British Red Cross Virtual Careers Taster Week (Work Experience)

The British Red Cross is offering a Virtual Careers Taster week which will give you an insight into the world of work with world’s biggest humanitarian organisation and the charity sector. The week will include workshops, training and the opportunity to meet other staff members at the British Red Cross! Sessions will be held online via Zoom.

The scheme is open to young people aged 15 - 21 year olds and there are 15 places available. This week will take place from 27th November 2023 - 1st December 2023 via Zoom. You will need to ensure you have access to Zoom throughout the week.

The week will cover the following:

Induction to the British Red Cross: You will learn about the history of the movement, our work and fundamental principles, as well as gaining First Aid skills

Career Development Workshop: In this workshop you will learn about career opportunities, be able to develop your CV and application writing skills, as well as learn interview skills.

Digital Media: You will learn about how to keep yourself safe online and what different annotations me in the social media world.

International Humanitarian Law: You will learn about humanitarian law and what it means in today’s society

Networking: You will meet staff member from different teams and learn about their career journeys!

If you are interested in taking part then please complete an application on our website.