TEENAGERS are being invited to a careers event in Oldbury to help them decide what they want to do after school and college.

The Connexions Sandwell Careers Show is for young people aged between 14 and 19 who are thinking about apprenticeships, jobs, Higher Education, alternatives to university or who just want some help to decide on their next steps.

The free event brings up to 25 organisations together at Sandwell Council House in Freeth Street on Saturday, July 14, between 10am and 2pm.

This includes major employers such as Barclays and the Ambulance Service, all offering apprenticeships and training, while local colleges and universities will be on hand to discuss courses.

Connexions Sandwell careers advisers will also be available for impartial careers information, advice and guidance, so young people can discuss their options in details.

Councillor Simon Hackett, the council’s cabinet member for children’s services, said: “These events are really valuable for young people to find out what options are open to them.

“It’s a chance to meet potential employers, find out about what training opportunities and apprenticeships are available and to get some careers advice from our experts.”

For more information about the event, where parents are also welcome, call Connexions Sandwell on 0121 569 2955.