Virtual Rural Weeks were our response to the pandemic. 3 days of interactive online sessions with presentations by our subject matter experts in the 6 most popular areas of the land-based sector. Service leavers can dial in from anywhere in the world they can find an internet connection and as you can see below, the contact and experience is proving to be very useful. You can find the dates and how to register here. We run them every quarter starting in January. See you soon!

What impact has the VRW had on you?

It has filled me with more excitement about been able to start my new career and has giving me a boost in enthusiasm to step out of my comfort zone and begin networking in my local area.
Serving RAF AS1

I enjoyed each presentation. The ex-service personnel expanding on their experiences, knowledge and closed doors was exceptional.
Serving Army Cpl

Given me a strong insight into the kinds of jobs available and what life might be like working in this sector. Given me a better understanding of the types of work available and how similar some of it is the roles I’ve been used to in the military. It’s given me a lot of conviction in coming forward and approaching individuals and organisations. I came away from the course knowing there is a space for me, it’s just a matter of time and effort to find it.
Veteran RM Cdo

Would you recommend the VRW to others?

Yes, I feel a lot of my colleagues from the military would excel working in the land-based sector for the same reasons they excelled in the military.
Veteran RM Cdo

Yes, a very informative course. Was excellent to hear about everyone’s different paths into the different sectors and how anyone can achieve getting into them.
Serving RM LCpl