Work experience helps you test out a career and build new skills. It is also a great way to impress future employers. Find local work experience opportunities in Cardiff:
Discover Finance gives Year 12–13 students a three-day insight into the finance industry. They’ll visit local firms, work on real projects, build skills, and explore early career opportunities.
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Find 3-5-day in-person and virtual work experience placements and 3-5-hour introductory Insight Days with leading UK employers.
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Cardiff University's Pathways to Law Programme offers free work experience, academic workshops, networking, and skill development. Participants gain valuable CV experience, university application support, and may qualify for a contextual offer.
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This free program is perfect for students 14+ interested in Film & TV careers. It includes three short modules and a virtual Q&A with Channel 4 for completers. Students can participate during school hours or independently, and careers leaders can track progress. Great for boosting CVs!
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PHC Parts are looking for an enthusiastic apprentice Technical Sales Advisor who has the ability to multi-task and offer help to other staff members, as well as liaising with new and existing customers. Application Open
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Explore engineering, design, and project management with AtkinsRéalis. Dive into consultancy, transportation, infrastructure, aerospace, technology, and more. Discover how these fields collaborate to tackle humanity's greatest challenges.
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Interested in gaining valuable work experience? Explore a company dedicated to inspiring the next generation of innovators for a sustainable future. Deciding your future path can be tough, so we offer insights into working life to help you make informed choices.
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This programme is designed for those aspiring to shape the built-environment industry, creating a cleaner, greener, safer world for future generations. Whether you're a school leaver, graduate, professional, or undergrad seeking a placement, we offer tailored opportunities to help your career goals.
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A well-supervised but independent placement relating to an area of science, quantitative social science, computing, technology, engineering or maths - or a combination!
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Take a look at what the Mullany Fund mentors have to say about their chosen careers. They provide some useful insight into specific careers and will also help to give you a virtual experience of a ‘day in the life’ of a relevant job.
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Enhance your woodworking skills and become a responsible qualified carpenter with this free online training course.
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This free plumbing course will teach you the necessary skills you need to kick off your plumbing career in no time at all.
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Learn the theories, safe practices and proven procedures of the electrical trade with this free online training course.
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Boom Cymru are taking work experience enquiries for young people looking to get in to the film and TV production sector.
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Joining us on a work experience placement means you’ll get hands-on experience across all areas of our Branch. Working in our yard (18+), you will take responsibility for processing customer orders and loading and unloading customer and company vehicles.
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Explore Speakers for Schools broadcast library to see both industry and expert insight videos.
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Explore a range of unique work experience placements in the construction industry with Willmott Dixon.
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Cardiff Council’s Work Experience Programme offers the opportunity to apply for an unpaid work experience placement so that you can get a better understanding of the council and what it is like to work in the public sector. View more information on the Cardiff Council Work Experience Programme...
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Join the work experience program at PwC to explore diverse career opportunities. Interact with various team members showcasing the breadth of roles within our business. Hear firsthand from female colleagues about their career journeys and engage with networks emphasizing inclusion and diversity.
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The University Health Board has a wide range of work experience placements for school students and young adults within the Cardiff and Vale area. View a list of opportunities available...
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Complete our work experience programme and get a step closer to a career in creative. In this 5 step programme we'll introduce you to real careers and real people as you learn more about what goes into the thriving creative industry that you see around you.
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Interested in a Call Centre job? Level 2 Customer Service and Level 1 Make & Receive Telephone Calls courses available. Meet employers for industry insights and explore live job opportunities with application support.
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Connect with 60+ employers, trainers, and providers across sectors. Explore opportunities in admin, apprenticeships, hospitality, and more, including entry-level roles!
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Get Into Digital ~ Accelerate is a 5-week programme for South Wales youth (16–30) to build digital skills and prepare for careers in the digital sector through self-paced OpenLearn training with the Open University.
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Our trainee programmes offer comprehensive training and experience across various business areas, providing the necessary qualifications to become a solicitor. You'll work on diverse tasks with strong supervision and mentoring support.
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