asked us to reach out to schools in the locations they recruit to spread the word about this amazing opportunity.
See below for more information and all the best parts of the Low Carbon Apprenticeship. It would be great if you could share it around your school, with any pupils that you think might be interested in applying, or with any parents that might be interested in learning more. I have also attached the link to the Octopus Early Careers Website where students can learn more about the role and apply.
Please see here for more details: Octopus Energy Low Carbon Apprenticeship
AWE: Apprenticeships (Apply Now)
Start your career with an employer who genuinely wants to invest in you and work with you to develop your potential. There has never been a more exciting time to join AWE as they embark on
a wholesale business transformation. The Level 6 Degree apprenticeships are equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree.
- Design & Construction Management.
- Nuclear Engineering Electrical.
- Nuclear Engineering – Mechanical.
- Electronic Design.
- Manufacturing.
- Building & Services
- Project Management
https://www.awe.co.uk/careers/early-careers/apprenticeships/level-6-degree/
Ernst & Young - School Leaver Programme - Applications Open for 2025
Kick-start your career with the EY apprenticeship programmes. Earn a salary from your very first day, work towards a professional qualification, and use your insights and skills to solve complex business challenges. And, make an impact that not only aligns with their purpose, but helps entire economies to thrive and prosper. A variety of options open from Business and Tax to Technology and Audit.
https://www.ey.com/en_uk/careers/students/schools
Work Experience
Solent University: Careers at Sea
Careers at Sea open days give you an insight into what a career in the maritime industry has to offer, and the training programmes to qualify as a ship's navigation (deck), engineer or electro-technical officer in the Merchant Navy and on superyachts.
A risk-free way to experience work on the job at PepsiCo HQ. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications. PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies that includes 22 brands that each generated more than $1 billion in annual retail sales.
During this program, you will get the opportunity to step into the shoes of a PepsiCo team member and complete tasks that replicate the work that the Sales team does every day. You will practice skills in relationship management, navigating difficult conversations, product promotion, and execution of results toward a goal.
https://www.theforage.com/simulations/pepsico/sales-hdqg
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust: Work Experience
Get a feel for your future career with an informal placement in medicine or administration. The aim of the programme is to enable young people considering a career in medicine to learn more about what this might involve so that they can make an informed decision about whether this is
the right path for them.
https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/careers/career-paths/work-experience
YPUK: Insight into Clifford Chance (Virtual)
Clifford Chance is one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the world. With offices in 23 countries and a remarkable annual revenue exceeding $2 billion, Clifford Chance is a global leader in the legal industry.
Gain exclusive insights and hear directly from senior members of Clifford Chance as they share valuable tips and insights on what it takes to reach the top of the legal profession. Engage in interactive workshops that will give you a real sense of what it's like to work as a corporate lawyer at a Magic Circle law firm
https://apprenticeships.co.uk/event/66cde1e6646131f78f74b388/insight-to-clifford-chance
City Century: Solicitor Apprenticeships – Virtual Work Experience
The Law is looking for new perspectives. City Century is a Solicitor Apprenticeship initiative that recruits, educates, networks, develops and qualifies significant numbers of talented solicitor apprentices. They are a collaboration of over 50 City of London law firms and are here to
revolutionise the legal profession. School leavers stand at the threshold of endless possibilities. Their mission is to inspire bright and talented individuals like you to explore a career path you may have never considered before: solicitor apprenticeships. A debt-free option where you can earn while you learn. Say goodbye to traditional student loans and hello to a transformative opportunity. By
joining one of their members’ apprenticeship programmes, you’ll immerse yourself in a community of the next generation of lawyers.
Amazon Apprenticeship Information
Amazon's apprenticeship webinars offer something for everyone. Each session focuses on a different business area, giving you a deep dive into the unique opportunities available. Whilst they encourage you to attend both webinars to get a comprehensive understanding, each one stands alone as an informative and valuable experience. Whether you're interested in tech, operations, or another field, you'll leave with a clear sense of how an Amazon apprenticeship can kickstart your career. Join and discover how you can find your fit within this diverse business ecosystem.
Medical Work Experience
Obtaining hospital work experience is vital for students thinking of careers in healthcare. In October, there are a range of in person and online days for all students aged 14-18 who might be considering careers in healthcare.
Diagnosis Lab: Live Case Study Course - Monday 7th October - Monday 25th November 2024 - Online
Students are invited to take part in Diagnosis Lab, a live case study course that takes place online. Led by seasoned professionals working in the NHS, this live and interactive work experience occurs every Monday at 7.30 pm BST from Monday 7th October to Monday 25th November 2024. Students will gain a certificate for completing the course with 16 hours of verified work experience and can enrol in the course here: www.premedprojects.co.uk/course/diagnosis-lab-live-case-study-course
Medical Ethics Live - Sunday 13th October 2024 - Online
We have 1,000 free places for students aged 14-18 to join a free session focused on Medical Ethics. During the session our NHS doctors will explain why it’s vital to understand medical ethics when applying to med school and how to understand moral dilemmas and ethical questions doctors face every day.
It’s highly likely that you’ll be asked ethics questions or face an MMI station designed to test your understanding of medical ethics so it’s really important you understand some of the questions you will face at medical school interviews. To take part just visit: www.premedprojects.co.uk/free
On Call Day - Saturday Oct 26th 2024 - Kings Hospital
Ward Round & Radiology- Sunday Oct 27th 2024 - Kings Hospital
On Saturday 26th October we have our On Call Day, taking place at NHS Kings Hospital in London. A unique way for students to see how medical and surgical doctors cover on call shifts in a busy hospital. On Sunday the 27th October we have a Ward Round and Radiology Day at Kings Hospital where students can in the morning take part in ward rounds followed by an afternoon of radiology immersion. Students will gain a certificate for completing each day to use in their applications and interviews. To learn more just visit www.premedprojects.co.uk/course/medicine-work-experience-day-event
These unique courses offer a great opportunity for students interested in medicine and we hope to see some students there!
University Information
Bucks New University: Nursing & Midwifery Drop in Day
This Drop in Open Day offers a great opportunity to find out more about Nursing & Midwifery, meet the course team, and get all your questions answered. You will discover more about your chosen course and meet the course team. Tour some of the Nursing and Midwifery facilities at their
Uxbridge campus. Chat to staff and students to find out what it is really like to study at BNU.
https://www.unitasterdays.com/events/event/73179/nursing-and-midwifery-drop-in-open-day-uxbridge
Bucks New University: Engineering & The Built Environment
You will gain the opportunity to use specialist facilities, including CAD software, on this taster that will ignite your interest in the field even further. With their wide range of courses within the field, including Engineering Design with Mechanical, Production & Electrical and Electronic, you will have the chance to explore specific areas of interest.
St Mary's University Twickenham: Dystopian Fiction Masterclass Day
From H G Wells to Aldous Huxley, George Orwell and beyond, writers have imagined dystopias to express anxieties, to satirise, and to critique aspects of contemporary society. This masterclass event will explore key texts, their historical and cultural backgrounds, and their relationship to other media forms during the period!
https://www.unitasterdays.com/events/event/73467/dystopian-fiction-masterclass-day
Portsmouth University: Webinar: The Importance of Earth Science for The Future of Our Planet
See how our continents were built, how metals are concentrated in our crust, how life has flourished and the awesome and destructive power of plate tectonics.
They will also cover:
• Where you could go with a degree in Earth Sciences
• How the study of Earth Science is critical to ensure a sustainable future for our planet
• The pivotal role Earth Science plays in tackling climate change and getting to
net zero carbon
• What geologists and engineering geologists do to tackle the impacts of climate change
• How to predict and plan against natural hazards, while building safe, sustainable and resilient cities.
Eileen Wooller
Careers Leader