Work Experience
Explore working life at Gloucester City Council with a placement of up to one week. A great first step for anyone considering a career in local government.
What is work experience?
Our work experience placements are typically up to one week long and are mainly aimed at school and college students who want to understand what it is like to work in a local authority. During your placement, you will work alongside our teams and gain genuine insight into the range of services we provide to local people.
What you will gain
- Practical experience that makes you more attractive to future employers
- A boost to your self-confidence in a professional setting
- Help exploring different career options before you commit to a path
- A stronger, more credible CV with real-world experience
- The chance to develop teamworking skills in a genuine workplace
- Opportunities to build contacts and gain references
- Career advice for roles at the council and in local government more broadly
Our commitment to young people
We are committed to developing the future workforce. Offering work experience is one of the ways we invest in the next generation and help young people make informed decisions about their careers. Every placement is designed to give you a meaningful, supportive experience of working life.