- Employer-Led Plcements Every placement is co-designed with our hiring partners — you’re building the skills they need from day one.
- Wrap-Around Support: You won’t navigate this alone — we support you through every step from application to placement.
- Direct Pathway to Employment: Outstanding placements convert into job offers and apprenticeships — this is the first step, not a dead end.
- Freeport East Corridor Access: Get inside the businesses driving East Anglia’s fastest-growing sectors — from Felixstowe to Harwich to Stowmarket
- Free to You: There is no cost to candidates — our programme is fully supported.
Real Work. Real Employers. Real Pathways.
Supply Chain & Logistics Construction & Built IndustriesCreative Digital Industry Self-Employed Business Management
Gain real workplace experience with employers across East Anglia — and discover the career pathway that’s right for you.
Transform your ambitions and aspirations into career opportunities with our employer-co-designed programmes that deliver real-world competencies across several industries including digital skills with guaranteed pathways into employment or entrepreneurship.
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What is the Outstanding Futures™ Work Experience Programme?
More than a placement. A structured pathway into employment.
Our Work Experience Programme is not the standard two-week school placement. It is a structured, employer-led opportunity designed to put you inside a real business — working with real teams, on real challenges — with the wrap-around support to convert that experience into employment or an apprenticeship.
Every placement is co-designed with our employer partners to ensure you develop the competencies they actually need to build a career.
Whether you are a school leaver exploring your options, a career changer looking for a fresh start, or someone who learns better by doing than sitting in a classroom — this programme is designed for you.
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We offer structured employer-led placements with wrap-around support designed to build your confidence, develop your skills, and open the door to real employment across East Anglia’s fastest-growing sectors.
Your Direct Route Into Employment.
Don’t just observe – Get hired.
Our employer-led placements give you the real-world experience employers are actually looking for — while putting you directly in front of the businesses who need your talent.
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Freequently Asked Questions
Our Work Experience Tracks
Real Opportunities in East Anglia’s Key Growth Sectors
Each placement is a focused, structured opportunity inside a real business. We offer employer-led work experience in the following sectors:
Key Benefits:
- Supply Chain & Logistics:Gain hands-on experience inside one of the Freeport East corridor’s most in-demand sectors. Work with employers across Felixstowe, Harwich and Stowmarket — and discover a direct pathway into our Supply Chain Management Apprenticeship programme.
- Construction & Built Industries: Get inside a live construction environment and develop the foundational skills and workplace competencies that employers in the region are actively recruiting for.
- Digital Services: Experience the pace of a digital business — from marketing and content to operations and customer service. Ideal for anyone considering a career in the region’s growing digital economy.
- Creative Services: Work alongside creative professionals and develop the practical portfolio and industry knowledge that opens doors in media, design, communications and beyond.
- Business Management: Experience the inner workings of an SME — from operations and admin to customer relations and business development. A grounding in how businesses actually function day to day.
- Expert Mentorship: Learn directly from seasoned industry practitioners who bring real-world experience.
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How It Works
Real Placements. Real Outcomes. Real Futures.
See how our candidates are building careers across East Anglia.
Don’t just take our word for it. Hear from the candidates who came through our programme and the employers who hired them.
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Join the Next Generation of Talent.
Connect with us to begin your journey to a new career.
Our team is here to guide you. Register your interest below and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss your eligibility and career goals.
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“I didn’t know what I wanted to do — I just knew I needed to be doing something real. Outstanding Futures placed me with a logistics company in Felixstowe for six weeks. I hope to secure a full-time role. I didn’t see that coming.”
— G.A., WEX Candidate”
George A
WEX Candidate
“We’ve taken on a Work Experience Candidate from Outstanding Futures and they have proven to be a great asset to our small business. The candidate came in well-prepared, motivated and with a clear understanding of what the sector needed. We’ll be taking more”
— J.S., Local Employer”
John S.
Local Business Owner
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Fill in the short form below and a member of our team will be in touch within 24 hours to discuss your eligibility and placement options.
What Happens After You Apply?
Our EASY Placement Process
From Expression of Interest to Placement
All our Work Experience Opportunities are focused on providing practical in-work skills that enables you to build a portfolio to showcase your competencies.
- STEP 1 — We Review Your Application:
Our team reviews every application personally. You’ll hear from us within 24 hours.
- STEP 2 — Join Our WEX Webinar:
You’ll be invited to attend our next Work Experience Webinar — where we walk you through current placements, what to expect, and how we support you.
- STEP 3 — Interview:
If there’s a match, you’ll be invited for a short interview — either online or in-person. We’ll prepare you every step of the way.
- STEP 4 — Start Your Placement:
You’ll be introduced to your employer and confirmed for your start date. Your Outstanding Futures™ support continues throughout your placement.
Whether you’re a looking for Work Experience or an Apprenticeship, this is your very first step in understanding what employers are looking for and how you can prepare for your career advancement and thrive in today’s competitive economic landscape.
Our team reviews every application personally. You’ll hear from us within 24 hours.
You’ll be invited to attend our next Work Experience Webinar — where we walk you through current placements, what to expect, and how we support you.
If there’s a match, you’ll be invited for a short interview — either online or in-person. We’ll prepare you every step of the way.
