Jobs in Cornwall: How to Find Potential Employers
Jobs in Cornwall are as dynamic as the local landscape. Cornwall Opportunities can help you find the key employers.
Jobs in Cornwall sit within a unique blend of both traditional and modern employment sectors. Whether you’re seeking new challenges or are a graduate eager to start your career journey, Cornwall’s job market is as dynamic as its landscapes.
From the burgeoning tech hubs and creative industries to the cornerstone sectors of tourism, agriculture and fishing, you can unlock the door to a multitude of possibilities. But how do you find them?
Finding Jobs in Cornwall
Search Opportunities > All Opportunities
Finding jobs, apprenticeships or courses in Cornwall couldn’t be easier with the Cornwall Opportunities Search Tool. Powered by the Government’s ‘Find an Apprenticeship’ and latest course directory, plus Adzuna jobs, you can find hundreds of available opportunities in seconds.
Simply start your search with keywords and a location to find the jobs, apprenticeships and courses most relevant to you. From there, you can filter more specifically by start date, employer, or training provider.
To find it, simply press Search Opportunities at the top of the site and then choose to search through All Opportunities or something more specific.
Industries and Employers
Looking to delve into the main industries and employers in Cornwall? The Industries and Employers section of our website highlights the local industries helping the economy grow. Here you can discover which opportunities there are in Cornwall as well as help and guidance to step into a new industry or develop your current career.
Open yourself up to a world of possibilities within Data and Space, delve into the Digital or help local communities in Health & Social Care. Within each industry, find out about the market, what they’re worth and hear more about some of the biggest employers.
The Employer Spotlights page gives you a glimpse into the biggest employers in the region. Here, each employer talks about their organisation and what they can offer to job seekers and young people. Find out what they do for Cornwall and why you should consider a career with them.
Careers Directory
With plenty of jobs in Cornwall, it can be hard to narrow down a specific role. If you need some inspiration, the Careers Directory section of the Cornwall Opportunities website can help. Explore over 400 different job roles and research different industries and job roles.
This alphabetised list will reveal a wide range of job categories that can help you to explore more information on your chosen career path.
Upon choosing an industry sector, you will be presented with a list of job roles relevant to that category. Each role will show you further details such as average salary, average hours, and a description of that job’s main roles. You can also check out what qualifications may be required and see what qualifications those currently working in the field hold.
Plus, you can look at the job’s prospects to help you better plan for the future in your chosen field. At the bottom of each page, you will also see current related job vacancies, apprenticeships and courses.
Events and Courses
Other opportunities in Cornwall can also be discovered through our Events and Courses page which highlights things happening nearest to you.
On this page, you will find Open Days giving you the chance to explore different education providers and the courses that they offer. You can also view upcoming taster days, free training and workshops to boost your knowledge and skills in your chosen career. Discover suitable courses and skills bootcamps that are perfect for those looking to progress in their career or discover a different path.
Cornwall Opportunities
If you’re looking for jobs in Cornwall, then the Cornwall Opportunities portal is the place to start. Packed full of useful information and tools for local job seekers, you can uncover new career pathways and discover thriving local industries.