16 – 18 years
Take your careers research to the next level with the information on GMACS.
Explore the MBacc gateway resources
The Greater Manchester Baccalaureate could help you discover your pathway to a job in Greater Manchester. Explore the resources by clicking below.
Discover the top industries in Greater Manchester
Find out which sectors in GM are growing quickly, research the top employers, and see which pathways you could take to start your career. There’s also some information about the top jobs in each sector.
Find out more about education and training
If you’re thinking about staying in education or you’d like to know more about the training courses you could take, research your options on GMACS.
Use Xello to explore your options
Xello is a tool that you can use to research your career and education options and build your own career profile. It’s available for free to every state high school and college in Greater Manchester, so you’ll need to get access through your college. Once you’ve got access, you can use it to explore your career options and think about what you’d like to do.
Get started with opportunities and support
Greater Manchester has lots of opportunities for you to experience working life or volunteer with a local organisation to get valuable skills. Plus, there’s loads of support you can access – from help with interview prep to free skills boosters. See some opportunities specifically for your age group below.
Generation Changemaker: Recognising Young Changemakers
Applications for Ashoka's Generation Changemaker (GenC) are now open — a new network recognising and supporting 13–18 year olds in the UK & Ireland who are making a positive impact in their communities. At a time when the skills of tomorrow aren’t technical —...
Commonword Identity Writers Group
Identity is a group where Global Majority* writers can share their creative writing, discuss literature and learn about opportunities and events. Identity has long played a key role in nurturing black and Asian writers based in Manchester and in the north of England...
TripleC Youth Theatre for Young People who are Deaf, Disabled and/or Neurodivergent (DDN)
• Do you love to perform?• Do you enjoy all things creative and using your imagination?• Are you looking for a high quality, fun space where they can make friends? TripleC Youth Theatre sessions are led by professional actors and directors who work in TV and theatre....
Our Pass, more than just a bus pass…
If you’re aged 16-18 in GM, you could get Our Pass, a membership scheme for young people that gives you free bus travel, discounted tram travel, and exclusive discounts and offers.
Discover exciting careers events in your community
There’s lots of events on offer near you, whether you want to meet prospective employers, learn more about further education or get mentoring and other support. See events tailored for your age group here or see what’s happening in your area.
Ace Your Job Interview Workshop! – Pathway CTM
Date: 29/05/2025
Time: 10am-12pm
Suitable for: 16+
Join this EduQAte Employability workshop where you will have the opportunity to gain practical skills to help you ace your job interview.
Etihad Stadium Jobs Fair
Date: 03/06/2025
Time: 9:30am-5:30pm
Suitable for: 16+
Are you a local Manchester resident? Are you looking for a new job, training or support with employment? Join the Etihad Stadium Jobs Fair, at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday 3 June 2025.
InnovateHer with MONY Skills Workshop
Date: 11/06/2025
Time: 9:15am-9:55am
Suitable for: Year 8s and above
Join InnovateHer for a free, 40-minute interactive workshop with MONY (previously MoneySuperMarket) - designed to empower students with essential financial knowledge and skills.
Hear from people like you on our blog
Our blog has posts and articles from young people sharing their experiences. We also have expert advice from people already working in industry.
The GMACS Part-Time Job Guide Part 1: How to Find Part-Time Work
Welcome to the first part of our two-part guide all about part time jobs. In this guide, we’ll help you explore all your options as you start to navigate the world of work. In the first part, we’ll cover how you go about finding part time work. Let’s dig in!Working,...
Travelling Safely and Responsibly During the Easter Holidays
The Greater Manchester TravelSafe Partnership are encouraging young people across the region to travel safely and responsibly when out and about during the Easter Holidays. A new campaign, which includes CCTV footage of real-life crime and anti-social behaviour (ASB)...
Early Years and Education Apprentices Share Their Career Journeys
“You're just so proud because the children learn new things every day”: in this article, early years and education apprentices share their career journeys to date. A job in early education and childcare is unique and rewarding. You get to be part of a child’s early...
Read about real people’s careers
You can learn a lot from reading about other people’s experiences in the workplace and the career options they chose to get there. Explore some examples below.
