WHY ?

upReach know that in-person work experience is one of the highest impact social mobility initiatives that employers can provide. 92% of upReach Associates who completed a Professional Work Experience Week and then applied for an internship or graduate role the next year were successful. However, most of our Associates have never had any professional work experience before joining us, and the pandemic has meant very few have been able to have vital in-person opportunities.

WHAT?

Xperience, upReach's new two week programme, takes place from 27th June 2022. The first week will be run by upReach to help prepare students for their work experience week, and will be delivered virtually. It will include various workshops and panels focussing on how to make the most of the experience and to develop relevant skills. The second week (4th-8th July, or later, by arrangement) involves work experience based at an organisation learning about them and the work that they do.

CAN YOU HELP?

We’re looking for organisations that can offer one or more work experience opportunities in July or August 2022, ideally in the week of 4th July. The opportunities can be in almost any professional sector and based anywhere in the UK.

If you are able to commit to offering places, or wish to express an interest, please complete this form.