Real life stories

Amelia had no idea what she wanted to do after she left school, but careers helped her get to military college.

Jack's careers adviser helped him apply for a mechanics course at college.

Josh’s careers adviser helped him to apply for an apprenticeship and kickstart his career in engineering.

Gabrielle was inspired after a rare diagnosis halted her career plans.

Following support from a careers adviser, Olivia is thriving in an engineering apprenticeship. 

Careers advice gave Taylor-Ann the confidence to apply to her ideal college course after leaving school due to bullying.

Connor found his ideal apprenticeship with a local company after attending an event at his school.

After finding education difficult, Ffion found success when her careers adviser helped her find a work placement.

17-year-old Alex overcame anxiety to continue with his career plans.

Advice helped Samiha on her career journey.

19-year-old Will from Cardiff shares his story of how his loss of hearing hasn’t stopped him from following his ambition to pursue a career in medicine.

Advice helped Tobi move on and up with his future career plans.

Taylor’s love of STEM subjects led to an engineering apprenticeship with Wales & West Utilities.

James is one of our Careers Advisers. Find out James' top tips for learning Welsh.

Lauren is a Careers Adviser who's learning Welsh. Find out how Lauren is getting on.

Luisa is a Learning and Development Co-ordinator at Careers Wales. Find out Luisa's top tips to learning the language.

Nathalie shares her experiences of learning Welsh and her tips for other learners.

Find out how and why the Welsh language is important to Dewi's business, community and customers.

Find out how this award winner is encouraging learners to think about their future roles and protecting the planet.

Discover how Lisa helped a young person to develop confidence and skills in woodwork with invaluable work experience at her workshop.

Find out how Colette's passion for inspiring young people led to a Valued Partner Award for Outstanding Personal Contribution.

Find out how the owner of this small business is helping to bring subjects to life for learners.

JCB is one of the top three manufacturers of construction equipment in the world. The company has inspired many young people to pursue a career in construction.

Find out how Betsi Cadwaladr UHB is working with schools to promote the Welsh language.

Morganstone has a strong connection with Careers Wales. As a partner of seven years, they have provided excellent experiences for pupils.

Find out how Castell Howell Foods have been supporting learners to find out about the world of work.

Find out how work experience led to an apprenticeship, and an award for Scooby's Autos.

Read how Litegreen show their passion for supporting young people and helping them to develop their confidence.

Find out how Charles Owen help young people understand more about the different opportunities in manufacturing.

Learn more about how working together to meet pupils’ needs is making a difference for pupils in Merthyr.

Discover why Jacqui’s commitment to supporting careers learning was recognised at the Valued Partner Awards.

Find out more about how Viridor support careers learning and raise awareness of environmental issues.