Engage •INSPIRE •Empower
You have the power to transform a young person's future
The Talent Tap connects business professionals like you with ambitious young people from coastal and rural communities across the UK.
You bring your time, your experience and your knowledge of the world of work. They bring drive, curiosity and ambition.
Together, you help remove the barriers that stand between talent and opportunity, no matter where someone grew up.
There’s no single way to get involved. Whether you’ve got an hour to spare for a mock interview or you want to run a skills workshop for a room full of students, your time makes a real difference.
“This experience was a powerful reminder that talent is everywhere, but access isn’t. Volunteering gave me real insight into the barriers some young people face and just how impactful practical, human support can be in helping them navigate early career decisions with confidence.”
— Jen Smith, Director of People & Operations, Eulogy
Why volunteer?
98% of our volunteers say they’d recommend the experience to a colleague or peer.
When you volunteer with us, you:
Actively help shape a young person’s future
Use your own skills and experience to inspire others
Volunteer your time wisely and see tangible results
Build your communication and interview skills
Increase your own motivation and confidence
Learn new perspectives from a generation entering the world of work
Understand, first-hand, the barriers young people face in accessing professional careers
Ways to volunteer
Support our young people
Our young people are dedicated, intelligent and ready to make the most of the opportunities they’re given. They just need the access. Here’s how you can help, whether in person or remotely.
Mock interview 1-1 with a young person interested in your field. Give them a first taste of a real interview, plus feedback to help them improve.
CV review Give a handful of young people 1-1 feedback on their CV.
Mock assessment centre Set a challenge for a small group of young people, alongside other volunteers, and give feedback on the results.
Skills workshop Deliver a session on public speaking, networking, interview skills or another skill young people need as they start their careers.
“They were dedicated and intelligent, and simply needed some support in getting access to opportunities that are sometimes simply handed to others.”
— Laura Scott, Legal Director, Hill Dickinson LLP
Ways to volunteer
Behind the scenes
Not all of our volunteers work directly with young people. We also need people who can lend their skills to how we run and grow as a charity.
- Communications support: help with social media content, graphic design or updating our website
- Fundraising: take part in a challenge event, help run a campaign, or support our fundraising team
If this sounds like you, get in touch and tell us what you’re good at.
“From volunteering at The Talent Tap, I’ve learned from people from different ways of life, been able to share my skills, and feel a greater feeling of purpose.”
— Ross, FTI Consulting
Get Involved Now
Volunteers needed between 28 to 30 October 2026
We’re looking for volunteers to support our young people with mock interviews, CV reviews, mock assessment centres and skills workshops, across 28-30 October.
Follow this link to register your interest in this opportunity.
Can’t make these dates?
We run volunteering opportunities throughout the year, both in person and remote. Get in touch and we’ll let you know what’s coming up.