The BBC and Me: What the BBC Does and the Career Opportunities on Offer

Explore BBC virtual work experience and discover how one of the world’s best-known media organisations creates content for television, audio and online. The programme introduces the BBC’s mission, history and role as a public service broadcaster, with a behind-the-scenes look at how news, drama and documentaries are made, what a ‘Digital First’ organisation looks like, and the many different roles involved in bringing ideas to audiences across the UK and worldwide.

You’ll also look at the careers available across journalism, production, business, data, digital, technology, engineering and operations, with examples such as journalist, researcher, scriptwriter, production assistant, systems engineer, data scientist and project manager. The programme includes insights from BBC professionals, guidance on early careers routes such as apprenticeships and entry-level roles, and practical advice on employability skills like communication, teamwork and adaptability.

It is self-paced, can be completed at your own convenience, and awards a certificate of completion once finished.