Guidance

Work experience: a guide for logistics employers in England

Explains how logistics employers should design and deliver work experience opportunities that support young people and strengthen future talent pipelines.

• From: Department for Transport
• Published: 30 March 2026

Applies to England

Documents

Work experience: a guide for logistics employers in England

PDF, 6.42 MB, 18 pages

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Details

This practical guide explains how logistics employers can offer high-quality work experience to young people in England.

It is aimed at employers across the freight and logistics sector, including small, medium and large organisations, as well as those working with schools, colleges and careers partners.

It explains why work experience is critical to addressing long-term workforce challenges in the sector and sets out the benefits for both young people and employers.

It provides clear, accessible advice on:

• how to get started
• busts common myths about work experience
• outlines different models, including in-person, longer-term and virtual work experience

The guide also includes:

• real-world case studies from logistics employers
• practical steps to improve equity and access
• links to existing national support and careers frameworks

Published 30 March 2026