Can your organisation support a school careers event?

A number of schools across the west region have upcoming careers events that are looking for employers to get involved.

These events are a great opportunity to meet young people, showcase your industry and help them learn more about the career pathways available.

Take a look at the upcoming school careers events and find an event your organisation could support.

We’re supporting Scottish Careers Week 2026, bringing people, employers, educators and communities together to explore the opportunities shaping Scotland’s future.

Click here to find out more and get involved. Don't forget to use the hashtag ScotCareersWeek26

A huge thank you to all the employers who have signed up to support the event on 16th–17th November at West College Scotland, Clydebank Campus.

We look forward to welcoming our employer partners for two days of hands on STEM activities, inspiring S2–S4 pupils and showcasing the exciting career opportunities available across STEM industries.

The DYW Pledge gives employers the opportunity to support young people as they take their next steps into the world of work, while also helping businesses develop future talent and address skills gaps.

There are lots of ways to get involved, including:

Work placements, mock interviews and school engagement
Apprenticeships and work-based learning opportunities
Supporting inclusive and sustainable employment
Sharing your experience and encouraging other employers to get involved

We want to hear from more of our Pledge partners about their experiences and the difference employer engagement can make.

Want to find out more or get involved? 
Visit the DYW Pledge website or email info@dywwest.co.uk

As part of this month’s DXC Digital Futures Academy, pupils visited the University of the West of Scotland for an exciting day of interactive technology sessions!

Pupils took part in activities and demonstrations across creative technologies, computing, games and simulations, exploring a range of digital skills and potential future career pathways.

The sessions included:
Animation, Visualisation and VFX
VR and Interactive Visualisation
Retro Games and Games Development
Simulation Lab
Drones and Robotics

A huge thank you to Dr. Soheeb Khan, his colleagues and the student volunteers at UWS for welcoming the pupils and providing such an engaging and hands on experience!

We’re excited to launch our new partnership with Howden, giving S2 pupils hands on experience of the engineering industry and the career opportunities it offers.

The first session saw pupils from Dumbarton Academy, Trinity High School and Renfrew High School take part in a factory tour before putting their skills to the test in an engineering challenge to design and create their own parachutes.

It’s been a brilliant start to the programme, with plenty more to come!

A big thank you to the Howden team for making this new partnership possible.

We’re supporting Scottish Careers Week 2026, bringing people, employers, educators and communities together to explore the opportunities shaping Scotland’s future.

Click here to find out more information and how to get involved. Don't forget to use the hashtag ScotCareersWeek26

Vale of Leven Academy is looking for employers in the Energy Sector to support its Skills for Work Energy class by taking part in mock interviews for S4 pupils.

The pupils have already developed their CV writing and application skills and have gained a good understanding of the range of career opportunities available within the energy sector.

This is a great opportunity for employers to share their experience, help young people build confidence and prepare them for future careers.

To get involved, contact Jan McMahon at jan.mcmahon@dywwest.co.uk

Ferguson Marine is currently recruiting for their January 2027 apprenticeship intake, with up to 12 apprenticeship opportunities available for young people looking to begin a career in the marine industry. 

Apprenticeship opportunities will be available in Welding and Fabrication, providing successful applicants with valuable hands on experience while developing practical skills and working towards a career within the industry.

To be eligible to apply, applicants should have achieved the following qualifications:

• Maths: National 4 at Grade B or above
• English: National 5 at Grade B or above
• Science or Technical: National 5 at Grade B or above

The closing date for applications is 6th November 2026.

To request an application form, please email apprenticeships@fergusonmarine.com before the closing date.

VirtRural is a free virtual event taking place on Wednesday 11th November, giving pupils across Scotland the opportunity to discover careers and explore opportunities within the land based, nature and environmental sectors. 

Taking place from 10.20am to 2.30pm, the event is suitable for school classes and teachers, as well as careers advisors, parents and DYW coordinators.

The event provides an opportunity to learn more about the range of career pathways available and discover where a career in these exciting sectors could lead.

Click here to find out more and register for the VirtRural event