The Mini plant in East Oxford is to host this year's Careers Fest, with around 2,000 young people invited to attend.
This is the second year the event has been held in Oxford, bringing together more than 40 exhibitors from across the county. Employers and training providers will share information and advice about apprenticeships, higher education and jobs with youngsters.
Sponsored by trade competition WorldSkills, there will be a have-a-go theme to the activities, with a range of job-related things to try. These include the chance to take blood from an injection simulator and record an ECG from the heart, an electrical wiring challenge, woodwork projects, hair and beauty demonstrations, a motor racing simulator and more.
Simon Farrall, head of training for BMW Group UK, said: “Investment in young people is a key part of our development strategy, and we are delighted to be hosting this year’s Careers Fest at Plant Oxford.”
The event has been organised by Oxford City Learning (OCL). Project director Alison Robb-Webb said: “Careers Fest is a shining example of how a partnership of schools, academies and a further eduction college can provide an enhanced experience for its young people.
"We are certain there’ll be an added buzz of excitement with the event being based at Mini Plant Oxford, with young people and their teachers getting the opportunity to speak directly to such a wide range of employers under one roof.”
Careers Fest 2012 takes place on Tuesday and Wednesday, February 7 and 8, from 9am to 3pm.
