EMCCA’s Panjango Platform Connect Students with Local Career Opportunities

The East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) Careers Hub introduces a new career exploration tool, Panjango, aimed at helping young people discover job opportunities in Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham, and Nottinghamshire. The platform offers an interactive, game-based experience where students can explore careers in industries like construction, healthcare, creative arts, and more.

Panjango helps students develop essential skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and communication while providing real-world insights into various fields. It offers free resources for schools and features content led by employers from across the East Midlands, including major names like Rolls-Royce, Derby County FC, and Chesterfield Royal Hospital.

The platform covers industries such as;

• Engineering – Rolls-Royce, Murphy Group, Roadgas, East Midlands Hydrogen
• Sports – Derby Arena, Derby County FC, Nottingham Forest FC
• Healthcare – Chesterfield Royal Hospital, EMCCA, Peak District National Park
• Creative media – Derby Theatre, Nottingham Castle, Nottingham Evening Post
• Construction and Infrastructure – Alstom, Henry Boot, Skanska, Minerals Matter

Panjango also provides students with a hands-on approach to exploring local career paths, with schools able to sign up for free, to access these valuable resources.

Stay tuned for updates as Panjango continues to evolve, offering more engaging ways for students to connect with employers and explore their career options.

Sign up and take a look at Panjango today!