Opportunities in and near Luton

Dr Roberto Alamino explores how AI and machine learning reveal patterns across networks, biology, industry and social systems. See how they support prediction and intervention, where AI falls short, and why it works best alongside scientific modelling and human understanding.

Curious how local decisions really happen? Join Luton Borough Council's work experience to explore local government, build communication and research skills, learn about law and democracy, and boost your CV while working with real civic teams.

Get hands-on with wildlife and seasonal activities at a nature reserve, building your knowledge of conservation, science and bushcraft. Learn to use tools safely during monthly Saturday sessions; the club is for children only.

Explore existentialism through Jean-Paul Sartre’s ideas in a reflective lecture that unpacks what he meant by the philosophy and why it still sparks discussion. Consider how existentialist thought speaks to contemporary audiences.

Spend five days gaining experience with innovative life sciences companies, as one of two Year 12 or Year 13 students selected for the placement. Apply with a CV and covering letter; shortlisted candidates are invited to interview.

Get targeted GCSE support in Maths, English and Science from experienced teachers in small groups of no more than 10. Revise key topics and sharpen exam skills with support matched to your ability, then finish the week with go-karting and a social pizza event.

Support patients and staff across hospital sites in non-clinical roles like befriending, mealtime assistance and dementia companionship. Give what time you can, with duties matched to your experience and availability after mandatory training. Volunteer sites include Watford, Hemel Hempstead, St Albans and Abbots Langley.

Tour both campuses, sit in on subject sessions and talks, and check out guaranteed accommodation options. Registered attendees also get free Uno bus travel, with eligible applicants able to claim mileage reimbursement of up to £100.

Explore evidence-based knowledge of dyslexia, ADHD, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and autism, then test media and research against real-world community contexts. Learn from university students and professionals, and build advocacy, teamwork and public-speaking skills through group problem-solving presentations. Complete the programme to earn a Certificate of Participation.

Complete paid work experience placements during school holidays, alongside up to two weeks of employability training and workshops. You’ll also get a business mentor who supports you through the programme and beyond, with industry-specific streams including tech, STEM and finance.

Explore abdominal organs and muscles through videos, activities and quizzes in a two-week online course. Learn anatomical terminology, trace the gastrointestinal tract and hear an abdominal surgeon explain common problems and treatments. Join discussions with learners worldwide; eligible participants can earn a digital certificate.

Explore what it’s like to study as an undergraduate at Dundee in a two-hour online open evening. Find out more from home before deciding whether to apply or visit in person later on.

Create work around “Magic World” for a global youth art competition, using painting, sculpture, digital art or AI-assisted techniques. Entries are judged for quality and originality, and digital or AI submissions need high-resolution images plus process evidence.

Two taster lectures and an extended Q&A with current students let you explore History and Modern Languages, get a feel for the course’s academic pace and ask about the admissions journey - all online, wherever you’re based.

Work through Python coding scenarios in a live problem-solving workshop led by a university computing lecturer. Practise core programming ideas, build confidence and get a taste of university-level Computer Science. Join online via Zoom and ask questions by microphone or typed comments.

Use current headlines to analyse how media coverage frames migration and belonging, then compare examples across different platforms. Build vocabulary for visual and textual analysis in an interactive discussion about who gets to speak and participate in society.

Explore how Tudor subjects challenged Henry VIII’s authority in a live interactive session led by a University of Portsmouth history lecturer. Trace dissent from rude words between neighbours to printed polemic and propaganda, and weigh how far criticism could threaten royal power.

A legal graduate recruiter leads an online workshop on showing proactivity in law applications. Explore what firms look for, build initiative and practise using real-world scenarios to back up your experience with evidence.

Explore how companies in life sciences and technology raise capital, secure investment and make deals. Goodwin lawyers break down the legal and commercial issues behind mergers and acquisitions, and you can ask them questions directly.

Unpack what commercial awareness means and why law firms value it in this online session. See how to bring business context into training contract applications, assessment days and interview answers, with practical guidance on what firms expect.