If you know a teenager who loves nature, the environment or just spending time outside, here’s a chance for them to explore a career working in the great outdoors.
Local young people (aged 13-18) are invited to discover what it’s like to work at The Parks Trust, the charity caring for Milton Keynes’ green spaces.
Students will be able to meet some of the Operational team caring for more than 6,000 acres of landscapes, see the equipment involved, and watch live demonstrations of machinery in action! They’ll also find out about opportunities on offer and how to get involved in caring for nature.
Organised for school leavers as well as secondary school-aged students and their accompanying adults, the Trust’s teams will be at the Education Centre in Howe Park Wood between 1.30-3pm on Thursday 28 May. Find out more at theparkstrust.com/careersshowcase
For young people considering a future career in forestry, arboriculture or landscaping, there’s also a careers-focused walk and talk event in Campbell Park on Monday 8 June.
A day in the life of a Landscape Officer will provide a chance to find out what it’s like to work for The Parks Trust, what the job involves and how to get into this field of work. Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult and spaces must be booked in advance via theparkstrust.com/landscapefocus
Laura Beechey, Outdoor Learning Leader at The Parks Trust says “Our careers events offer an opportunity for young people to think about career options and ideas. We’d love to meet anyone with an interest in working in this field now or in the future. We want people to know what it’s like to be part of the team caring for MK’s amazing parks, woodlands and lakes – and to see what the different roles involve.” And, for teachers discussing career options with students, The Parks Trust have created a fully resourced lesson all about careers at the charity caring for MK’s green spaces.
It includes worksheets and insightful video interviews with experts working in nature services, landscaping, property management, marketing and more on theparkstrust.com/careersinspiration For lots of other inspiring education, visit their website.
