West College Scotland is hosting an Open Day at their Greenock Campus on Tuesday 9th June.

Join them to explore courses, meet staff, and get a feel for student life!

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Join us at All-Energy 2026 for an exciting and interactive school visit, where pupils (ages 12-15) will explore the world of renewable energy, innovation and sustainability. This unique experience will inspire young minds, introduce future career opportunities, and showcase cutting-edge technologies shaping a net-zero future.

This is an inspiring day for pupils to explore:

Renewable energy innovations
Hands-on skills activities
Future career opportunities
Expert talks and networking

Please note All-Energy have offered to help with travel costs (terms and conditions apply).

Please contact dyw@glasgowchamberofcommerce.com if you are interested.

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Eastwood High School is inviting businesses and professionals to take part in their upcoming S3 Industry Masterclass event, designed to give young people valuable insight into different careers and industries.
This event offers S3 pupils the chance to experience interactive, hands-on sessions that help develop their skills for life and work.

They are currently looking for volunteers to deliver workshops, with previous examples including:

Makeup masterclasses, “Day in the life” career sessions, Mocktail or barista workshops, Influencer and digital careers, Musical theatre, Cybersecurity, Enterprise-style challenges (e.g. Dragon’s Den).

Event Details
Date: Wednesday 20 May 2026
Time: 8:45am – 12:20pm
Session 1: 8:45am – 10:25am
Session 2: 10:40am – 12:20pm (repeat session with a different group)
Location: Eastwood High School, Newton Mearns, Glasgow

Get Involved
If you're interested in delivering a session, please:
RSVP by Monday 27th April
Provide a short description of your workshop
Share any requirements needed to run your session.

For more information or to get involved, please contact: brownb@eastwood.e-renfrew.sch.uk

We celebrated our 10 year anniversary at NMIS!

The event brought together partners, employers and educators to reflect on a decade of supporting young people across the West. We were welcomed by our fantastic DYW Ambassador pupils from St Benedict’s High School, with musical entertainment from Park Mains High School, and catering provided by West College Scotland.

Our Chair, Jim Hannigan, opened the event, followed by a showcase video, highlights from the DXC Digital Futures Academy, and impact updates from our four local authority areas:

• Renfrewshire Council
• East Renfrewshire Council
• Inverclyde Council
• West Dunbartonshire Council

We also heard about the continued success of the GROW programme, with closing remarks from our Deputy Chair and Young Scot Chair, Elma Murray.

It was fantastic to see such positive feedback both on the day and online.

Thank you to our Board, partners, local authorities, the Scottish Government, and the many employers who continue to support our work, together, we are making a real difference for young people.

A special mention to Andrew from Park Mains High School for an impromptu Irish dancing performance to mark St Patrick's Day

As part of March's DXC Digital Futures Academy, students stepped into the role of Innovation Designers, taking on a Dragon’s Den style challenge to transform the fan experience at Hampden Park.

Working in teams, they explored real fan needs, from accessibility to engagement and created innovative tech solutions like apps, AR experiences, and smart services.

Another successful two weeks of the GROW programme, featuring a diverse range of engaging sessions delivered by a fantastic mix of employers.

Host employers and participating schools included:
JP Morgan – Paisley Grammar School
Thermo Fisher Scientific – Dumbarton Academy
PWC – St Stephens & Port Glasgow High School
AC Whyte – Woodfarm
PWC – Dumbarton Academy
SSE – Gleniffer High School
EY Foundation – Paisley Grammar School
JP Morgan – St Stephens & Port Glasgow High School
Scottish Power – Vale of Leven
 Youth Inspired – Dumbarton Academy
Howden – Gleniffer
Spectrum Services Solutions – Paisley Grammar School
EY Foundation – Woodfarm
Renfrewshire Chamber event at Malcolm Group - Linwood High School

A big thank you to all the schools and employers involved for their continued support and dedication.

Engage Renfrewshire are hosting a Volunteer Fair on the 30th April, from 10:00am to 1:00pm at the Tannahill Centre, Paisley.

This is a great opportunity to connect with local organisations and explore a range of volunteering opportunities.

Click here for more information and to register

As part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2026, pupils from Port Glasgow High School visited Scottish Leather Group in Bridge of Weir for an inspiring talk and behind-the-scenes tour.

It was a fantastic opportunity to help young people see the wide range of careers available locally and to understand the real pathways into industry through apprenticeships.

A big thank you to Mark Cowan and Rhona Ferris for such an engaging session and giving our young people a brilliant experience! 

As part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week last week, we had some fantastic employers supporting our “Apprentice for a Day” initiative by hosting young people on site.

The programme gave pupils the opportunity to spend a day in the workplace, shadowing an apprentice and gaining real insight into apprenticeship pathways.

A big thank you to AC Whyte, Arnold Clark, Balfour Beatty plc, Dales Marine Services Ltd and Ferguson Marine (Port Glasgow) Limited for making the experience possible.

Congratulations to Corey, Kaiden, Keane, Niall, Ryan and Sam on completing Apprentice for a Day!

Investors in Young People are hosting their Good Practice Networking Event on Tuesday 28th April at Clayton Hotel, Glasgow.

This free in-person event brings employers together to explore how high-performing organisations are creating cultures of trust where young talent is supported to thrive and contribute meaningfully to long-term organisational success.

This event is designed for anyone involved in the recruitment, development or retention of young talent.

Click here to find out more and secure your spot!