Careers in Councils
Together, councils are the biggest employers in the North East, with more than 100,000 people working for them.
The work of councils touches almost every aspect of our lives, from cleaning the streets to helping to improve the environment and the regional economy.
This means there is a huge range of career, training and job opportunities within the region’s councils.
This website describes some of these careers and opportunities. It contains links to other useful sites and current job vacancies within North East councils. It also provides real life examples of young people who are now working in councils, possibly including yours.
They include young people working as apprentice civil engineers and horticulturists, social workers, tree surgeons, countryside rangers, librarians and personnel assistants. There are also examples of young people working in human resources, housing, and as part of a highly prestigious national graduate development scheme.
For jobs directly from school, after university or apprenticeships, councils really do offer an exciting choice for young people.
Local councils will give you the chance to do a job you enjoy, and make a positive difference to the lives of the people and communities of the North East.
Best of Luck
Councillor Mick Henry, Chair of the Association of North East Councils
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