Glasgow Life Gateway to Opportunities Day

Whether you're leaving school, studying at college or university, looking for work, returning to employment, changing career, or interested in volunteering, Glasgow Life's Gateway to Opportunities Day is designed to help you take the next step.

Join us at Glasgow Club Springburn to explore opportunities across Glasgow Life and gain valuable advice to support your future career journey.

Event Details

Date: Friday 28 August 2026
Time: 10am to 3pm
Location: Glasgow Club Springburn

Who Should Attend?

This event is open to:

• School leavers
• College and university students
• Jobseekers
• People returning to work
• Career changers
• Volunteers
• Local community members interested in developing new skills or career opportunities

Explore Opportunities Across Glasgow Life

Visitors will have the chance to speak directly with representatives from a range of Glasgow Life services, including:

Sport

Learn about careers, training opportunities and volunteering roles that support health, fitness and sport across Glasgow.

Libraries

Find out about opportunities within Glasgow's libraries network and discover how libraries support local communities.

Museums

Explore career pathways and volunteering opportunities within Glasgow's museums and cultural venues.

Volunteering

Learn how volunteering can help you gain experience, develop skills, build confidence and make a positive impact in your community.

Get Practical Career Support

As well as meeting Glasgow Life staff and volunteers, visitors can access helpful career guidance, including:

• Interview skills advice and tips
• Support to improve future job applications
• Guidance on what information employers look for in applications
• Advice on presenting your skills, experience and achievements effectively

Why Attend?

Gateway to Opportunities Day is a chance to:

• Discover employment and volunteering pathways
• Speak directly with people working across Glasgow Life
• Gain valuable career advice and guidance
• Learn about opportunities to develop your skills and experience
• Take the next step towards your future goals

We Look Forward to Welcoming You

Come along to Glasgow Club Springburn on Friday 28 August 2026 and explore the many opportunities available through Glasgow Life.

No matter where you are in your career journey, your next opportunity could start here.