Dream Placement Student Information
Applications for Dream Placement 2027 now OPEN!
Still not decided if this programme is for you? Watch the Dream Placement Student Recruitment film to hear:
Dream Placement is a six-month programme for 16-18 year olds in Cumbria that helps you develop leadership skills, gain confidence, and explore different career paths. You could get the chance to spend a week working with a local business during February half-term, seeing how a workplace really operates and learning what it’s like to be part of a team. You don’t need to be in sixth form to apply, and the application process is super simple! It’s a great way to try something new, discover what you enjoy, and get experience that will help you make decisions about your future.
You are also invited to attend a new and exciting event called “Network for Success” to explore opportunities and gain advice and guidance through interactive workshops, with a range of companies and partners.
The Network for Success series of events will take place in October and November 2026 in Barrow, Carlisle and Workington.
The events are designed to help you make an informed decision about your future, access information, gain confidence and communicate with businesses from Cumbria.
Next event is in Carlisle on 13 October 2026, followed by one in Barrow in November 2026.
(Workington event was on 7 October 2026).
