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Work experience for School and College Students
NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) offers an annual science-based work experience programme at some of our centres. It is co-ordinated by our Scientific and Clinical Training and Education team. The programme is for students aged 16-18 years (Years 12-13) who are interested in scientific or laboratory careers. Students must be sponsored to participate by their school or college.
You can apply for work experience by submitting the application form. Applications are now open and will close at 9pm on Monday 7th April 2025.
We are not able to provide feedback on the progress of individual applications. Therefore, if you have not received an offer of a place by Friday 2nd May, unfortunately your application was not successful.
In 2025 we are offering programmes as below:
- Bristol (Filton): 14-18 July 2025
- Bristol (Filton): 21-25 July 2025
- London (Tooting): 02-06 June 2025
Successful applicants can expect:
- to learn about the different departments that support our life saving work and how we support the wider NHS
- to meet colleagues in a variety of scientific and caring roles within our organisation include nursing and donor/patient care positions
- a hands-on practical in our on-site training lab
- an advice session to learn about careers in science, medicine and/or nursing.
Please view our e-Newsletter (2025) Science: Saving and Improving Lives at NHSBT to access:
- Educational resources on the topics of blood donation and blood transfusion for a school and college audience,
- Virtual Blood Centre Tour,
- Advice about career pathways into Biomedical and Clinical Science,
- Information regarding different job opportunities and careers within NHSBT.
