Royal Geographical Society Careers Using Geography Virtual Work Experience

Try a free virtual work experience programme from the Royal Geographical Society, powered by Springpod, and explore how geography creates career opportunities across a wide range of sectors. The programme connects you with professional geographers and shares real stories from people doing real jobs, showing how geographical skills can open doors to exciting possibilities.

Across five interactive modules, you will learn how geographers use mapping technologies, analyse data and apply practical skills to help understand natural hazards, plan cities and improve resource security. You can complete real-world tasks and projects at your own pace, with access to expert-led content and pre-recorded talks from industry professionals.

The experience is designed to be engaging, flexible and accessible, giving you the chance to build workplace skills, gain insight into geographical careers and discover the difference geography can make to society and the planet. You will also receive a completion certificate once you finish the programme.