National Careers Week

National Careers Week takes place from 1 to 6 March 2027, a week when schools and colleges across the UK focus on careers guidance and help young people think about their next steps.

When is National Careers Week?

National Careers Week takes place in March (March 1-6). National Careers Week offers free resources for schools and colleges. It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause: see the full calendar.

Why National Careers Week matters

Meeting real people from the world of work helps young people make better choices about their future. Schools rely on employers and volunteers to give students those encounters. Explore employment & skills volunteering.

How to get involved in National Careers Week

There are three simple ways to make National Careers Week count:

• Volunteer: offer to talk about your job at a school or college careers event, or mentor a young person. Browse opportunities.
• Fundraise: support a charity that helps young people into education, training or work.
• Raise awareness: share your own career story and the routes that are open to young people.

National Careers Week volunteering opportunities

Mark National Careers Week by doing something real. Find volunteering opportunities and start today.

Get involved with National Careers Week

Browse live opportunities, log your hours, and earn verified badges you can add to your CV and LinkedIn. Find volunteering roles or see more awareness days.