Our work experience placements offer young people a fantastic opportunity to see for themselves what it is like to work in a leading global pharmaceutical contract manufacturing and development organisation.
Sixth Form (16-18) Work Experience
Almac’s work placement programme gives pupils an insight into the drug development process, life at Almac and the variety of rewarding career paths available at Almac, both inside and outside the laboratory, through tours, conversations with staff and activities.
For pupils interested in scientific or engineering careers, our 3-day programme includes a day in the W5 laboratory, Belfast, doing Biology and Chemistry experiments or an Engineering work shadow in Craigavon. Transport between Almac and W5 will be provided, as required. We also have a 2-day experience on selected dates for those interested in IT careers.
Placement Schedule
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Our placement programme will run on the following dates for the 2024-25 academic year. All sessions include Day 3 at W5 or an Engineering work shadow in Craigavon. Our IT-focused work experience will run on Days 1 and 2 of the sessions indicated with (I). IT placement dates for 2025 will be confirmed in due course.
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23rd – 25th October (I) |
application closing date 4th October 2024 |
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13th – 15th November (I) |
application closing date 4th October 2024 |
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29th – 31st January |
application closing date 20th December 2024 |
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10th – 12th February |
application closing date 20th December 2024 |
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4th – 6th June |
application closing date 28th March 2025 |
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11th – 13th June |
application closing date 28th March 2025 |
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18th – 20th June |
application closing date 28th March 2025 |
Places are limited. We recommend that pupils familiarise themselves with content in Almac’s Virtual Work Experience Hub before submitting their application and to gain most benefit from the programme.
FAQs
Where is Almac’s work experience held?
Our work experience programme takes place at our Craigavon campus.
Does Almac provide transport or support for travel expenses?
Almac provides transport from Craigavon to/from W5, as required. Otherwise, pupils are expected to make their own transport arrangements.
What is the dress code?
The dress code is smart casual. Jeans (not ripped) are acceptable. No football tops/sport attire. Please wear attire suitable for a laboratory environment (no sandals/pumps/shorts/crop or strappy tops), full length trousers, socks and closed comfortable footwear. Removable layers are advised so that you are comfortable wearing a lab coat during tours and when in the laboratory. Personal protective equipment will be provided, as required.
Do I bring a packed lunch?
Bringing a snack and a packed lunch is recommended. Kitchen facilities with fridges, microwaves, water and tea/coffee are available for use. Food may be purchased in vending machines and from onsite catering vans.
I’m not in Sixth Form. Can I apply for work experience at Almac?
Our programme is designed for Sixth Form pupils (Years 13 & 14). We are developing a work experience programme tailored for Year 12 pupils. If this is of interest, contact Caroline McGeown [email protected].