Hidden Opportunities
Opportunities you won't find by searching Google. Apprenticeships, insight days, scholarships, mentoring and more — all free to apply.
Leader as Coach — Fully-Funded Leadership Qualification
Circl
A fully funded opportunity for 18–24-year-olds from under-represented backgrounds to gain a professional leadership qualification. Learn key coaching skills alongside professionals from eBay, Trustpilot, Rolls Royce, Zurich and more. The programme runs for 12 weeks at 1–2 hours per week over Zoom. Next programme: September 2026.
Apprenticeships
Earn while you learn — degree-level to advanced qualifications
Insight Programmes
Short structured looks inside industries and employers
Work Experience
Hands-on placements from 1 week to several months
Competitions
Business challenges, design prizes, STEM competitions
Scholarships
Funding and bursaries for your education and career
Mentoring
Guidance from professionals in your chosen field
Recently added
Journalism Apprenticeship
BBC
Work inside the BBC while earning a Level 4 journalism qualification. Work across BBC News, Sport, Entertainment and more.
Winning Women Insight Programme
J.P. Morgan
A three-day insight programme designed for female-identifying sixth formers interested in finance, technology, or operations. Includes networking with senior professionals.
UK Parliament Work Experience
UK Parliament
Work experience at the Houses of Parliament — covering research, public engagement, communications, and policy. One of the most prestigious placements available to school students.
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