The Programme gives 13 to 18 year olds across the UK hands-on insight into DESNZ’s work as part of a long-term commitment to social mobility and widening participation.

From September 2026, every state school pupil in England under 16 will need to complete ten days of workplace experience under the government's new work experience guarantee.

We surveyed 1,277 young people aged 13 to 21 on career stress, salary and AI. Here's what the Gen Z Careers Report 2026 found, and what it means for employers.

Springpod's 2026 Social Value Whitepaper, independently verified with Social Value Portal, measures the impact of Virtual Work Experience on young people and society as a whole.

By the time most early careers campaigns have launched, they’re already too late. In our latest webinar, we brought together employers, DEI leaders and young people to discuss the disconnect between employers trying to reach early talent, and the young people who have already written them off.

We’ve released six new product updates that transform the student experience, giving our partners proper visibility into their engagement.

The Royal Air Force has partnered with Springpod to launch a new, nationally scalable virtual work experience programme. It marks the first time any of the Armed Forces have adopted this approach, opening up opportunities to thousands of young people across the country.

We had the incredible opportunity to bring together employers, educators, social impact leaders and young people in the same room at the House of Lords to trigger meaningful conversations around work experience. 

See how virtual work experience can help solve some of the most common challenges for early careers teams

Explore the latest innovations in digital work experience and what they mean for employers looking to attract, engage and prepare early talent.

Discover how digital transformation is reshaping Early Careers and Talent Development, from AI recruitment to virtual work experience and continuous learning.

With interest in apprenticeships growing, there are far more students applying than there are available opportunities. We’ve put together 5 actionable tips to help prepare young people for apprenticeship success, improving your talent pipeline and quality of hire.

Wanting to extend access to high-quality work experience to more students, the University of Liverpool launched their AI Micro-Internship programme, in partnership with Springpod and Accenture, prioritising scale, inclusion and real-world relevance.

The early careers landscape is undergoing a huge transformation, one that’s continuing to expand with a generation of digital natives and the increasing use of AI. Meanwhile, Early Careers teams are struggling to future-proof processes and deliver results that scale.

When you look at a CV, you mostly see the past. Exam grades, job titles, a neat list of responsibilities. This has always been the way of doing it. But is that enough? It certainly was not for Siemens.

Career-connected learning platform launches in Rhode Island

Initiative launched with support from a $3.7 million federal earmark championed by U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse

When a group of senior Early Careers leaders from global brands gather around a table overlooking Tower Bridge, you expect good conversation. Springpod’s roundtable delivered just that, with leaders sharing insights and predictions on the future of Early Careers and what organisations need to consider as the landscape evolves.

The Shift is for those driving change in early careers, social mobility, and social impact. It’s for employers, educators, and partners committed to helping young people become career ready and giving students access to opportunities that shape their futures.

Springpod, the online careers platform helping students discover university courses and career paths through immersive experiences, has entered a new strategic partnership with Jisc to expand access for UK universities. Through the agreement, institutions can now procure Springpod via Jisc’s Licence Subscriptions Manager (LSM)

Accenture, Marriott UK and Movement to Work (MtW), in partnership with Springpod, have come together to launch an innovative new model of virtual-to-reality work experience and skills development, designed to help young people from underserved communities find their path into employment.

Open days light the spark but too often, that spark fades once students head home. To truly convert interest into intention, universities need to think beyond the event itself. This blog explores how authentic storytelling, timely follow-up, and confidence-led communication can sustain momentum and help prospective students see themselves belonging on your campus.

Only 1% of early career applicants get hired - leaving thousands rejected. Discover what employers truly owe candidates and how skills-based learning can transform rejection into opportunity.

How ESG shapes businesses, drives social impact, and attracts the next generation of talent.

Explore careers at Barclays with Springpod’s interactive virtual Hub, gaining real-world skills and insights to shape your future.

Measure the real-world impact of your initiatives with SROI, turning social value into clear, actionable insights for business and society.

Empowering students to explore sustainable energy careers through hands-on virtual experiences with Drax and Springpod.

Measuring and maximising social impact through data-driven insights with Springpod and GIST Impact.

Expanding equitable work-based learning in the U.S. with Springpod and ASA’s $2.5M investment.

Proving the impact of Virtual Work Experience: £98M social value and measurable career outcomes.

Helping universities showcase courses as career-launching opportunities to attract and engage future students.

Championing high-quality virtual work experience to widen access, boost career confidence, and support the next generation of diverse talent.

Putting students at the centre of early careers, measuring real impact, and shaping meaningful opportunities that build confidence, skills, and social value.

Partnering with Movement to Work to make high-quality, flexible work-based learning accessible, inclusive, and impactful for every young person.

Bridging the opportunity gap: How Virtual Work Experience, employer engagement, and measurable impact are tackling youth unemployment and supporting NEET young people.

Experience Everything: Springpod brings students, policymakers, and employers together at the House of Commons to explore, inspire, and launch AI-powered career readiness tools.