How many work experience opportunities does the BBC have?
The BBC provides over 1000 Work Experience opportunities every year, right across the organisation: from Radio or TV to Business and Support. They are your chance to use cutting edge equipment, make contacts – even see how well your ideas are received. Just remember to be professional and ask lots of questions.
What happens if you have been employed by the BBC for 12 months?
If you have been employed by the BBC within the last 12 months, we are unable to progress your application, as the purpose of BBC Work Experience is to introduce people to the BBC and its various jobs. Instead, take a look at our current vacancies. I am having issues with my application. How do I get help?
Can you get work experience in the UK?
Work experience placements are only available in the UK. We only accept applications from people who have already obtained the right to work in the UK. For more information on work permits please visit the Home Office website.
What should be included in a BBC careers profile?
At the heart of our BBC recruitment process is your careers profile. Your careers profile is a bit like an online CV and is similar to your LinkedIn profile (if you have one) and includes details of your skills, experiences, work history and contact details.
What kind of work does the BBC do?
It is increasingly a digital first service – providing audiences with video, digital, mobile and social content. Many of our language services offer TV bulletins and programmes, and our bilingual correspondents and language staff play a key role in reporting for BBC News.
How big is the audience for the BBC World Service?
The World Service Group, all the international parts of the BBC, has a weekly audience of over 265 million people around the world. The BBC reports from more locations than any other international broadcaster, and increasingly we’re training up bilingual reporters, who can bring us the story in English and another language.
How does the Careers hub work at the BBC?
The Careers Hub is our online recruitment system which allows you to apply for placement, find out more about the BBC and interact with Recruiters, managers and existing employees. The great thing about the Careers Hub is that it allows you to create your careers profile where you can: