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We'll be sharing latest news and views. This is where you can find out about our work with the engineering and technology sector, latest research and advocacy work. You'll also read about STEM education and our activities for schools. We'll also share views and insights and if you'd like to contribute a blog, we'd love to hear from you!

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Big Bang on Location spotlights STEM careers to students

Over 400 students in Grimsby and Rugby took part in a free Big Bang on Location event in November.

Finalists from The Big Bang Competition showcase talent

Finalists from The Big Bang Competition showcase their STEM talent at Parliament.

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Tomorrow's Engineers Week inspires over 55,000 young people

Over 55,000 young people were inspired with engineering and technology careers during Tomorrow's Engineers Week 2024

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Expanding Energy Quest with the Volvo For Life Fund

EngineeringUK is partnering with Volvo Cars to expand the reach of our Energy Quest programme in UK schools to help get young people to think like engineers.

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Latest blogs

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Taking climate awareness to the classroom

Why not empower tomorrow's workforce by becoming a STEM ambassador? ‘Tackling Climate Change’ is a 40 or 55-minute classroom-based engagement designed by EngineeringUK’s Head of Environmental Sustainability Mike Hardisty.

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Reflections on the career readiness of young people

Lucie Heseltine, Senior Research & Insights Manager, The Careers & Enterprise Company reflects on young people and career readiness.

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T Level students can help businesses

T Level students can be a great way to plug skills gaps in your business and develop tomorrow’s engineers and manufacturers

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Engineering education ‘necessary and essential component’ in primary schools

Engineering in Primary Schools group believes engineering education is a necessary entitlement for all primary learners in our schools.

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Podcasts

Edufuturist podcast: Tomorrow's Engineers Week

Did you know the majority of young people know little about post-secondary options? Find out why Tomorrow's Engineers Week is so vital.

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The Green Edge podcast: in conversation with EngineeringUK

Dr Hilary Leevers, Chief Executive on our policy recommendations and Science Education Tracker research.

City & Guilds Foundation and Friends podcast

EngineeringUK joins a discussion on helping young people overcome education skills and development challenges.

STEM Learning – STEM Insights podcast

EngineeringUK's Head of Engagement Projects, Kim Biddulph, chats about new pilot programme for schools, The Climate Schools Programme.

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Upcoming events

Join us at one of our events or member webinars. Our calendar of events also includes campaigns and awareness days to engage schools and young people.

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Research and insights

For more than 20 years we’ve examined the sector's workforce composition, impact and education pathways with future skills demands. We deliver reports and insights trusted and respected by industry, government and media.

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