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LifeSkills: Introduction

Discover careers with Barclays and how you could build the skills and confidence to succeed in the world of work.

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Age range

Students aged 13+ are welcome to apply!

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Up to

30-90 mins

worth of content

Overview

This Virtual Work Experience gives you an inside look at Barclays, one of the world's leading banks. You'll find out who Barclays is, how a bank actually works, and what life is like inside a global financial services company. Along the way, you'll build practical life skills and explore the range of roles and early career routes on offer. By the end, you'll understand what a career at Barclays could look like and how your own skills might fit.

What's included

Through this Virtual Work Experience, you will explore key concepts, industry insights, and skills that will prepare you for a future with Barclays. You'll take part in interactive content, quizzes, and fun activities to help build your understanding.
Barclays: Who We Are & Barclays LifeSkills
Webinar: How a Bank Works and What Barclays Does
Inside Barclays
Roles and Early Careers at Barclays
Can I apply to multiple programmes?
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Will I receive a certificate on completion of the programme?

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