What did you want to be when you grew up? Police officer; hair stylist; a chef maybe? Something exciting that drew on your passions and hobbies no doubt. As a child, the possibilities are endless and our dreams are unbounded by the expectations of “finding a real job” or “my parents want me to be a doctor”. We could simply dream…
As a teenager and young adult, it’s all too easy to become grounded by family expectations and societal norms. But what if I don’t want to go to university? Or become a doctor? Or run the family business? Then it might be time to think back to the childhood dreams or even discover a career you’d never considered. The Apprenticeship Network has lots of incredible stories and advice from employers, coaches, past apprentices and even training providers who you can connect with when planning your debut into a new and exciting career!
Do you get a thrill out of being in a kitchen? The smell of herbs and spices, the possibility of new flavour combinations, and the pride of someone tucking into a dish that you’ve poured your heart and soul into. But someone once told you the hours are long and antisocial so you hung up your apron and set aside your spatula. Well have you thought about roles outside the la brigade de cuisine? The food writers who research the history, tradition and culinary trends for cookbooks and blogs. Or food stylists who capture the perfect mouth-watering shot for magazines, websites, tv adverts and every other imagery that makes our belly rumble unexpectedly. Maybe your understanding of nutrition and science could set you up for being a nutritionist for athletes? All these doors and more could open up to you by starting an apprenticeship in the Culinary Arts.
Does the feel of being onstage still gives you goosebumps, but it’s a dream long forgotten and a life auditioning isn’t the path you wanted, then have you considered a role behind the lens? Maybe being the unsung star who brings the whole show together through their eye for lighting, production or stage writing? You could be the one who creates the perfect costume or setting, launching audiences though periods in time or to far away worlds. An apprenticeship in Film and Theatre could be your key into this enchanting and breathtaking world.
If you’re somebody who’d rather keep your passions as passions, separated from your working life, then it may be time to discover something new and unexpected. Apprenticeships can lead down so many paths, unlocking your potential and introducing you to a skillset you hadn’t yet discovered. Does your technical brain and interest in renewable energy ignite the spark for an apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering?
Will you unearth a passion for getting your hands dirty as a Horticulture or Arborist apprentice? Or uncover a pride for the uniform and protect society in an apprenticeship with the Police? The opportunities are endless and could draw on your existing skills, and will certainly introduce you to something new, so why not take a look at our upcoming openings or join us at a careers fair near you.
