There are several sources of careers advice available depending on your personal circumstances.
Connexions is a government initiative developed to support young people in their transition to adulthood and the world of work. The service operates across England and caters for those between the ages of 13-19.
Aimed at all those over the age of 16, Learndirect is a network of online learning and information services. The government sponsored initiative ensures that everyone has access to learning, with the ability to upgrade their skills throughout life. This approach to flexible learning encourages people to study anywhere and at anytime.
Developed by the Department for Work and Pensions, Job Centre Plus is a new initiative that will be completely in place across the country by 2006. Offering a work and benefit service to all those of working age, Job Centre Plus helps people who are able to work find suitable full time, part time, permanent and temporary positions. For those who are unable to work, the service advises on the benefits available.
Active and practical advice comes in the form of a personal advisor who is there to assess the needs of the individual.
Prospects.ac.uk is the official graduate careers website which provides a link to your local graduate careers advisory service. This on-line service allows you to search for current vacancies, provides course information for those who want to continue with their education and allows you to communicate on-line with careers consultants and other graduates. The service also operates a graduate career line which provides information over the phone from specialist higher education careers advisors.
Inside Careers offers a range of comprehensive on-line graduate services. Inside Careers operates a dedicated section specifically for logistics recruitment which offers advice on current graduate vacancies, course providers, company profiles and career advice all of which can be tailored depending on your specific search criteria. By registering for free on the site, you can also access the Inside Careers guide for Logistics and Transport Management 2003-2004.
