Youth Employment UK Platform

The Youth Employment UK Platform is a one-stop shop for Young people (aged 16 – 29) within the West Midlands, and offers a variety of free resources, advice, and guidance for different educational, employment, and training opportunities.There’s also help and advice for CV writing, job hunting, and interview skills, along with resources to help those who may be struggling with their emotional and mental wellbeing.

For those finding it difficult to find employment, there’s a list of Job Centres within the seven metropolitan areas of the West Midlands – they will help Young People from the ages of 16+, including Graduates, to find work or paid training.

And if Young People are looking to add to the CV and bolster it, there are plenty of volunteering opportunities available within the West Midlands!

The Youth Employment UK Platform empowers Young People, giving them the skills, careers support, and tools they need to fulfil their potential.

KEY LINKS

To find out more about opportunities in your local area, visit the online youth platform here

KEY CONTACTS

Jacqueline.Pugh@wmca.org.uk or BalwinderDhugga@wmca.org.uk

Launch of the West Midlands Youth Offer and Youth Employment Platform.
L-R Mayor of the West Midlands Andy Street, Helene Dearn, JCP, Cllr Ian Brookfield, leader Wolverhampton MBC and Ganga Bansal.