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Inside the Gaming Industry

Virtual work experience

Application deadline: 4th April 2025

Ages: 14 - 19

7th May 2025 - 8th May 2025

10:00 - 14:00

2 days
Nationwide

Explore Careers in Gaming! | 2-Day Virtual Work Experience

Are you passionate about video games? Want to discover the careers that bring them to life?


Inside the Gaming Industry is a 2-day virtual work experience where you’ll:

Learn from a range of industry experts from Game Anglia

Explore careers

Complete an industry related challenge

Boost your CV


This is an ideal opportunity to find out about the roles within the gaming industry, meet like-minded peers, talk to industry experts, AND boost your skills by completing a micro-project with your team.


Game Anglia is a not-for-profit community interest company that helps the young people and independent game developers in the East of England get the connections, skills and experience needed to succeed in the UK-wide and international game development industry. Started in 2017 and established as a company in 2019, we have been a presence in the East of England with our events and targeted interventions. You can find out more about Game Anglia here https://www.gameanglia.co.uk/


Still wondering if Virtual Work Experience is for you?

Virtual work experience isn’t just a box-ticking exercise, it’s a chance to dive into an industry you’re curious about, showing off your passion and initiative. It proves you’re not afraid to get stuck in, picking up real-world skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and communication along the way. Plus, it’s a great way to impress on UCAS statements or CVs, because who wouldn’t want to hire someone who’s already got a head start on a career their passionate about.


Look forward to seeing you there.

When applying, answer the following questions

  • Entrepreneur: If you could go back in time and be the person who invented something we use today, what would it have been and why?

Experience You Will Gain:

  • You'll gain experience talking with peers and industry experts, as well as completing a project task in groups.

Skills You Will Gain:

  • Listening
  • Speaking
  • Problem Solving
  • Creativity
  • Staying Positive
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
Apply here