Working Options empowers young people aged 14-19 in England and Wales by providing career opportunities and educational guidance. Through our network of volunteers and partner companies, we deliver inspiring programmes in schools and digitally, helping young people know their options and find their careers.
Our impactWe add significant value to the curriculum by connecting young people directly with business through our national network of partner companies and volunteers, delivering programmes online and face-to-face within school and industry settings, transforming the lives of young people.
Find out moreRealising untapped potential in the UK is critical for improving economic productivity. The benefits of our work to individuals and our society are many – increased confidence, improved mental wellbeing, enhanced social mobility, and greater workforce diversity and inclusivity. Help drive that change by patterning with us.
Fund our workEveryone’s journey can be inspiring. Share yours and help create vital lightbulb moments for young people. We encourage our volunteers to share their personal stories, giving crucial inspiration to help the young people we work with see that ‘if they can do it, I can do it too’. Helping them to realise their talent at critical moments.
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young people engaged in schools, colleges and online
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young people we’ve reached with our digital content
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