Blog Archives

Connect with your Future Workforce this November – Scottish Careers Week and Creative Careers Week

29/10/2025

November presents many opportunities for employers and partners to connect with young people, inspiring the future workforce and influencing young people’s career and academic decisions. No matter what sector, explore how your organisation can get involved.

Academic Year 24/25 - DYW Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian's Annual Report is Now Live

23/10/2025

DYW Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian are delighted to share our annual report from the 25/26 academic year. This year’s report gives a snapshot of what we’ve achieved together – from new employer partnerships to the many meaningful encounters delivered across our schools. It also includes feedback and insights that highlight the real value of DYW activity for employers, educators and young people alike.

Employability Skills – Teaching Young People to use AI Effectively

21/10/2025

DYW Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian encourages employers and partners from all sectors to help prepare young people for the world of work through employability skills sessions – enabling young people to feel confident in their future job searches through mock interviews, CV writing sessions and more.

Inspiring Creativity Across The Region – Discover! Creative Careers

21/10/2025

DYW Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian takes pride in inspiring the next generation of talent across all Scotland’s industries, including the creative industries. With Discover! Creative Careers having recently launched in Scotland, there couldn’t be a better time to highlight some creative activities that have taken place in our region lately.

RAF Workforce Lessons

13/10/2025

When we think of careers education, uniforms, satellite towers, and mission briefings might not be the first things that come to mind. But for young people considering the armed forces—or even just exploring how their strengths might shape their future—experiences led by organisations like the Royal Air Force can provide unique and high-impact opportunities to build workplace skills.

Autumn Live Opportunities Event - Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian

3/10/2025

At DYW Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian we are excited to launch our upcoming DYW Autumn Live Opportunities Event on Tuesday 18th November at the Assembly Rooms.
The aim of the event is connect young people with employers and partners with live and upcoming opportunities.

When:  Tuesday 18th November 2025 12:30pm – 4:30pm
Where: Assembly Rooms, George Street, Edinburgh   