I already have information for organising my placements. How will this toolkit help me?

The Automotive Work Experience Toolkit was designed specifically for work experience within the automotive sector, providing guidance and information on how to ensure your students gain the best experience in our industry. The toolkit includes all the necessary forms and documents to help you set up and manage an automotive work experience placement. It also provides your students and the employers you work with tasks and projects which will help them structure their time in the workplace highlighting the range of skills and abilities needed by the retail motor industry.


Can I download/print the forms?

All the documents are in pdf format and available for you to download and print.


How can I prepare my students for work experience in the motor industry?

Included in the toolkit is a section for your students with guidance and information to ensure they are well prepared for their work experience in our industry.

AutoCity, in the careers section of our website, is packed with useful information on the various job roles within the sector, career opportunities and entry routes etc.


Employers in my area are reluctant to get involved. What can I do?

Many smaller employers in our sector find it difficult to organize and manage the work experience placement and therefore find it easier not to become involved. By providing them with guidance on how to go about it, a structured programme they can work to, and pre prepared documentation you can make the process as straightforward as possible hopefully ensuring a hassle free, enjoyable and high quality work experience placement is provided. Once on board employers can be encouraged to participate in other activities such as school visits/talks, teacher placements, mock interviews etc strengthening relationships with their local school and the communities.