Helping students prepare for world of work

Sunderland’s secondary schools can give their pupils hands-on experience in two industries, thanks to special activities being held in the city.

Work Discovery Sunderland is now in its seventh year. It continues to help young people prepare for the world of work through a programme that gives them the tools they need to make informed career choices.

The Construction Sector

Day on March 4 has been organised in conjunction with Gentoo, Sunderland College and Engie and will showcase a range of career opportunities available.

Students visiting Gentoo’s Leechmere depot will see how the maintenance department looks after the organisation’s 29,000 properties, along with taking part in practical activities.

Young people will also attend Sunderland College to try their hand at carpentry, joinery and painting and decorating, and then take part in workshops run jointly by the college and Engie’s construction workers.

On March 6, Digital Sector Day, around 100 students will be heading to Sunderland Software City at Tavistock Place to work with a number of cutting-edge tech companies, which will highlight the range of jobs available in the industry.

Along with being given valuable advice on working in the digital sector, there will also be an opportunity to take part in practical activities.

The Work Discovery Sunderland programme will culminate in a special event at Sunderland College on June 22. Businesses wanting to offer practical demonstrations for this event should contact Nicola Appleby by email – Nicola.Appleby@sunder land.gov.uk