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Careers links

Find out more! If you’re doing GCSEs or A-Levels, check out the following links for advice on career options.

Practical tips

• Go get it provides lots of information on how to get the skills you need for the job you want.
• The Connexions Direct website has information on career choices in years 9, year 11 and post 16 choices. It also has a Careers resources toolbox which contains links to useful resources that will help you make the important careers decisions that you are faced with.
• Visit the Onelife website for advice on a range of topics from deciding what job you want right through to writing a good CV and giving a great interview.

Careers in science

• You can find information about all kinds of careers in science – from biotechnology and health, to the environment and space – at the Royal Society website.
• Discover more about a career in microbiology and other bioscience jobs.
• The Royal Society of Chemistry gives lots of information about chemistry-based careers.
• Get the lowdown on a career in electrical engineering at this website.
• Find out all you need to know about working in the construction industry here.
• You’ll find lots of advice about science careers on the Planet Science website.
• If you’re thinking further ahead, Prospects gives advice on the options open to you after graduation.

...and finally

Are you a recent graduate? Maybe you’d be interested in our internship scheme. The scheme is aimed at high-calibre individuals looking to gain work experience in the fields of fundraising, marketing, campaigning and communications. It’s a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills at one of the UK's leading charities.

If you are over 18, there are also lots of opportunities open to you if you’re interested in volunteering for the charity.