How to make the most of your exam results

Exam result season has started. Students in Scotland were handed their certificates this week and will be trying to decide what their next step is. And over the next two weeks students across England, Wales and Northern Ireland will be doing the same.

It can be a joyous, stressful and overwhelming point in your life (and everyone in the family for that matter) but the IMI’s here to help you navigate to the next point on your journey.

No matter what your results are we’re here to help you, drop us an email and we’ll do our best to guide you get to where you want to be.

And if you’ve already decided automotive is for you but aren’t sure exactly what direction you want to go in, a great way to start is to check out the huge array of career options the sector has to offer. There’s something for everyone, whether it’s working in light vehicles, leasing and renting, accident and repair or heavy vehicles.

If you’re a parent or guardian who wants to help figure out the best route into the sector we’ve pulled together a handy guide that will give you step-by-step advice.

We also have you covered if you’re contemplating what to do post-GCSEs; whether that’s A-Levels, a full-time college course or undertaking an apprenticeship.

Receiving your exam results can be exciting, but also incredibly stressful, if you need advice on issues surrounding this period head to automotive charity Ben, or gov.uk which has a raft of links to support services.

And an apprenticeship could be the avenue to kickstart your automotive career, just head to the IMI’s website to see the latest opportunities.

If you have any questions about your next steps get in touch at careers@theimi.org.uk or student@theimi.org.uk, tweet us @IMICareers or message us on Instagram @imiautocity. We’re also on the phone: 01992 511521.

With our best wishes

Jo and The Careers Team