A robust and diverse future workforce
Engineering and technology are essential to the UK’s growth, but a skills shortage and lack of diversity is concerning. We’re committed to changing this by inspiring young people from all backgrounds to consider careers in STEM.
We need to attract more young people from all backgrounds. So, we drive collective action by partnering with organisations to conduct research, creating programmes for schools, and advocate for a sustainable, diverse workforce which addresses societal needs such as achieving net zero and economic prosperity.
Immediate opportunities to invest
A great way to make a lasting impact on the future workforce while aligning with your corporate goals is to join EngineeringUK as a Corporate Member. Members enjoy lots of exclusive benefits and strategic support.
The Big Bang is our flagship programme. We’re proud to work with a wealth of partners and sponsors – who exhibit at The Big Bang Fair or sponsor a Big Bang Competition award.
We never charge schools to participate in our activities or to enjoy access programmes such as Energy Quest or the Climate Schools Programme. Funding from partners helps us run these programmes and expand their reach.
The scale of the challenge
If we’re to engage and nurture a pool of future engineers and technicians, we need widescale interventions to inspire them through their STEM journey. We believe we need many more teachers and careers professionals who understand engineering and technology and promote them in their schools:
- 20,000 primary school teachers (one in each school)
- 30,000 secondary school teachers (one per school in science, maths, computer science and D&T)
- 10,000 careers professionals
We also need every employer, funder and provider of engineering and tech engagement to be motivated and supported to improve the quality, reach and targeting of their activities. That means we need direct support from 600 organisations and 30,000 individuals.
Contact us
Get in touch to discuss how you can support our work and help inspire more young people to consider a career in engineering and technology.
