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Project Manager Career Simulation

Ever wondered what it's really like to be a Project Manager? Step into the role with this Career Simulation and find out for yourself, from the skills that'll set you up to succeed, to the toughest (and most rewarding) parts of the job.

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Age range

Students aged 13+ are welcome to apply.

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You can start, pause, and continue this Experience at any time.

Programme overview

Explore life as a Project Manager at AtkinsRéalis with this exciting Career Simulation. From the skills you need to succeed, to the most rewarding and challenging parts of the role.

What's included

Understand what Project Managers do, how to enter and progress in the role, what a typical workday looks like, and the rewards, challenges, salary, and benefits you may encounter. Round off your Simulation with an activity, led by a real expert.

Career overview

In this section, we'll showcase the role of a Project Manager, providing a brief, overarching introduction to this career and the impact it can have.

Qualification & skill requirements

Discover the qualifications, training routes, and skills needed to become a Project Manager at AtkinsRéalis. Learn about pathways, relevant qualifications, and the key skills you should have under your belt.

Daily activities

What does a typical day look like in this role? What's involved in a usual week, and why do these responsibilities matter?

Career progression

How do you advance, progress, and develop in this role? What training and upskilling opportunities are available at AtkinsRéalis, and how does the role change as you move upwards or sideways?

Challenges & rewards

What is there to love about being a Project Manager, and what presents a challenge? Discover the behaviours and competencies needed to manage the complexities of this role.

Salary & benefits

In this section, we'll cover the salary ranges for this role, plus the range of benefits you'll enjoy once you're part of the AtkinsRéalis team.

Meet the expert

Meet your Simulation expert, Leanne, as she discusses her career in Project Management, and what she loves about working in this field.

Activity

Hear from Leanne again as she briefs you on your task. Understand what a real Project Manager would look for with a task like this, and consider the best way to approach it.

Reflection activity

What did you take away from completing this Simulation? What did you learn, and what interests you most about this role? In this section, we'll round off the experience with a short reflection.

A simple sign-up process

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Sign-up

Quick and free registration

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Start learning

Access expert-led modules

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Get certified

Gain a completion certificate

Why complete this Virtual Work Experience?

Stand out to employers

Gain real-world experience with AtkinsRéalis, boosting your CV and university applications.

Build key skills

Develop industry-specific and transferable skills through hands-on tasks designed by AtkinsRéalis.

Connect with AtkinsRéalis

Access insights and advice with industry experts, helping shape your future career path.

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Can I apply to multiple Experiences?

Yes, you can sign up for multiple Experiences on Springpod. All of your Experiences are available on demand, and your progress is saved automatically so you can pick up where you left off at any time via your dashboard.

Who can take part in the programme?

Some of our Experiences have age and location requirements. Age requirements are to ensure the content is age-appropriate, while location requirements are stipulated by the partnering organisations themselves, and not defined by Springpod. All entry requirements can be found on the Experience page.

How long does it take for assignments to be reviewed?

Assignments can take up to a week or longer to be reviewed and marked as complete. Once your Experience has been marked as complete, your certificate will be generated immediately, so you can put it on your LinkedIn and share it with prospective employers.

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How long will I have to complete this Experience?

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When does the Experience start?

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