– COVID-19 has had a profound impact on young people’s jobs, Drive My Career survey reveals – More than 40% of young people’s jobs affected by COVID – Searching for a job has been significantly more difficult than usual Drive My Career is the employment initiative launched by the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) in
– Job stability is very important to young people, Drive My Career survey reveals – Health care, annual leave and pension scheme are the most valued perks – More than one in three respondents in sectors outside automotive do not feel secure in their job Drive My Career is the employment initiative launched by the National
In April, the demographics of the users visiting the Drive My Career website showed an equal 50/50 gender split for the first time. Drive My Career was developed by NFDA to support automotive retailers in attracting and retaining young people. During these challenging times for the automotive industry and the whole UK economy, when many
Every year, Drive My Career’s member Sytner Group Recruitment Team hosts in collaboration with the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) a Business & Enterprise competition that is open to schools and colleges across the UK. Encouraging students to get creative, the competition challenges them to design, brand and launch what they think is the
Drive My Career members have taken part in the second ‘Apprentice Takeover’ campaign to raise awareness of the multiple apprenticeship opportunities in the retail automotive industry on occasion of the National Apprentice Week 2020 which took place between 3 and 9 of February. Drive My Career is the employment platform launched by the National Franchised
“It is extremely positive to see the success that Drive My Career has had over the past two years with millions of young people reading about a career in the automotive sector”, said Sue Robinson, Director of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), which developed Drive My Career in February 2018. Drive My Career is
Industry networking event for female automotive apprentices aims to make the sector more appealing and accessible to women As part of the drive to close the gender gap in the automotive industry, Shell Helix Motor Oils has sponsored the National Franchised Dealers Association’s (NFDA) first networking day for female apprentice technicians as part of its
Indeed has published their rankings for the top 25 best employers in the UK. Drive My Career member Arnold Clark has made it into the top 25. Here is the list of the top 25 employers in the UK: 1. Rentokil Initial 2. Apple 3. The Agincare Group 4. Wren Kitchens 5. Lush Cosmetics 6.
To continue to support jobseekers and help them understand apprenticeships, traineeships, and specific business sectors, Drive My Career will soon be publishing a Q&A video informing you of everything you want and need to know! Apprenticeships are now a very common route for young people to take after finishing education. It is useful to fully
At the end of September, Marshall Motor Group held its 2019 Apprentice of the Year Awards to recognise the achievements of their young learners. The 10 finalists attended an awards ceremony, along with their family members and managers. The finalists were shortlisted based on a combination of their commitment to their apprenticeships, contribution to their
Drive My Career gives you the best chance to kick-start your career and drive it forward. If you are passionate about something or just want to explore what’s out there, Drive My Career can help you find the best opportunity for you. Explore the wide range of exciting, diverse and financially rewarding opportunities that the retail automotive industry offers.
