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Driving change so more young people choose engineering and tech careers https://www.engineeringuk.com

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · last wk.

Huge congratulations to all students receiving their GCSE and VTQ results today - key milestones on the route to an engineering and technology career. Read our full response to today's results. https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/engineeringuk-comments-on-todays-level-2-results/

EngineeringUK comments on Level 2 results day 2026

Becca Gooch, our Head of Research, looks at the GCSE and Level 1 & 2 vocational technical qualifications results in 2026

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 2w ago

Did you see our #News in June? Both Neon, our site that brings together high-quality STEM outreach activities, and Big Bang are cited in the DFE's enrichment framework! 🥳 Catch up on our news: https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/enrichment-framework-a-boost-for-stem-outreach/

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 2w ago

We're delighted with the increase in students studying STEM subjects at A Level and T Level this year. Read our response to the results announced today. https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/engineeringuk-comments-on-level-3-results-day-2026/

EngineeringUK comments on Level 3 results day 2026

Becca Gooch, our Head of Research, comments on the A Level and T Level results in 2026

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3w ago

With the combination of classroom learning and practical industry experience, T Level students are perfectly placed to meet the needs of the engineering sector. If you’re supporting students to find the pathway right for them, use this: https://bit.ly/3DUaXNg #CelebrateVocational #EAL #Enginuity

EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3w ago

Only 20% of engineering and tech related apprenticeships are started by female students! We need more young women to choose apprenticeships. Use our booklet to help students find the career pathway for them: https://bit.ly/3DUaXNg #EAL #Enginuity #CelebrateVocational

EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3w ago

We’re proud to support Vocational Celebration Day! Created by #Enginuity and #EAL to spotlight and challenge outdated perceptions on the value of vocational pathways in the UK. If you’re supporting students to find the pathway for them use our booklet: https://bit.ly/3DUaXNg #EngTechCareers

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 4w ago

Back in June this year, a few our Business & Industry team went to West Cumbria to visit Nuclear Waste Services and Sellafield for the summer edition of our Business & Industry Panel. Here our Corporate Relationships Executive James Sallows blogs about the trip www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/...

Blog | Retention challenges and nuclear legacies: a postcard from West Cumbria

Back in June the Business & Industry team visited Sellafield to discuss retaining mid-career women in the sector with the EngineeringUK Business & Industry Panel.

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · last mo.

We welcome the government's ambition to strengthen technical pathways for young people. These routes open more opportunities into engineering & tech jobs and help build the future skills pipeline. Read more: https://bit.ly/4pEWc7G #EngineeringSkills #STEMCareers #FutureWorkforce

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · last mo.

Our new report shows the impact of the work we do for all the communities we serve. It brings together evidence from across our research, leadership, advocacy and activities for schools. https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/engineeringuk-publishes-first-social-impact-report/

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 2mo ago

Supporting teachers to connect climate education with engineering careers we have released 5 new teacher CPD videos. Each around 2 minutes long, they are designed to be quick, practical and easy for teachers to use alongside existing classroom resources. More: www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/...

Series of 5 new CPD videos for teachers | teaching solutions to climate change

A new series of short teacher CPD videos has been launched to help more young people understand the role of engineering and technology in tackling climate change.

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 2mo ago

Have you seen our new estimates? Engineering and technology careers could unlock £1bn for women's earnings! Thanks to everyone who shared our news on #INWED26. Find the estimates here: https://www.engineeringuk.com/school-outreach/calendar-of-events/inwed/#news #EngineeringIntelligence

EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 2mo ago

Happy #INWED26! Estee Ross, HR Director at Warren Services, is proud to share that 20% of her workforce is female. Learn how she's using apprenticeships to increase representation: https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/blog-articles/inwed26-using-apprenticeships-to-increase-representation/

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 2mo ago

On #INWED2026 we celebrate pathways opening up engineering to women. #TLevels mix learning & industry experience to build confidence. A more inclusive workforce starts here https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/blog-articles/engineering-intelligence-starts-with-people/ #EngineeringIntelligence

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 2mo ago

Today for International Women in Engineering Day we are releasing new estimates which show that engineering & tech careers could unlock £1bn for women's earnings #INWED26 https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/engineering-and-technology-careers-could-unlock-1bn-for-women-s-earnings/

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 2mo ago

Work with schools? We’d love you to share that registration for #TEWeek26 is OPEN! This year’s theme, Shape our future, shows students how engineering and tech tackle the real-world issues they care about. Schools can learn more: https://eukeducation.org.uk/our-programmes/tomorrows-engineers-week/

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3mo ago

Teaching critical thinking by asking students to identify which beetles go with which habitats, and identifying different animals, like hares and stoats in camera trap footage. The @harperadamsuni.bsky.social stand is all about the land, agriculture and sustainability.

