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Work experience and volunteering
National Citizen Service
National Citizen Service will give 16-year-olds the chance to learn new skills and get involved in their community - find out more and read case studies
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 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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Careers Advisers are here to help
If you're aged 13-19 you can contact a Careers Adviser for information, advice and support on a range of issues affecting young people
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