Speakers for Schools · 2022
This report analyses video feedback from 202 young people who completed virtual work experience placements through Speakers for Schools to assess the value of online placements. Key findings show that virtual work experience helps young people gain career insights, develop essential skills such as teamwork and communication, and build self-efficacy and confidence. Around 60% of participants said virtual placements helped them learn about different careers and employers, and 43% reported a boost in confidence. The report argues that virtual work experience can deliver many of the same benefits as in-person placements and should be considered a valued part of careers education.