{"id":14750,"date":"2021-10-11T09:34:10","date_gmt":"2021-10-11T09:34:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com\/?p=14750"},"modified":"2022-05-11T10:39:28","modified_gmt":"2022-05-11T00:39:28","slug":"what-is-virtual-work-experience-should-you-do-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com\/what-is-virtual-work-experience-should-you-do-it\/","title":{"rendered":"What is \u2018Virtual Work Experience\u2019 & Should You Do It?"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 3<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>

In a year of lockdowns, social distancing, remote learning and remote working \u2013 we\u2019ve all had to adapt to new ways of doing things! Many young people, hungry to get their first taste of work experience, have had to put plans on hold indefinitely.<\/p>\n

But what if there was a way to get some exposure to the workplace and career of your dreams without leaving your house?<\/em><\/p>\n

Remote work<\/a> seems destined to become more prominent in the years ahead \u2013 virtual work experience might be the chance to get experience not only of the workplace but of what remote work could look like.<\/p>\n

Hold On, What Exactly is Virtual Work Experience?<\/h4>\n

Also referred to as online, remote, or digital work experience, virtual work experience can help you develop your knowledge within a specific industry and learn about the different roles you might get involved with.<\/p>\n

Programs can be pretty varied, depending on where you\u2019re at in your school journey and what the program aims to deliver. Some might last for one day, and others can last as long as two weeks, where you\u2019ll complete a set amount of \u2018logged\u2019 hours during that timeframe.<\/p>\n

Virtual work experience programs are usually a blend of:<\/p>\n

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  • Live webinars and Q&As with professionals from the industry<\/li>\n
  • Mentoring from industry professionals from the workplace you\u2019re matched with<\/li>\n
  • Virtual workplace tours<\/li>\n
  • Small projects and activity work<\/li>\n
  • Reading assignments, interactive videos and knowledge assessments<\/li>\n
  • Guidance on career pathways and next steps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    3 Benefits of Virtual Work Experience Programs<\/h4>\n

    We know in a world of social distancing and lockdowns, doing yet another<\/em> thing online might not seem that exciting.<\/p>\n

    We don\u2019t think you should see virtual work experience as taking over from face-to-face experience, but it can definitely help you during these changing times!<\/p>\n

    Here are three benefits that make them worth exploring:<\/p>\n

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    1. Developing the right skills for the future of work: <\/strong>As mentioned, remote work has been steadily increasing for a few years, and the pandemic has accelerated the number of people working in this way. It\u2019s definitely here to stay! A virtual work experience program can help you prepare for what this will be like. It\u2019s a great way to challenge yourself and develop the skills you need to meet our changing world of work.<\/li>\n
    2. Helping you to make career decisions: <\/strong>Lots of work experience programs in school or university only allow you to take part once, maybe twice a year, and you need to be incredibly selective about what you do \u2013 if you even get a say!. Virtual work experience allows you to get more experience across different roles, learn about different sectors and contribute to your decision making for future opportunities! Because virtual programs can be short \u2013 anywhere from half a day and up \u2013 they give you a chance to get more exposure and plan for the areas you want to get more experience in when you can!<\/li>\n
    3. Opening up global opportunities: <\/strong>Because they\u2019re virtual, you can participate in programs from anywhere in the world! Many are self-paced, and there is lots of recorded content out there for you to dive straight into. Virtual work experience has the potential to take you anywhere in the world and get access to work environments, people and companies you might not otherwise.
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    4. Accessibility for all: <\/strong>Beyond boosting your knowledge and transferable skills, virtual work experience opens the door wide in terms of accessibility for a much greater range of young people. No matter what you\u2019re ability, availability, or current skillset, there\u2019s bound to be an online program that can help get you started on the first steps to the career of your dreams.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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