Lizzie's story

Lizzie has always loved animals and is interested in training to be a vet. For her work experience in Year 10, she chose to work at an RSPCA rescue centre. She spent two weeks there.

'I really enjoyed it at the centre. I loved spending time with the animals and it gave me a real insight into what's involved in looking after animals on a large scale. I also talked to other workers there about their jobs and how they got into working with animals.'

Lizzie knows that getting into veterinary work is extremely competitive and that work experience is considered essential by university admissions tutors. She therefore became involved in the lambing season at a local farm:

'I learnt quite a few things, including a lot of scientific things about sheep. It was quite gory at times and I found out that I'm not squeamish, which is definitely good if I want to be a vet!'

So far all of Lizzie's experiences have confirmed her career interest and she feels she has learnt a great deal. To widen her experience further, she has applied to her local vets for a work placement during the summer before she starts her A levels. She feels this will help her develop her skills and learn more about the work involved.