Staying local this summer?

If you’re staying in Wolverhampton or the wider region over the summer, there’s a whole host of opportunities for you to get involved with – from volunteering to getting active – there are plenty of ways for you to try something new, build new skills, meet new people or just keep busy!

Try something new by volunteering or gain valuable work experience

Volunteering or working over the summer is a brilliant way to try something new and meet like-minded people. If you’re looking for full or part-time opportunities, The Workplace might be able to help.

Alongside posting job and volunteering opportunities, they also offer top tips for your job search and helpful advice for making your application, including guidance on your CV. Support from the Careers team will continue to be available throughout the summer with online and on-campus appointments.

Book a careers appointment

Sign up to the Jobs Board to access the latest part-time jobs, volunteering opportunities, summer placements, work experience, virtual internships, sandwich placements, international opportunities and graduate jobs. 

Go to the Jobs Board

Get active

With the better weather and longer days, summer is a great time to get active. WLV Sport can help you find an activity you enjoy – from circuit classes to yoga, body conditioning to HIIT – there’s something for everyone.

WLV Gym has a special offer for new members joining in June – pay just £20 for the whole summer (until 31 August 2022).

Find out more about WLV Gym

Explore the region

If you’re looking to explore Wolverhampton and the wider region, here are some ideas to get you started.

Wolverhampton

• Wolverhampton parks, green spaces and nature reserves
• What’s on in Wolverhampton
• Places to visit in Wolverhampton
• Wolverhampton sports and leisure

Walsall

• Walsall parks and green spaces
• Walsall museums, libraries and galleries
• Walsall sports and leisure

Telford

• Telford green and open spaces
• Telford sports and leisure
• What’s on in Telford
• Places to visit in Shropshire

Get to know the Black Country

Visit the Black Country Living Museum

A working recreation of life in the Black Country during Victorian times and the 1930s. There’s a chance to explore what life was like down the pit, ride vintage trolley buses, sit in on a Victorian school lesson, enjoy a Victorian funfair, buy traditional sweets, and stop by two hugely popular fish and chip shops.

Find out more about the Black Country Living Museum

Take a boat trip with the Dudley Canal Trust

Jump on board and discover a magical underground world which dates back 428 million years. Enjoy sound and light shows, historical recreations and informative commentary delivered by your knowledgeable skipper. 

Find out more about the Dudley Canal Trust

And remember, our campuses are still open. Whether you need to access support or services, visit the library or use the gym, we’re here for you.

Take a look at how University services are operating over the summer.

However you chose to spend your summer, we hope you have a brilliant one!