u/ReadyBattle8943

I’ve been invited to attend a recruitment assessment with a bus company in London and it means a lot to me. I’ve been struggling financially for a long time, so I really don’t want to miss this opportunity.
I’ve got a drug test coming up I’ve already stopped smoking weed and have no intention of using it again but I’m worried about passing the test.
If anyone has any genuine advice or has been in a similar situation I’d really appreciate hearing from you.

Please keep the replies constructive and avoid comments like, “You shouldn’t have smoked in the first place.” I already know that and it doesn’t help my situation.

I know I’ve decided pretty late in the year to pursue an apprenticeship. Up until now, I’d always leaned away from the traditional career path and focused on other opportunities instead. Recently though after conversations with my Personal Adviser (PA) as a care leaver I’ll be getting my own flat soon & my priorities have shifted. I’ll soon be responsible for meeting my own housing costs bills etc consistently without fail, and it feels like a real step into adulthood. Because of that having a stable reliable income is more important than ever which is why I’m now looking seriously at apprenticeships.

For context, I’ll be 21 in November.
Qualifications:
5 GCSEs (English 6, Maths 5)
3 A Levels:
Sociology – A
Politics – C
Criminology – D

My ideal apprenticeship would be in surveying, and I’d like to start as soon as possible if I can. If that’s not realistic I’d also be interested in something in engineering or property.
One thing I do know is that I’d prefer a role that’s either a mix of office and field based work, or something more hands on and not desk bound. I dont cope well sitting behind a computer screen for 40 hours a week.

Given my age and qualifications how realistic is it for me to land an apprenticeship? Also are there any roles you’d recommend that fit what I’m looking for? Where to apply etc please any advice is useful.