At Hampstead School, we believe learning goes far beyond the classroom. We encourage our students to get involved in a wide range of projects, programmes, and experiences that help them grow, connect with the community, and develop new skills.
We regularly update this page with exciting opportunities that are local, affordable, and valuable for your career and personal development. From volunteering and work experience to creative workshops and competitions, there’s something for everyone.
Please be aware that these opportunities are provided by external organisations. Hampstead School is not responsible for the content or delivery of these activities.
Check back often to see what’s new! If you would like us to share your opportunity with our students, or if you know of an exciting opportunity that we haven't included, please email us at enquiries@hampsteadschool.org.uk.
Helpful Resources
The Next Steps in London resource hub is a collection of guides designed to support
young people, parents, and educators as they explore future career pathways across the capital. These resources aim to spark meaningful conversations, build confidence, and provide practical tools for navigating the next stage of the careers journey. Click here for more information.
Many of the below opportunities reach us from My Big Career. Those aged 16-21 can speak with them about education and employment pathways: click here for more information.
Whether you’re exploring A Levels, T Levels, apprenticeships or other routes, this tool helps you make sense of what’s out there after Year 11. Post-16 Opportunities through Camden Learning. Click here for more information.
Current Opportunities
These opportunities are listed by event date, and some may have application deadlines several months in advance. Please check each link for complete details as early as possible.
School Holiday Sports Activities, with Camden Council
Years: under 16s
Dates: Various
About: Easter half-term holiday activities will take place between Monday 30 March to Friday 10 April.
Details:https://www.camden.gov.uk/during-the-school-holidays
Camden HAF Programme
Years: various
Dates: Thu 12th Mar 2026 to Fri 10th Apr 2026
Details:https://book.plinth.org.uk/calendar/Iy9ultDHV1FHKtijs8qb
Boss Mode Rebel Business Course
Topic: Starting your own business
Years: all
Dates: Week 1 Session: 1 and 2 April, or Week 2 Session: 8 and 9 April 2026 at Euston Skills Centre
About: Rebel Business School will deliver a short course over two days where they will give young people insight into 1) How to develop business ideas, 2) How to start a business, 3) How to start generating income. All pupils from across Camden are welcome to attend.
Details: Week 1 Boss Mode with Rebel Business School - Easter Lunch Session 2026 (Week 1) – Fill in form; Week 2 Boss Mode with Rebel Business School - Easter Lunch Session 2026 (Week 2) – Fill in form
Action for Conservation (AFC) FREE Summer Camps
Topic: Conservation
Years: Ages 12 to 16
Dates: Monday 4th May deadline
About: Campers take part in exciting activities like stargazing, learn about environmental issues and solutions, and get the opportunity to create amazing friendships.
Details: Find out how to apply here!
Ongoing Opportunities
Aaron Evans Architects
Topic: Architecture, Work Experience
Years: 12 to 13
About: Individually arranged work experience at their London office. Website says they like to offer work experience to sixth form students, but don’t have a set format for it.
Details: http://www.aaronevans.com/Work_Experience
British Army
Topic: Work Experience
Years: 14 to 18 year olds
About: Students keen to explore careers in the Army can book onto our four-day residential work experience. For 14-18 year olds, the programme develops teamwork, leadership, confidence and resilience. This is a great way for students to get a taste of Army life and fully appreciate the wealth of career opportunities.
Details: https://jobs.army.mod.uk/base/
Cambridge Arts Theatre
Topic: Theatre management
Years: ages 16 – 25
About: 1 week placements run throughout the year. Experience will usually include technical, front of house, box office, finance, marketing. Very competitive, so apply as early as possible and at least six months in advance. Application involves sending CV and letter, then an interview.
Details: https://www.cambridgeartstheatre.com/discover-more/work-experience
Camden Rise
Topic: Find out more about what the borough's youth centres and projects have to offer below. For education, careers and training advice, please contact our Careers and Connexions service.
Years: 12 to 19, up to 25 for disabled children and young people
About: Safe, welcoming spaces where you can: meet new people, join fun activities like sports, art, cooking and trips, get support and advice , take part in accredited courses and workshops including the Duke of Edinburgh's (DofE) Award, get involved throughout the year with term-time and school holiday activities, one-to-one help for young people, drug and alcohol support (FWD service), and careers advice (Connexions).
