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

The Connexions Sandwell Careers Show, which comes to Sandwell Council House on Saturday, July 15, is for young people 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 for 14 to 19-year-olds, taking place between 11am and 2pm, brings together up to 27 organisations, including major employers such as BMW, Severn Trent Water, Halfords and Aldi, all offering apprenticeships and training. Local colleges and universities will also be on hand to discuss courses.

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

Councillor Simon Hackett, 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 and carers are welcome to attend, call Connexions Sandwell on 0121 569 2955.

The event is funded through Black Country Impact, a scheme which helps young adults break down the barriers that may be holding them back from finding work, improving their skills or gaining qualifications.