National Careers Challenge Grand Final - 2nd July

The National Careers Challenge Grand Final 2026

The National Careers Challenge Grand Final 2026 at the Barbican Centre, London

Location: Telford International Centre, International Way, Telford TF3 4JH

Thursday 2nd July 2026

Event times:
To be confirmed


The National Careers Challenge Grand Final 2026 marks the culmination of the UK’s largest careers and enterprise competition for schools. Held at the Telford International Centre, the grand final brings together talented teams of young people from across the country to showcase their creativity, ambition, and business ideas.


Throughout the competition, students are challenged to develop innovative business concepts in response to real-world briefs. At the grand final, shortlisted teams present their ideas to a panel of judges, celebrating enterprise, teamwork, and future-focused thinking.

The event is a highlight of the National Careers Challenge calendar and offers an inspiring day dedicated to supporting young people as they explore career pathways, develop confidence, and gain practical experience beyond the classroom.

Further details about the event, including timings and programme information, will be shared closer to the date.