Inspiring the next generation
Open doors to construction
Not sure construction is for you? Come and find out.
Each year, we open our doors to students and career changers through work experience, industry placements and school engagement. Last year, we delivered [3,255] hours of work experience and [31] work placements, and reached more than [3,000] people through [15] careers events. We also work with schools and colleges on careers talks and skills workshops. Beyond education, we’ve supported [109] people into work, including veterans returning to civilian life.
Why Try Work Experience or a Placement?
Not sure if construction is right for you? The best way to find out is to experience it for yourself. Work experience and placements at Seddon give you a real insight into the industry, from life on site to the teams behind the scenes in surveying, engineering, design and business support. You’ll see how buildings come together, meet people doing the jobs you’re curious about and pick up practical skills you can’t learn in a classroom. It’s a chance to explore your options, build your confidence and discover where your strengths lie, all before committing to a career path. And for many people, a placement with Seddon is just the start. It’s often the first step towards an apprenticeship or a full-time role with us.
Why it’s worth it
- Try before you decide: explore different roles and see what suits you.
- Real-world experience: see live projects and how a construction business really works.
- Build your CV: stand out to colleges, universities and future employers.
- Learn new skills: teamwork, communication, problem-solving and practical know-how.
- Make connections: meet people who can offer advice, references and future opportunities.
- A foot in the door: many of our apprentices and employees started with a placement.
