Teenagers tell BBC of their hopes and fears as they prepare to start work
Summary
A survey in the UK found that over 40% of teenagers want more chances to gain work experience while in school. Many also said they need better help and advice on how to apply for jobs after finishing their education.Key Facts
- The survey was done online by a company called Survation for the BBC.
- 2,000 teenagers aged 13 to 18 answered questions about work and getting jobs.
- More than four in ten teens want more work experience opportunities at school.
- A similar number want more guidance on how to apply for jobs.
- The Teen Summit project involved following four students from Newcastle trying out work placements.
- The students’ names were Param, McKenzie, Jasmine, and Javaris.
- The project was a partnership between Radio 5 Live and BBC Bitesize.
- The purpose was to understand young people’s hopes and worries as they start working life.
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