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Let’s inspire futures together 

We want the UK to have the diverse workforce needed for engineering and technology to thrive and to drive economic prosperity, improve sustainability and achieve net zero. 

We’re driving change so more young people choose engineering and technology careers. If you share our ambition, we’d love for you to join us so we can work together to inspire the next generation. 

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Latest news

Keep up with the latest news from EngineeringUK – from new data and insights to events and programme announcements.

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Apprenticeships up 5% but access for young people remains a challenge

Becca Gooch, Head of Research at EngineeringUK, responds to data on apprenticeships in England released today by the government.
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What the Autumn Budget means for STEM education and careers

Beatrice Barleon, our Head of Policy and Public Affairs, reflects on what the budget means for STEM education, and for pathways into engineering and technology careers.

UK’s top young innovators wow Parliament with their STEM projects

The UK’s top young STEM innovators and finalists from The Big Bang Competition were invited to Westminster as part of EngineeringUK’s Big Bang at Parliament. They met MPs and Peers and showcased their impressive projects.
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About us

We’re a not-for-profit with a mission to enable young people from all backgrounds to be inspired, informed and progress into engineering and tech careers.
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Purpose and strategy

We aim to achieve our mission through research and evidence, leadership, activities for schools and advocacy, with a focus on long-term sustainability.
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Driving change

We want to drive up the quality, impact and reach of engineering and tech outreach activity to broaden the talent pool and secure the future workforce.
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Research and insights

Our comprehensive research looks at current and future workforce, education, programme evaluation and what young people think about engineering and tech careers.

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School outreach

Find out how EngineeringUK can support your school outreach. From understanding young people to planning effective activities and evaluation.

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Partners and membership

We work with hundreds of companies and organisations who share our ambitions. Join the collective effort to promote the range of careers in engineering and technology.

Our programmes

  • Climate Schools Programme

    This programme empowers students to explore innovative solutions to tackling climate change and discover brand-new skills. Includes science, English and geography lessons.

    Explore Climate Schools Programme

  • Tomorrow's Engineers Week

    Tomorrow’s Engineers Week is an annual, national campaign, designed to celebrate and showcase careers in engineering and technology.  Share inspiring stories about working in the industry.



    Explore Tomorrow's Engineers Week

  • The Big Bang Competition

    The UK’s biggest STEM competition for young people who enter a STEM project in science, engineering or technology strands. It rewards students individually or in project teams.

    Explore The Big Bang Competition

  • Energy Quest

    Energy Quest centres around a real-world scenario providing context for problem-solving and teamwork activities. It includes fun practical, hands-on experiments. 

    Explore Energy Quest

  • Big Bang at School

    Big Bang at School supports teachers to bring the Big Bang magic to their doorstep and host an inspiring STEM day. Schools get resources, insights and connections to support delivery.

    Explore Big Bang at School

  • Neon

    The Neon website helps teachers in primary and secondary schools find quality assured, trusted STEM activities for their students. Feature your outreach programme to reach more schools.

    Explore Neon

  • The Big Bang Fair

    The UK's biggest annual STEM event for young people. Every year, thousands of young people attend The Fair to take part in hands-on activities, careers panels and see incredible live shows.

    Explore The Big Bang Fair