Young people will have the opportunity to engage first hand with mentors from industry  and solve a real life challenges faced by industry.

Our projects take place throughout the academic year and are led by industry experts to help young people develop important life skills and gain a better understanding of STEM.  Our projects are applied for by the teacher and were previously known as Engineering Education Scheme (EES) and Go4SET.

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Students will engage and develop the following vital skills:

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• technical

• team working

• project management

• time management

• presentation

• communication

• data management

• report writing

• sustainability

• deciphering and understanding of business needs.

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Students will participate in careers webinars, online STEM activities and masterclasses and conduct research to complete their project.  They will have the opportunity to tour the workplaces of industry partners and ask questions direct through inspiring sessions with STEM professionals, virtually or on site. These fantastic and uniquely created projects are designed to accelerate young peoples personal growth and preparing them for the real  working world.

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Hear what our students say about project (previously known as Go4SET)

Industrial Cadets Accreditation

The work and outcomes produced from the project will contribute to the students achieving an Industrial Cadets  award.  This nationally recognised award demonstrates a unique insight into industry, a quality experience and progression. Students can build their Industrial Cadets portfolio with the various levels and showcase their achievements to educators and potential employers.  Find out more

Teachers can be assured that...

• our virtual projects sessions will be held in a safe online environment

• the structure of the project meets the Gatsby benchmarks and fully support and enhance the career programme in school

• their students will receive support from a mentor,

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Employers/Partners - Get involved!

• You will have a flexible delivery option and the ability to customise the project brief to your company.

• By collaborating with us, companies  will get a real sense of young people’s views on some of the key challenges for the future 

• With our virtual projects; as well as the 6 students whom you will be mentoring, you will have access and outreach to hundreds of students across the UK taking part.  

• It's a great way to raise your community profile and build links with schools and colleges

• Inspire young people and contribute towards creating a talent pipeline for your business

• Improve social mobility by delivering quality experiences to potential employees of the future

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Projects for 13-16 year olds

Projects for 16 year olds and over