Engaging partnerships: Kacia’s story

Back to impact report 2023-24

Kacia is a former City Year Mentor who served in London from 2023-2024.

“When I first found out about the career mentoring programme that City Year offers, I was both excited and nervous at the prospect of having the opportunity. Going into City Year I knew I had a passion for education and helping others but I did not have a clear idea of what I wanted my future to look like and I felt overwhelmed by the thought of entering the working world. I was soon lucky enough to be paired with Clare.”

“Clare has been absolutely amazing at helping me through my initial anxieties and from the outset was both honest and supportive. She spent the initial meetings learning about me and my interests to help me explore careers I would be suited to and would also send me resources on careers that suited my degree. We have spent sessions on structuring my CV and tips on how to write cover letters for prospective internships. Even outside our sessions she went above and beyond to help research internship opportunities and programmes that I could apply to.”

“Clare has also offered her time to help prepare me for public speaking opportunities – which is something I struggle with – running through presentations with me. Recently, she has worked with her company, Vertex, to help organise a work shadowing opportunity for me to gain experience of HR, a career area I have a lot of interest in.”

“Overall, I am extremely grateful to Clare and City Year for all the planning and effort that goes into the career mentoring programme. All their support has had a lot of impact on my confidence going into future employment and a career.”