Workplace shadowing and experience

We know that choosing a future career can be an exciting and sometimes overwhelming experience and it’s important that you explore all of your options before making a decision.

Whether you always knew you wanted to work in the NHS or you’re thinking about it for the first time now, workplace shadowing and work experience are a great way to learn more about the different careers available.

Our unpaid placements can last for up to one week and will give you a real insight into how our services operate day-to-day, the types of healthcare problems we diagnose and treat, and how we transform the lives of each and every one of our service users.

If you’re considering a future in healthcare, get in touch with our team to find out about our workplace shadowing and experience opportunities.

Email honorary.contracts@berkshire.nhs.uk 

Who can apply

Workplace shadowing and experience are available to anyone aged 16 or over who is resident in and attends school or college in the Berkshire area or an adult who is resident in the local area and UK citizen.

If you’re aged 16-17, please make sure that your application is signed by both your parent or guardian and your tutor or careers officer.

There’s a lot of demand on our placements so - if you’re in higher education - we can only accept applications to shadow the service you’re becoming qualified in.