Free careers event in Sandwell for young people
Connexions Sandwell is hosting a New Year, New Start careers event for those aged 14 – 19 (or up to 25 for those with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities). The free New Year New Start event aims to
help young people make informed decisions about their future, supporting them to find an apprenticeship, education or employment role that suits them. The event is on Saturday 20 January 2024 from 9.30 – 2pm at The Hawthorns, West Bromwich Albion Football Club.
There will be more than 50 employers, training/apprenticeship providers, colleges and universities available to talk to young people about their careers and training. Amongst those attending are representatives from the construction, finance and military sectors, as well as the Midlands’ leading universities and sixth forms colleges. Also present will be Connexions Sandwell Careers Advisors who can provide tailored careers advice to help the attendees make the most of the event.
Councillor Simon Hackett, Sandwell Council’s Cabinet Member for Children, Young People and Education, said: “A key part of the council’s role is to support our children and young people in their aspirations, and this is a fantastic opportunity for Sandwell’s young people to find a career they enjoy. The event is specifically aimed at young people who are looking to take GCSE options in year 9 right through to sixth-form leavers looking at university or careers choices. “We believe that this was the biggest careers event in the Black Country for young people last year – more than 1,800 young people and their families attended the event, with over 50 opportunity providers. This year, we hope to attract even more attendees.” The event is free of charge, but it is tickets only.