Employers have a very important role; They can give messages, information and advice (the young people) about the real world of work.
These young people are the work force of the future and businesses supporting the event are committed to giving something back. They provide advice and guidance knowing they have the chance to talk to over 1,600 people about their organisation – It’s too good of a marketing opportunity to miss!
Mike Taplin
Senior Manager: Early help for Children and Families
This is a unique and fantastic opportunity for young people to get access to different providers and educational organisations all in one roof.
Essentially its an opportunity to either build on what it is they want to do or sow a few seeds on what they might be able to do in the future.
Katy Hall
Blackpool and The Fylde College: Liaison Officer
There are loads of hands on activities that engages students as well as give them the opportunity to ask relevant questions.
I really want a career in IT and attending the event has given me a better chance to be able to get one.
This year 9 event is interesting is because I didn’t really have a clear understanding of what I wanted to be when I’m older.
When you look around and see all the interesting career choices at the event, it gives me a better idea of what I want to be when I’m older. Like what job to pick.
Liam
St Mary’s Catholic College
The year 9 event is really good for young people. We’ve had all the year 9 students from all the Schools. It’s fantastic for them! It’s fun and there are interactive activities going on. There are lots of things to see and do to help them make their mind up about what they want to do in the future.