
Birmingham Employment and Skills Project (BESP)
Our Birmingham Employment and Skills Project (BESP) supports people aged 16 to 29 years who are currently not in education, employment and training (NEET).
Join Birmingham Employment and Skills Project for:
- tailored support from experienced professionals
- meet and greet events with employers and training and apprenticeship providers
- workshops on CV writing, interview techniques, employer expectations, job searching and more
- a supportive environment with community outreach available
To find out more, email youthhub@birmingham.gov.uk and include the following details:
- your full name
- your age and date of birth
- your full address, including postcode
- whether you are currently receiving any benefits
- confirm that you have right to work in the UK status
- confirm if you are in education, training, employment or none of these
The information you provide will not be shared and is used only by Birmingham City Council to check your eligibility for the Birmingham Employment and Skills Project.
You can also speak to one of our team by visiting the Youth Hub on the lower ground floor of the Library of Birmingham.


Page last updated: 8 October 2025