Post-18 choices

Finishing compulsory education when you’re 18 is an exciting time and there are lots of different options to help you pursue your ideal career.

College

Not yet at level 3? Increase your options by continuing at FE College. Look on the post-16 page for local learning.

Degree apprenticeships

If you know what career you want to pursue, you might be able to get a qualification while you are in paid work. You can do a Higher or Degree Apprenticeship in a range of different jobs, without the tuition fees. Read more about degree apprenticeships. 

University

Find resources for choosing a university and a course.

Internships

• Rate My Placement – search and apply for internships and paid placements in the UK
• Target Jobs – job search and internship website for graduates
• Prospects – find jobs and postgraduate study

Jobs

• Southampton Jobs Bulletin – a fortnightly summary of jobs, volunteering and apprenticeship opportunities in and around Southampton
• The government website – allows you to search for jobs by occupation and postcode
• If you need support finding work, perhaps one of our Employment Support Team’s projects can help you
• Popular Job Search sites – see our list of popular job searching websites
• My Way In Campaign – stories and advice from the DWP
• Graduate Employment and Skills Guide – Office for Students guide for students who are about to graduate and are at the start of their career journey

Volunteering

Volunteering is a great way to build up your experience and impress employers. Find out more about volunteering. 

Young Adults Employment Hub

Southampton City Council are working in partnership with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to support the city's young people into training, apprenticeships and employment opportunities with the Young Adults Employment Hub.