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3mo ago

Hidden roles in rail. @networkrail.bsky.social are showcasing lots of hidden roles in rail. Did you know they employ ecologists, weather analysts, coders and drone pilots? Students are taking a quiz to see where their interests could take them. #STEMcareers #Future Workforce #BigBangFair

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3mo ago

Pack your bags and grab your passport we’re off to Generation Aviation! This busy zone – featuring Easyjet, NATS, @aerosociety.bsky.social and STEM opportunities in aviation and aerospace from the UK Civil Aviation Authority – is getting visitors to think about careers in the skies.

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3mo ago

We’re excited to announce the top winners of The Big Bang Competition! Congratulations to them all, for all their curiosity, creativity, and hard work: https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/top-talent-crowned-winners-of-the-big-bang-competition-2026/

A group of young individuals stand on a stage, holding awards at The Big Bang event, supported by Siemens and Thales. They are smiling in front of a purple backdrop with event logos. They wear lanyards and formal attire.

EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3mo ago

So brilliant to have Stantec at The #BigBangFair again this year. Not only are they sponsoring a special award at The #BigBangCompetition, they’re here on the show floor talking about #neurodiversity. #FutureWorkforce

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3mo ago

The EDF are challenging #BigBangFair visitors to balance supply from different energy sources Students are testing rapid versus home charging for EVs and learning about green energy careers

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3mo ago

Visiting The #BigBangFair today Julia Lopez MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Science, Innovation & Technology. Here she is meeting with some of the remarkable young people who are finalists in The Big Bang Competition.

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3mo ago

Putting students through their paces at the Royal Navy stand. Covering all the STEM bases - from physiology to data tracking, wearable tech and analysing performance, engineering equipment and tracking improvements - visitors are learning to build confidence and resilience.

EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3mo ago

Intense concentration over at the Sellafield stand. Students are highly engaged in a range of activities all linked to the curriculum, careers, and Skills Builder. Featuring apprentices, engineering grads, and early career role models. #Nuclear #Apprentices #BigBangFair

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A mannequin wearing a hazmat suit and gas mask is having their badge scanned at The Big Bang Fair. Another person in casual attire is assisting with the scanning process. The event appears lively, with various booths and attendees in the background.

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3mo ago

Students discovering 100 roles to kickstart their career on the Technicians: We Make the Difference stand. They’re discovering the precision of lab technicians, learning about medical training with a simulation technician and taking the Weetabix challenge with food science development technicians

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3mo ago

Standing room only at @discovermaterials.bsky.social! Students are meeting brilliant volunteers to understand what makes up the world and getting hands on with activities, creating their own 3D printed animals. Learning about #STEM from everywhere!

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3mo ago

So much to do and discover with Rolls-Royce. Students are learning about teamwork and trial and error with 3D printed turbine and submarine. They can try welding, test aerodynamics and learn about fuel injection. #BigBangFair

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3mo ago

At the @nationalhighways.bsky.social stand visitors are learning all about amazing potential careers in #data and #digital. By completing tasks such as hacking traffic lights, future fortunes, play your cards right they’ll learn skills to help them beat the #EscapeRoom! #BigBangFair

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3mo ago

Young people are learning that minerals matter at the Minerals Matter stand! By meeting role models early in their careers, they’re leaving about a variety of opportunities are available in mining, above and below ground, as well as extracting minerals through blasting. #BigBangFair

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EngineeringUK @engineeringuk.com · 3mo ago

Doors are open at The #BigBangFair 2026💥 Excited to be inspiring young people for the next 3 days! #STEMcareers #FutureWorkforce

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