You’ll be introduced to your employer and confirmed for your start date. Your Outstanding Futures™ support continues throughout your placement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Work Experience & Apprenticeships
Frequency Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
This is a unique opportunity for YOU to embark on a new career journey for SUCCESS.
Our Work Experience & Apprenticeship Pathways are co-designed with industry experts and employers to ensure you learn the exact skills and tools that are in demand. This makes you highly competitive and more likely to secure a job or grow your business after completing a programme.
Below are some answered questions and everything you need to know about our Work Experience Programme. If you have a question that isn’t answered here, get in touch directly — we’re always happy to talk.
A: Our Work Experience Programme is a structured, employer-led placement with a business. Unlike standard work experience, every placement is co-designed with our employer partners to ensure you develop skills that are genuinely in demand — with a clear pathway to employment or an apprenticeship at the end.
A: Our programme is open to anyone aged 16 and over who is motivated, reliable, and ready to commit to a real workplace experience. Whether you’re a school leaver, a career changer, or someone returning to work — if you’re ready to take it seriously, we want to hear from you.
A: No. Our Work Experience Programme is completely free to candidates. There are no hidden fees, no course costs and no financial commitment required.
A: We currently offer placements in Supply Chain & Logistics, Construction & Built Industries, IT & Digital Services, Creative Industries, Customer Services and Business Management. New placements are added regularly — register your interest to be kept informed.
A: Placement lengths vary depending on the employer and sector. Most placements run between two to eight weeks with the possibility for an extension to sixteen weeks. Full details will be confirmed during your webinar and interview process.
A: That is our aim for every candidate. Outstanding Futures’ placements are actively converted into job offers and apprenticeship pathways. Our Supply Chain & Logistics track has a direct route into a fully funded Government Supply Chain & Logistics Apprenticeship programme.
A: You will have a dedicated Outstanding Futures™ support contact throughout your placement. We provide pre-placement preparation, check-ins during your placement, and post-placement guidance to help you convert your experience into your next step.
A: Yes — we welcome applications from candidates aged 16 and over. Placements for under 18s are managed in line with our Safeguarding Policy, available in full on our website.
A: A Work placement or Apprenticeship needs to be treated as a job and as such, you will be required to adhere to the working schedule of the employer. This will differ from employer to employer and this will be communicated to you if you are successful in landing a placement The time commitment for each placement varies, but, typically, they are structured to be a working day schedule.
A: Simply fill in the application form above. You will receive an email directly in your inbox with clear instructions on your next steps – attend an information session online, apply for a placement to your preferred sector, attend an interview and start your placement. If required, a member of our team will be in touch within to discuss your options.
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Work Experience & Apprenticeships
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Frequently Asked Questions
This is a unique opportunity for YOU to embark on a new career journey for SUCCESS.
Our Work Experience & Apprenticeship Pathways are co-designed with industry experts and employers to ensure you learn the exact skills and tools that are in demand. This makes you highly competitive and more likely to secure a job or grow your business after completing a programme.
Below are some answered questions and everything you need to know about our Work Experience Programme. If you have a question that isn’t answered here, get in touch directly — we’re always happy to talk.
A: Our Work Experience Programme is a structured, employer-led placement with a business. Unlike standard work experience, every placement is co-designed with our employer partners to ensure you develop skills that are genuinely in demand — with a clear pathway to employment or an apprenticeship at the end.
A: Our programme is open to anyone aged 16 and over who is motivated, reliable, and ready to commit to a real workplace experience. Whether you’re a school leaver, a career changer, or someone returning to work — if you’re ready to take it seriously, we want to hear from you.
A: No. Our Work Experience Programme is completely free to candidates. There are no hidden fees, no course costs and no financial commitment required.
A: We currently offer placements in Supply Chain & Logistics, Construction & Built Industries, IT & Digital Services, Creative Industries, Customer Services and Business Management. New placements are added regularly — register your interest to be kept informed.
A: Placement lengths vary depending on the employer and sector. Most placements run between two to eight weeks with the possibility for an extension to sixteen weeks. Full details will be confirmed during your webinar and interview process.
A: That is our aim for every candidate. Outstanding Futures’ placements are actively converted into job offers and apprenticeship pathways. Our Supply Chain & Logistics track has a direct route into a fully funded Government Supply Chain & Logistics Apprenticeship programme.
A: You will have a dedicated Outstanding Futures™ support contact throughout your placement. We provide pre-placement preparation, check-ins during your placement, and post-placement guidance to help you convert your experience into your next step.
A: Yes — we welcome applications from candidates aged 16 and over. Placements for under 18s are managed in line with our Safeguarding Policy, available in full on our website.
A: A Work placement or Apprenticeship needs to be treated as a job and as such, you will be required to adhere to the working schedule of the employer. This will differ from employer to employer and this will be communicated to you if you are successful in landing a placement The time commitment for each placement varies, but, typically, they are structured to be a working day schedule.
A: Simply fill in the application form above. You will receive an email directly in your inbox with clear instructions on your next steps – attend an information session online, apply for a placement to your preferred sector, attend an interview and start your placement. If required, a member of our team will be in touch within to discuss your options.
Ready to Take Your First Step?
Apply today as spaces are limited.