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My Unconventional Journey to a Finance Apprenticeship: From Overseas Student to Warner Bros

Starting fresh in a new country is never easy, especially when you’re on your own. Moving from overseas to the UK to complete my A-levels brought its own set of challenges. The culture, learning styles, and overall community were different, and it took me some time to find my footing. But looking back, I realize that adapting to these changes taught me essential skills that I would use in the next

November 14, 2024 Read more

From T-Levels to Degree Apprenticeship in AI at IBM

Taking that first step into the world of work or an apprenticeship can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure where you’re heading or even if you’re capable. That was me a few years ago, full of potential but not yet knowing what path to take. I found my way through a T Level qualification in Digital Production, Design, and Development, a qualification that would not only shape my career

November 8, 2024 Read more

From T Level Student to Working for the World’s Biggest Tech Company

When I was in school in London, the path ahead wasn’t always clear. At 16, I knew I wanted to pursue something more practical than A-Levels, something that would allow me to get hands-on experience in an industry, while still keeping my options open for further education. That’s when I discovered T Levels, a relatively new qualification designed to bridge the gap between school and the world of wo

October 29, 2024 Read more

Configuring a New Path: My Transition Into Tech

Now this is a story all about how my life got flipped-turned upside down. And I'd like to take a minute and just sit right here, I'll tell you how I got nominated for Apprentice of the Year. In my home of Northamptonshire, born and raised, on the playground was where I spent most of my days. Chilling out, maxing, relaxing, all cool and all, shooting some b-ball outside of school… …I wish there was

October 20, 2024 Read more

Breaking the Mould: Crafting a Future Beyond Expectations

There is no denying that thinking about the future is daunting, from deciding your path to wondering if it is the right one for you. It is scary, so I hope my blog provides you with a sense of comfort, but also inspiration to help you make the right decisions for yourself with confidence. Starting Out: Figuring Out What You Want Let’s start from the beginning. At school, I was achieving great grad

October 16, 2024 Read more

Destination: Award-Winning IBM Consultant > From School Dropout

I still remember lunch breaks, staring out of the window, watching the train to London speed by. The reminder of life: swift, certain, and going places. At just 17, I felt everything so intensely. Growing up, I have always been the type to plan every second; I could even tell you the exact university course code for my dream of becoming a pharmacist. The "traditional" path was laid out clearly in

October 9, 2024 Read more

From Dental School Drop-Out to a Digital Master’s Apprenticeship: My Journey of Self-discovery

As an 18-year-old, deciding what career path you want to take for the rest of your life is incredibly daunting. You have just finished education and have barely experienced life yet. My journey to a Master’s apprenticeship was unconventional to say the least. I went through many hurdles before landing where I am today. Navigating the hardships of University Throughout sixth form, I was stuck for c

September 25, 2024 Read more

From Uncertainty to Purpose: My Diary of Determination

Starting your career can be an exciting yet daunting experience. If you’re reading this, you’re likely still in school, college, or university—or perhaps you’ve finished and are now staring at countless job applications, wondering when your break will come. The uncertainty can be overwhelming. I know this feeling because I’ve been there too. My journey wasn’t a straight line; it was filled with tw

September 18, 2024 Read more

From Marketing Apprentice to a UX Degree with a Leading Innovator in Road Safety

Starting your career can be both challenging and exhilarating. My journey began with a Level 4 Marketing Apprenticeship at Kaplan, which provided a springboard to a Level 6 UX Degree Apprenticeship with National Highways. In this blog, I’ll share my journey, the obstacles I faced, and the lessons I learned along the way. For those still in school, college, university, or searching for their f

September 13, 2024 Read more

From Young Carer to Apprentice: My Journey and the Power of Resilience

Everyone's journey in life is different, marked by unique challenges and experiences that shape us into who we are today. Mine began as a young carer, navigating the complexities of responsibility and balancing multiple roles even before my teenage years. This experience taught me valuable life lessons, shaping my character, resilience, and work ethic. Today, as an apprentice, I have found not onl

September 2, 2024 Read more

My Dyslexia Journey: From an Accounting Apprenticeship to Entrepreneur!

Growing up with dyslexia wasn't easy. School was often a frustrating experience for me. I struggled with reading, writing and spelling, which made traditional learning environments incredibly challenging. I often felt like I couldn't keep up with my peers, and my confidence took a hit. The thought of spending another three or four- years in a similar environment at university filled me with dread.

August 28, 2024 Read more

My Journey from School, to an Apprenticeship, to Employment

Navigating from education into employment can seem daunting, challenging and confusing, especially if you are keen to continue your studies but unsure what direction to take. I hope that this blog will provide some insight into my journey as I transitioned from Sixth Form into an apprenticeship, into a permanent role. After applying to University during Sixth Form as the majority of my peers were,

August 27, 2024 Read more

Apprenticeships are competitive: Advice on landing your dream apprenticeship

I started my career following college, through a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship; Digital and Technology Solutions, Specialising in Software Engineering. My provider was Manchester Metropolitan University. I completed and graduated from my apprenticeship in 2022, and now work as a User Experience Designer & Researcher at OneFile. When I was in college, I was studying Computer Science, Product De

August 12, 2024 Read more

Inspiring Future Learners Through STEAM and Apprenticeships

My journey into engineering was not a straightforward one. As the Volunteer Association of Apprentices Council Chair and an IET volunteer, I am now on a unique path that is providing me with a wealth of experiences that I am eager to share with young people, especially in the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) and apprenticeships. My academic journey at the c

August 2, 2024 Read more

My Journey into A Career My School-Self Didn't Think I Could Do

Over the last few years, I've been focusing on comparing myself to where I was previously, rather than to other people. When I compare myself now to where I was at school, it's amazing to think that I'm somewhere that I didn't think I could end up. That somewhere is the world of software development. When I was figuring out my Key Stage 4 options in year 9, I nearly did NCFE Craft, but it was very

July 30, 2024 Read more