We'll guide you through the experience, from getting to know the RAF to discovering RAF Career Pathways, building skills, and earning credentials that set you apart. It's free, flexible, and works around you.
From its history to its current position in the world to the people behind it, you’ll discover insider knowledge and figure out if you’ll fit in.
Get an introduction to how the RAF works as an organisation, how different teams contribute to operations, and how people collaborate to deliver outcomes in complex environments.
Discover a range of work areas across the RAF and the types of tasks, challenges, and responsibilities that can be involved, without going into role-specific requirements or application routes.
Learn about the skills, behaviours, and ways of working that are valued across the RAF, such as teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making.
Take part in activities that help you practise talking about your strengths, interests, and experiences in a clear and confident way, skills that are useful in many future pathways.
After discovering different work areas across the RAF and the tasks, challenges, and responsibilities involved, you’ll get a clearer idea of which role you might want to pursue.
You’ll earn a certificate that you can then list on your CV after completing the VWEX. Certificates show you’re serious about joining the RAF.
Build or strengthen skills, behaviours, and ways of working valued by the RAF and all employers, such as teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making.
This programme was built from the expertise of personnel within the RAF. The content is exclusive to the VWEX. You won’t find it on ChatGPT or anywhere else on the web.
Ready to explore what the RAF can involve and build confidence in your next steps? Start the Virtual Work Experience now.
Frequently asked questions and answers to help you through your learning journey.
If you’re 14 years old or older, you can sign up. In school, in uni, or in the workforce already, you’ll benefit from the programme.
This depends on your pace. There are 7 courses, and each takes between 30 minutes to 2 hours. We’ve seen most people complete the entire programme in less than 6 weeks.
There are so many reasons! Most notably:
To satisfy your curiosity about the RAF.
To make a clearer choice on a profession with the RAF.
To focus your educational path.
To build or develop employability skills.
To show recruiters you’re serious about the RAF.
There are many factors that determine a successful application; completing this course demonstrates your interest in joining the RAF and the content includes important information that will help prepare you for your interview and recruiting journey.
Free. Totally free. No cost. No fees.
If you are interested in learning more about the RAF, taking part in exciting activities and experiences or meeting like-minded people, consider joining the RAF Air Cadets.