Details: https://www.camdenrise.co.uk/youth-clubs-and-projects
Camden Youth Council
Topic: Community Engagement
Years: students aged 13 to 19
About: Help to represent young people in Camden and make change happen by joining Camden Youth Council. Anyone aged 13 to 19 who lives in Camden or attends a school, college or youth club in Camden, or works here, is eligible to join.
They are always eager to recruit more Youth Council members. These hardworking individuals help us mobilise the youth of Camden in democracy, informing them of the opportunities open to them and tackling key issues they face. They attend meetings with other Camden Youth Council members, the Youth MP and the Deputy Youth MPs.
Details: https://www.camden.gov.uk/have-your-say-with-the-youth-council
Channel 4 Work Experience
Topic: Work Experience
Years: Ages 14+
About: Discover the exciting world of creative careers in TV and Broadcasting. Gain unique insights into what it takes to build a successful national broadcaster like Channel 4. This experience will open your eyes to a variety of roles across the industry and provide meaningful work experience, from technical positions to on-camera roles, and introduce you to the talented people who make it all happen. With over 4,200 participants in the UK already gaining valuable industry knowledge, it's your turn to dive in. Ready to explore and build your creative career? Sign up today!
Details: Click here for more information
Financial Services Career Accelerator
Topic: Finance
Deadline: unspecified
Years: students aged 17+
About: Fitch believes that every young person should have the opportunity to achieve their potential no matter who they are or their background. The Financial services industry can open the doors to so many possibilities even without a university degree. From learning on the job with apprenticeships, or entry-level jobs to taking specialised courses, you can take control of your future by pursuing an exciting career in financial services through their free Financial Services Career Accelerator programme. The Financial Services Career Accelerator is a free accredited 10-week learning programme that includes: ● Professional skills development ● Training for the CISI Level 2 Fundamentals in Financial Services Qualification ● Entrance to the CISI Level 2 exam. ● Opportunities to connect with top UK companies
Know Our Impact (KOI) Youth Board is recruiting!
Topic: Community Impact
Deadline: unspecified
Years: Students aged 11+. Living in North East &North Cumbria and able to attend online and face to face meetings.
About: KOI are a group of young people who work together and take action, bringing meaningful change in mental health, physical health and social wellbeing for young people in a positive way. It is important that young people are heard to make sure that things are effectively working to help them.
Details: To apply, please contact cyp@risenortheast.co.uk
KPMG Work Experience programme
Topic: Work Experience, Consulting
Years: 13
About: student work experience programmes have been designed to help you learn, develop and discover more about what it’s like to work at KPMG. Our programmes are a perfect opportunity for year 13/S5-S6 students to gain professional work experience, get an insight into our diverse teams and explore the variety of career opportunities we offer. We’ll inspire you to grow through your experience with us, helping you to develop new skills, build your confidence, make new friends and broaden your professional network. You’ll get a first-hand view into the projects we work on, the businesses we work with and the work we do that makes a positive difference for our clients, people and the communities we serve. Bring your unique perspective, curiosity and ambitions to our KPMG community, and we’ll empower you to uncover a world of career opportunities.
Details: https://www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/apprentice/work-experience/discovery-work-experience/
Nuffield placements
Topic: Science
Years: 12
About: 4 – 6 week placements over the summer holidays, usually in university research facilities. Over 1,000 placements each year, working alongside professional scientists, technologists, engineers and mathematicians. Probably the most highly regarded experience for would-be science and engineering students. Highly competitive, but no particular grades required. Must be studying STEM subjects at A Level (science, technology, engineering, maths). Preference given to students who are the first in their family to attend university, but anyone can apply
Details: https://www.stem.org.uk/placements
Online subject tasters from the University of Sheffield
Topic: Open Day
About: These subject taster sessions offer you an opportunity to experience a university lecture or seminar, to get a taste of what studying that subject at university is like. Available for Year 12 and 13 students, there are a wide range of subjects to choose from and sessions are delivered online (and some on- campus.)
Details: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/visit/subject-tasters
Open University Free Courses
Topic: Various
About: OpenLearn from the Open University. The Open University are offering a number of free badged courses that cover a range of core subjects and professional competencies essential for the modern workplace. These include “Managing my money for young adults” and “COVID-19: Immunology, vaccines and epidemiology” amongst others.
Details: https://www.open.edu/openlearn/badged-courses
Vodafone
Topic: Telecommunications, Work Experience
Years: unspecified
About: 1 week placement, experience across all departments of the business. Email to register your interest groupworkexperience@vodafone.com