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This section offers helpful tips, FAQs, and guidance designed to support you at every stage. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to improve how you work with role models and events, you’ll find practical information here.
Make career learning count — before, during and after your event
LinkUp Careers events are an opportunity to connect your students with real people, real stories, and real career journeys. Whether you’re hosting an in-person or virtual session, this resource helps you plan a meaningful experience, prepare students to engage, and reflect on what they’ve learned — all while exploring a wide range of industries and future-focused skills.
Bring career stories to life in your classroom
Choose from multiple event formats to suit your classroom’s needs — whether you’re hosting a single role model, hands-on workshop, or fast-paced career networking experience.
Plan your session with confidence and clarity
Explore different event styles — from panels to workshops — and get practical tips to create sessions that are structured, engaging, and relevant. Use these ideas to shape the flow, manage guest expectations, and ensure students get the most out of every moment.
Guest Role Model Presentations
Max 45 minutes total with 4 panelists
5–10 minutes speaking time per panelist
Include varied fields and roles
Use imagery or video if possible
Encourage students to ask questions
Ask students to turn on cameras in virtual sessions
Workshops
Accept speaking opportunities that suit your availability.
Accept speaking opportunities that suit your availability
Track sessions, agreements, and feedback in one place
Be discovered by educators and NFPs looking for industry role models
Speed Careering
Begin with a group challenge activity (e.g. string challenge)
1 guest to 4–6 students
Rotate students every 10–15 minutes (not the guests)
Provide students with conversation starter questions
Guest School Assessment Judge
Begin with a group challenge activity (e.g. string challenge)
1 guest to 4–6 students
Rotate students every 10–15 minutes (not the guests)
Provide students with conversation starter questions
Great sessions start with clear structure and real-world stories.Start planning your next LinkUp Careers session
Support your students to ask questions with confidence
Not every student knows what to say to a guest role model. These grouped prompts make it easier to prepare meaningful questions — and spark real conversations.
Curated student questions to spark meaningful conversations
Use these grouped prompts to help students prepare for guest role model sessions — or reflect afterward. Whether printed in class or shared digitally, these questions give students the confidence to connect, listen deeply, and explore real-world experiences with purpose.
Growing Up & Early Influences
What was your first job?
What did you want to do when you were our age?
What did you most look forward to growing up?
Was there a defining moment or person who shaped your path?
What school subjects helped you later on?
What activities or events stood out in school?
Who influenced or inspired you as a child?
Education, Skills & Pathways
What was the hardest part of school?
How do I choose classes for a career in tech/engineering?
What skills should I learn now?
How did you build your confidence?
What beginner jobs or volunteer roles exist in your field?
How do I explore my career options in STEM?
How do I decide which jobs to apply for?
Any tips for preparing for an interview?
Funding & Career Access
How did you pay for your education?
When should I start looking for scholarships or grants?
Does your company offer internships or traineeships?
What do you look for in a new hire?
What’s a typical starting wage?
Your Career Today
How did you choose this job?
What’s the best part of your job?
What’s the hardest part?
Tell us about an interesting project you’ve worked on.
Describe a time you had to ask for help.
What’s your work environment like?
How does your job connect to STEM?
What skills helped you the most?
What do you hope to achieve this year?
Life Advice
What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned?
Who inspires you — and why?
What’s your proudest achievement?
What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?
How do you stay motivated?
If money didn’t matter, what job would you do?
What’s a habit you’d like to break — or build?
What do you love doing outside of work?
What tech or gadget do you love most?
Reflection Sheet PDF
Encourage reflection, connection, and deeper learning
The Reflection Sheet helps students capture key insights, personal takeaways, and questions after a LinkUp Careers session. It supports active listening and encourages students to think about what they’ve learned — and why it matters.
Students remember more when they reflect, write it down, and ask their own questions
Students ask better questions when they feel prepared.Submit an Event
