Looking for your first job?  This section offers you help and advice to get the right job. 

Where to start
Finding your first job takes a lot of organisation and preparation.  Here are some places where you can start.

Connexions Personal Advisers Are there to support you so you stand the best opportunity in gaining employment. Getting a job To get a job you will need to prepare yourself.  This section will guide you through each stage: application forms, creating a CV, letters, telephoning employers, interviews and selection tests. Starting your own business It is never too early to find out more about starting your own business and there are a number of organisations and websites who can help. Work experience

Work experience can play a key role in helping you develop an understanding of the world of work.

Work-based learning and training schemes
The perfect option if you don't want to stay in full-time education but want to continue learning.  These options offer the chance to gain skills and qualifications, while earning a wage.

Gap year
Do you think you would benefit from doing something different before getting a job?  It's a great opportunity to get work experience (paid or unpaid) and possibly gain some work-related qualifications.

Resources centre
Information and links to useful resources that will help you with questions about working.