10/09/2026
“Every experience encouraged me to keep an open mind about my future.”
For Habibah, IntoUniversity has been part of her journey from a young age, helping her discover new opportunities, explore different careers and build confidence in what she could achieve.
From university visits and after-school clubs to work experience at BlackRock, Habibah has had the chance to explore paths she might never have considered before. As she takes some time to decide what comes next, she’s keeping her options open between healthcare and business.
“When I think back on my school journey, I realise that IntoUniversity has been there through the most important stages of my life. From a young age, they opened my eyes to opportunities I never knew existed and helped me believe that my future could be much bigger than I had imagined.
I loved visiting different universities. Walking around the campuses made Higher Education feel achievable rather than something that only happened to other people. We also visited a range of firms and workplaces, introducing me to careers and industries I had never considered before. Every experience encouraged me to keep an open mind about my future.
The weekly after-school club became somewhere I genuinely looked forward to. It was a place where I made friends, built confidence, and developed skills through fun and engaging activities. Those sessions helped me grow both personally and academically.
As I got older, IntoUniversity continued to support me by helping me prepare my CV, practise interviews, and apply for opportunities and apprenticeships. One of the most valuable experiences they helped me secure was work experience at leading asset management firm BlackRock. It gave me valuable insight into the world of finance and introduced me to career opportunities I had never imagined. More importantly, it gave me the confidence to believe in myself and showed me that your background should never limit your ambitions.
I also want to say a special thank you to Charis, Scarlet, Megan, Ariana, and the many other staff who supported me along the way. Their kindness, patience, and belief in me have meant more than they probably realise. They celebrated my achievements, encouraged me through moments of uncertainty, and genuinely cared about helping me succeed.
As I look towards the future, I’m keeping my options open between the healthcare and business sectors. Whatever path I choose, the confidence, experiences, and opportunities IntoUniversity has given me will remain part of my journey.”