Join early-career pros as they share real stories, challenges, and tips on breaking into tech, with support from BCS and live Q and A.
Agenda
2:00pm - Welcome and Introduction
2:10pm - Speaker Presentations: Journeys into Tech
2:50pm - Panel Discussion: Challenges and Lessons Learned
3:20pm - BCS Support and Career Growth Resources
3:40pm - Interactive question and answer Session
3:55pm - Closing Remarks
4:00pm - Event end
Synopsis
This interactive webinar brings together early-career professionals from a variety of backgrounds - including graduates, apprentices, and career changers - who have successfully entered the tech industry.
Through engaging personal stories, attendees will hear how each speaker navigated their unique path, overcame challenges, and leveraged opportunities to build rewarding careers in technology.
Participants will gain valuable insights into multiple entry routes into tech, understand the skills and qualities employers look for, and learn practical strategies for career development.
The session will also highlight how BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, supports aspiring professionals through mentoring schemes, networking events, and a wealth of professional resources.
The event will conclude with an open question and answer session, giving delegates the opportunity to connect directly with speakers, seek tailored advice, and expand their professional network.
By the end of the session, attendees will leave inspired, informed, and empowered to take the next step in their tech career journey.
Our events are for adults aged 16 years and over.
BCS is a membership organisation. If you enjoy this event, please consider joining BCS. You’ll be very welcome. You’ll receive access to many exclusive career development tools, an introduction to a thriving professional community and also help us Make IT Good For Society. Join BCS today
This event is brought to you by: Hertfordshire branch
