More than 40 businesses from different fields were represented at a careers fair to help teenagers decide on a path for their futures.

The Warwick Academy Career Expo helped more than 200 youngsters interact with businesses to learn about scholarships, internships and the skills needed to thrive in the workplace.

The expo featured interactive booths, quizzes and demonstrations that encouraged pupils to engage with representatives.

Careers at the fair came from sectors that included finance, healthcare, hospitality, government, insurance, technology and skilled trades.

Pupils could ask questions about each field and develop contacts, while figuring out plans for their careers.

The expo culminated in a panel discussion, where speakers shared their individual career journeys and offered life advice.

Hudson Ferris, in Year 13, said he enjoyed talking to two professionals, Yvonne DeCosta and Kushan Dhrochand, from Deloitte.

Mr Ferris, who plans to study accounting and finance, said: “They were extremely friendly and helpful when speaking about my future plans, as well as the scholarships and internships the company offers.”

Although he didn’t have a speciality in mind yet, Mr Ferris said the expo helped him to understand the different paths available to him.

He added that the careers fair showed him the importance of networking and learning more about.

Year 11 student Gemma Batista said the most interesting organisation for her was the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation.

She explained: “It stood out to me because of its focus on supporting entrepreneurship and helping individuals in Bermuda to create their own businesses.”

The pupil added: “I especially admired how the organisation provides mentorship, financial guidance and resources to assist people in starting their own businesses.”

Ms Batista said talking to professionals helped reshape her understanding of future career plans.

She added: “It reinforced my goal in pursuing a path that aligns with my interests while also helping me recognise the importance of staying flexible and open-minded to new opportunities.

“Many professionals share that their careers developed in unexpected ways and encouraged me to think about having a strong set of transferable skills.”

Ms Batista said the expo showed her how important it was to get career insights early and that success was not only based off academics but networking and taking initiative.

She added: “This advice will help me moving forward by motivating me to engage more actively in opportunities such as internships and mentorship programmes, which could help support me in the future.”