Milton Keynes City Council have announced the return of their Young People’s Opportunities Fair to help young people not yet in employment, education or training.

The event is scheduled to run between 11am and 3pm on Monday 14 October and will be a free event aimed at young people aged 16-25 that aren’t yet in employment, education, or training. It will be held at MK City Council’s main offices in the Civic part on 1 Saxon Gate East.

Created by the City Council, the Young People’s Opportunities Fair will bring together 19 organisations from across the city. Visitors can drop in to Civic to learn about work experience, traineeships and apprenticeships as well as education and local job opportunities.

Representatives from a wide range of companies, charities and organisations including Milton Keynes University Hospital (MKUH), The Open University (OU), John Lewis, The MK Christian Foundation and the Council itself will be on hand to answer questions and provide information.

The City Council’s Information, Advice and Guidance workers will be there to speak with young people. As well as signposting to local opportunities, they can provide help with CV writing and interview techniques. Anyone looking for additional support will be able to book a personal appointment after the event.

The event is FREE to attend, parents and carers are welcome and no booking is required.

Councillor Joe Hearnshaw, Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, said, “If you’re a young person looking for guidance on local opportunities, this event is for you. From employment through to work experience, further education and volunteering, there is something for everyone. We have so many success stories from past events and want to thank the local businesses and organisations who make this possible.”

Families and young people wishing to learn more about this event or access careers information, advice and guidance can contact [email protected] or call 01908 254 410. For organisations wanting to get involved in future events, please email [email protected].