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Mentorship
matters.

We connect students with industry professionals through mentorship, work experience, and career programs. Whether you're an educator or a business, join us in shaping the next generation of professionals!

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For Employers and Educators

Features and Services

Explore our range of initiatives designed to connect education with industry, future proof your workforce and empower the next generation of talent.

CareerGuide

CareerXP

CareerView

Connect professionals with aspiring talent with structured mentoring that builds confidence, sharpens career goals, and offers real-world insights.

Hands-on exposure to the working world through short and long-term placements designed to give young people clarity, skills, and confidence.

Offer students an inside look at the workplace. Through tours, talks, and interactive sessions, they’ll gain a clear picture of working life.

Additional Offerings...

CareerReach

Bring careers to the classroom.

Our workshops, assemblies, and on-site sessions are designed to equip students with industry awareness, employability skills, and inspiration.

CareerLaunch

Build your future team.

Support your recruitment pipeline by engaging early talent, co-creating placement schemes, and promoting roles through our growing network.

Facts and Figures

The case for mentorship—building talent, bridging gaps, and driving success.

70%

Skills Gap

Over 70% of UK employers struggle to find candidates with the right skills, highlighting the need for better career preparation.

 

CBI Education & Skills Survey

80%

Work Experience Matters

Over 80% of young people believe  work experience is essential, yet many struggle to access  meaningful opportunities.

 

Youth Employment UK

200%

Social Mobility Challenge 

Disadvantaged students are TWICE as likely to be unemployed post-education due to a lack of networks and industry exposure.

 

Social Mobility Commission

76%

Mentoring Boosts Careers

76% of professionals say mentors were critical to their career success, yet only a fraction of young people have access to one. 

 

LinkedIn Workplace Learning Report

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Invest  In The Next Generation

Partnering with CareerGuide allows businesses to play an active role in shaping the next generation of professionals. Through mentorship, work experience programs, and career workshops, your company can nurture young talent, enhance employee engagement, and build a strong pipeline of future leaders. By working with us, you’ll not only make a lasting impact on young professionals but also reinforce your company’s commitment to social responsibility and industry growth.

Networking

Cultivate the future of talent in your industry and mold the next generation of leaders.

Shape The Future

Community work

Demonstrate your commitment to social mobility and education by providing opportunities that make a real difference in young people’s careers.

Enhance Your Corporate Social Impact

Training course

Identify and nurture promising young professionals early, creating a steady flow of skilled, workplace-ready candidates for your industry.

Strengthen Your Talent Pipeline

In a meeting

Empower your team by providing mentorship opportunities that enhance leadership skills, job satisfaction, and professional growth.

Boost Employee Engagement

What Will Set You Apart

For schools, colleges and universities

Our tailored mentorship, work experience, and career development programs provide students with the skills, connections, and confidence they need to thrive in today’s competitive job market. By working with us, you can enhance career readiness, strengthen industry ties, and create meaningful opportunities that shape your students’ futures.

Adult Students

Support Social
Mobility

Ensure all students, regardless of background, have access to mentors, networks, and career opportunities that can shape their future success.

Enrich Your Career Programmes

Complement your existing career services with structured mentorship, workshops, and work experience opportunities that add real value to student development.

Enhance Student Career Readiness

Give your students access to real-world experiences, industry mentors, and hands-on learning opportunities that prepare them for the workforce.

Strengthen Industry Connections

Build valuable partnerships with leading businesses, providing students with direct pathways to work experience, mentorship, and future employment.

Increase Institution Prestige

Demonstrate a commitment to student employability and career development, enhancing your reputation among students, parents, and industry partners.

Improve Student
Outcomes

Help students gain the confidence, skills, and industry insights needed to secure internships, apprenticeships, and graduate roles successfully.

About CareerGuide

At CareerGuide, we believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to build a successful career, regardless of their background. By connecting students with industry professionals, we bridge the gap between education and employment, equipping the next generation with the skills, insights, and confidence needed to thrive in the working world.

We work in partnership with schools, colleges, universities, and businesses to offer tailored mentoring programs, work experience opportunities, and professional training. Whether it's a structured six-week mentorship, hands-on career workshops, or one-week work placements, our programs are designed to give students real-world exposure and valuable connections.

By bringing together educators, businesses, and aspiring professionals, CareerGuide creates a supportive network that helps young people make informed career choices and enter the workforce with confidence. Join us in shaping the future of tomorrow’s professionals.

Jerome Ntumba, Founder
Jerome Ntumba, Founder

Jerome Ntumba
CareerGuide Founder and Mentor
 

CareerGuide Founder

Network testimonials

"Jerome is an incredible mentor-supportive, passionate, and truly invested in seeing other grow. Their transparency and enthusiasm made me more confident in my abilities. Having them in my corner felt like having a personal cheerleader who genuinely wants the best for me!"

Shaznay Bartley 

Social Media Executive, Born Social

"Jerome is so gifted at coaching and mentoring others, always bringing the best out of people. I’m most impressed by Jerome’s ethics, and his unwillingness to compromise on anything other than excellence for his team and those he coaches. "

Aimee Young

Corporate Career & Leadership Coach

Jerome is an exceptional mentor and leader who makes you feel empowered in every conversation. His easy going nature, combined with diligence and organisation, creates a supportive environment where both students and industry professional thrive. He builds genuine relationships with those he works with, fostering trust and confidence throughout the mentorship process. Jerome's ability to inspire others in unparalleled, and it has been a pleasure working alongside him.

Kris Kirova

Brand and Marketing Coordinator, BBC Studios

Experience & Projects

Our founder brings extensive experience in mentoring, developing work experience programs, and leading social mobility initiatives across several prestigious organisations. His passion for bridging the gap between education and industry has helped countless young people gain the skills, confidence, and connections needed to succeed in their careers.

Nike
theTradeDesk
ASEND
BADU Sports
Inspire
Brixton Finsihing School
Kickstart Scheme
Oliver Agency

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