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Young people
Work experience and volunteering
Planning a gap year
How taking a gap year can help your job prospects, and build your confidence and experience
Voluntary work placements
You may not get paid, but voluntary work placements give you valuable experience and look great on your CV
Work experience in Years 10 and 11 (education and learning section)
Work experience is a great chance to get a taste of a real job and see what skills you may need in the world of work
Volunteering if you're between 14 and 19
How and where you can volunteer such as v - the volunteering charity, Duke of Edinburgh Award, and other organisations
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Free help and advice
Are you between 13 and 19? Whatever decision you need to make, Connexions Direct can help.
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