In honour of National Work Experience Week 2025, we’re highlighting the importance of hands-on learning and career development.
Work experience provides young individuals with the opportunity to explore various industries, develop essential skills, and discover potential career paths.
We hear from two individuals who gained valuable insights during their work experience with us.
For Theo Wright, his week of work experience with us has had a profound impact, shifting his career aspirations from Sports Science to Civil Engineering.
Theo shared his thoughts on the experience:
“I am really grateful for the opportunity of completing my work experience at Strata. It enabled me to experience a wide range of areas within the engineering industry. I particularly enjoyed the digger simulator! Everyone was welcoming and happy to spend time explaining their role and involving me in the day-to-day aspects of the job. My experience at Strata has changed the direction of my career aspirations from Sports Science to Civil Engineering. Thanks again for great time.”
For Jasmine Ault, her week of work experience with Van Elle provided valuable insights into the behind-the-scenes work of construction projects, as well as an opportunity to experience what it’s like to work in finance.
Jasmine shared her thoughts on the experience:
“Thank you to all at Van Elle for making me feel so welcome. My work experience allowed me to see beyond a building site and understand the amount of work that goes on behind the scenes with construction projects”.
“I was given the opportunity to work with the Finance Team, they allowed me to undertake real tasks which made me feel like I was truly contributing to the business. The team were friendly, helpful and always willing to help me understand the reasons and importance of the tasks I was asked to do. Thank you all!”
The Value of Work Experience
At Van Elle, we believe that work experience is an excellent way to inspire future talent, build confidence, and provide hands-on exposure to the industry.
It allows individuals to gain insight into what a career in the sector truly entails while developing vital skills for the future.
We are proud to support the next generation of professionals and look forward to continuing to offer meaningful work experience opportunities.
Interested in Work Experience?
If you’re interested in gaining valuable work experience with us, please contact us at careers@van-elle.co.uk