Research opportunities

Research can help you explore career options, find a suitable study or training course, apply for a particular job, or find an employer that’s right for you.

Making sense of job and training options

With so many options out there it’s hard to know where to start.  Follow our guide to searching detailed descriptions of almost 700 jobs and thousands of courses on our website, plus tips on other ways to find out more.

Voluntary work

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The Internet is a good starting point for researching jobs

Volunteering in the type of organisation or role that you're interested in is a great way to find out what it's really like.  You also gain valuable experience and contacts for when you come to apply for a job as well as having the satisfaction of knowing that you're helping others.