16 – 18 years
Take your careers research to the next level with the information on GMACS.
Explore Beeline
Beeline is a new digital service, available as part of the Greater Manchester Baccalaurate. It could help you discover your pathway to a job in Greater Manchester. Explore Beeline 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.
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.
Virtual Work Experience and Opportunities with JD
Dominate the High Street – Virtual Work Experience with JD This virtual work experience programme from JD features over 6 hours of content and explores lots of different roles available at JD, and how you can get involved. In the programme, you could uncover JD’s...
Addleshaw Goddard Legal Explorer programme
The Addleshaw Goddard Legal explorer programme is an academic year-long opportunity for Year 12 students in London, Leeds and Manchester from social mobility backgrounds that are interested in learning more about careers in law. During the programme, students receive:...
City Careers – Free 10 week employment support programme
City Careers is a free programme which aims to help young people aged 16-25 into employment, education, or training. With both physical and mental well-being at the core of City Careers, participants have the opportunity to holistically develop and upskill their...
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.
Online Webinar: Apprenticeship Insights & Application Masterclass with bp
Date: 21/10/2025
Time: 6:30pm-7:30pm
Suitable for: Years 10-13
Join this exclusive webinar to discover how a bp apprenticeship could be your first step into a world of opportunity.
Green Skills Careers Fair
Date: 04/11/2025
Time: 10:30am-1pm
Suitable for: Anyone interested in a career in the green sector
This event is all about celebrating the exciting opportunities sustainable careers have to offer and encouraging local people to explore roles that contribute to a greener future.
Online Webinar: Women in STEM at bp: Your STEM Career Starts Here!
Date: 04/11/2025
Time: 6:30pm-7:30pm
Suitable for: Those in years 10-13 who identify as female
Join this powerful online session where you’ll meet the women already making their mark at bp through apprenticeships.
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.
Black History Month: Greater Manchester Organisations That Could Support You
Black History Month is an important time to reflect on the history of black people, and how their influence has shaped the lives of many today. It’s also an opportunity to celebrate not just individuals’ successes, but the organisations created by black people that...
Halloween 2025: Exploring The MBacc Gateways with Iconic Halloween Characters
As you know GMACS is a site that gives you information on all things education and employment in Greater Manchester. But as it’s spooky season, imagine if some of the most iconic Halloween were ready to start afresh and put their wicked ways behind them. Imagine...
T Levels Week 2025: Game Changing Industry Placements
It’s T Levels Week here on GMACS and for our last article for the week, we’re moving on to one of the most exciting parts about T Levels: the industry placement. In this article, we’ll cover all the benefits of this game changing part of the T Level qualification....
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.
