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Are you ready to launch an exciting career that makes a real and tangible difference to people around the world every day? Surveying is core to the places we choose to live, work and play. Imagine the opportunity to design smart cities, sustainable buildings, and ensure communities thrive. Surveying does all that and more.
With opportunities to earn a great salary, work at home or overseas and with over 100 types of roles across the built and natural environment on offer, surveying is a career of endless possibilities. Become part of our community and find out more here at RICS.
Email us at contactrics@rics.org.
Unifrog
Unifrog is a leading online platform that helps students explore their future education and career options in one place. It brings together information on university courses, apprenticeships, and career pathways, alongside tools that help students make informed decisions about their next steps. The platform also provides tools to help students research careers, track their progress, and build applications, including writing personal statements or CVs.
By partnering with organisations like ours, Unifrog supports young people in discovering professional pathways – including roles in the built environment – and equips them with the knowledge and skills they need to plan confidently for their future.
Watch this inspiring video filmed by Unifrog, where Bethany shares her passion for being a Chartered Mineral Surveyor.
Springpod - Free virtual work experience
Our Virtual Work Experience programme, delivered in collaboration with Springpod, offers students a flexible and accessible way to explore careers in surveying.
- Over 7 hours of interactive content
- Certificate awarded upon completion
- Free and accessible online
This programme provides a practical and engaging introduction to the surveying profession, helping students gain valuable insights and build confidence in their career choices. It's especially beneficial for individuals who may face barriers to accessing in-person work experience opportunities.
By connecting with students early, this initiative supports a stronger, more inclusive pathway into the profession and encourages future RICS membership.
Megacity: A Fun and Educational Adventure!
Jump into Megacity and discover what it takes to be a surveyor! As you progress through the game, you'll get a sneak peek into the different specialisations within the surveying profession.
Are you ready to map out your future? Play Megacity now and start your journey towards becoming a professional surveyor!
Resources for teachers
Our teacher resources can be used by schools to meet the Gatsby Benchmarks for learning from the labour market and linking the curriculum to careers.
To help meet Gatsby Benchmarks 2 and 4 relating to employer interactions, we’ve created lesson plans you can use to develop slide presentations that help educate your pupils about careers in surveying and the skills required in this innovative sector.
Built Environment Schools Trust
Resources and support for young people looking to learn about careers in the built environment.
