So much more than talking about jobs

Guide to a Career in Engineering brings together 12 free engineering virtual work experiences from employers

Employers including the Aviation Industry Skills Board (AISB), Airbus, Rolls-Royce, the RAF, Network Rail, GE Vernova, AtkinsRéalis, AXA and Ideagen.

What's inside:


• Six types of engineering explained simply, from aerospace and rail to civil, energy and AI, so students can find the area that suits them
• Real engineering tasks to try online, such as working out whether stations can power a new fleet of electric trains, or handling a simulated track emergency
• A QR code and link for every experience, so students can start in seconds
• The routes into engineering, including A levels, T Levels, apprenticeships and degrees
• A free AI Interview Coach from the RAF and Rolls-Royce, where students can practise interview questions and get instant feedback.

Most experiences take about an hour, are open to students aged 13 and over, and give students a certificate to add to their CV, UCAS or apprenticeship applications.

A few ways you could use it:


• Share the PDF with a class or year group or curriculum area
• Print a copy for your careers library or noticeboard
• Pick one experience for a lesson, form time or a careers session, and let students finish it at home

Valuing Careers

  • Individuals: Career development can support individuals throughout their education and career; facilitating positive transitions, building career management skills and fostering career wellbeing.
  • The economy: Career development can support the economy by improving the efficiency of the labour market and promoting effective skills/knowledge development. 
  • Society: Career development can benefit society by promoting social justice and equity in education and work for all members of the community.

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do you need advice

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you would like to arrange a careers interview or require further information. Mrs S Beeton, Head of Careers sbeeton@sphs.uk.com