There is never really a quiet moment in the EngineeringUK policy and public affairs team and the last couple of months have been no exception. Our Policy Manager Gemma Peach blogs here about the things that have kept them busy! www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/...

Published today our new research report reveals computing and ‘engineering and technology’ were the 4th and 5th most popular degree subjects across all levels of study in the UK. https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/engineering-and-technology-continues-to-rank-in-top-5-degrees/

Are you looking for a role in a dynamic and busy policy and public affairs team operating in the education and skills policy arena? We have a new fixed term opportunity. https://www.engineeringuk.com/working-at-engineeringuk/current-vacancies/education-and-skills-policy-manager-part-time/

Counting down to #InnovationZero 🌍 Watch our CEO share how proud she is that EngineeringUK is their charity partner for 2026, the roles needed to reach #NetZero & inspiring young people from all backgrounds into #GreenCareers. 28–29 April, London Olympia. We hope to see you there!

35% of young people are interested in a career that will help reduce the impact of climate change. Use #EarthDay today to promote engineering and tech careers through environmental sustainability. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4tB3NVS #DrivingChange #EnvironmentalSustainability

We're pleased to announce the finalists in our industry-backed STEM innovation contest The Big Bang Competition 2026. With particular thanks to Thales and Siemens, who are supporting the engineering and science strands respectively this year. www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/...

💥 Inspire the next gen into STEM 💥Volunteer for a day at The Big Bang Fair: the UK’s biggest celebration of science, engineering & tech for young people! 9 to 11 June, NEC. Make a difference, apply by 8 May 👉 https://www.thebigbang.org.uk/volunteering/ #BigBangFair #Volunteering #FutureWorkforce

Get the unmissable monthly EngineeringUK newsletter! Expert insight without the noise. Research, policy context, events, and inspiring stories shaping engineering. Stay informed. Stay connected. Sign up https://www.engineeringuk.com/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/ #ThoughtLeadership #DrivingChange

Today we've partnered with Mediaplanet on their ‘Workforce Transformation and Your Future Career’ report. Our contribution is a clarion call for diversity in the engineering and technology workforce. #WorkforceTransformationandYFC2026 Read more: www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/...

Proud to be #InnovationZero’s charity partner for 2026. #NetZero depends on workforce growth – and young people knowing the engineering and tech roles driving decarbonisation. Join us on 28 & 29 April, Olympia: https://www.innovationzero.com/ticketing-attendance #DrivingChange #STEMSkills

Engineering professionals are offered the opportunity to teach at university. Find out more about the @raeng.org.uk Visiting Professors scheme. Find out more and appy: https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/turning-industry-into-academia/

Beatrice Barleon, our Head of Policy and Public Affairs, gives our response on the newly announced government initiatives to boost engineering and tech opportunities. https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/new-government-measurements-set-to-boost-engineering-and-tech-opportunities/

We’re pleased to support recommendations from a new report led by @uniofreading.bsky.social that puts more emphasis on climate solutions and green career pathways in the classroom. 👉 https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/ten-point-plan-to-deliver-climate-education-unveiled/

Do you love bringing people together? We are looking for a Network Engagement Officer, a new fixed term contract for 18 months, working 3 days a week. Closing date 30 March https://www.engineeringuk.com/working-at-engineeringuk/current-vacancies/network-engagement-officer/

#BritishScienceWeek reminds us that people power #STEM. At The #BigBangFair, volunteers share stories, challenge stereotypes & inspire young people to consider STEM careers. Can you volunteer for a day? 9–11 June, the NEC 👉https://www.thebigbang.org.uk/volunteering/ #DrivingChange #EngTEchCareers

Corporate Member City & Guilds is supporting Future Dot Now to understand the digital skills employers need. Take this 10 min survey! https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=OT154DkJbUmxKRmO3ZFv64lXycsRBnxMiMSw0zpYJtBUMzU5T0NJNzNRMkMwSktEVklMMFk4SkpTWS4u&origin=lprLink&route=shorturl

We’re looking for an experienced Events Manager to plan, manage and implement delivery of our Big Bang Fair, Tomorrow’s Engineers Live and Big Bang at Parliament STEM events for young people. https://www.engineeringuk.com/working-at-engineeringuk/current-vacancies/events-manager-maternity-cover/

Happy #BSW26! The current review of the curriculum is an opportunity to ensure the sciences help students find a route into #EngTechCareers: https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/shaping-the-new-scottish-sciences-curriculum//?utm_source=EUK&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=allroutes

Ahead of International Women's Day on Sunday, a reminder that girls regularly outperform their male counterparts in STEM subjects at school. #IWD2026 https://www.engineeringuk.com/school-outreach/calendar-of-events/international-womens-day/

Happy #ScotAppWeek26! We’re looking forward to convening our cross-border roundtable on Tuesday 17 March. Learn more: https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/blog-articles/stem-policy-round-up-march-2026//?utm_source=EUK&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=allroutes #WorkingForScotland #EngTechCareers

Women are the most underrepresented group in the engineering and technology workforce. While the proportion of women is increasing, progress is slow, particularly for a sector that is growing faster than any other. There is still work to do. #IWD2026 www.engineeringuk.com/school-outre...

We know from our programme evaluation that girls ARE interested in STEM jobs. More needs to be done to keep them from dropping out of the education pipeline. Only 16.9% of the current engineering and tech workforce are women. Find out more about #IWD2026 www.engineeringuk.com/school-outre...

Happy National Careers Week! Showcasing all the routes into #EngTechCareers helps students find the right career. Get resources to help: https://www.engineeringuk.com/school-outreach/calendar-of-events/national-careers-week/?utm_source=EUK&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=allroutes/#daretodiscover

Need inspiration on how to lift the lid on #EngTechCareers for #NCW2026? Get inspired with our resources: https://www.engineeringuk.com/school-outreach/calendar-of-events/national-careers-week/?utm_source=EUK&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=allroutes/#daretodiscover

Scotland’s curriculum reform provides a significant opportunity to equip young people with the knowledge and skills to thrive in engineering & tech careers. Today we publish recommendations from the roundtable we co-hosted with @educationscotland.bsky.social www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/...

New report for #CharteredWeek: young people's views of professional registration in #EngTechCareers: https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/professional-registration-could-help-increase-young-people-s-interest-in-engineering//?utm_source=EUK&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=allroutes

64% of young people turn to parents for careers advice, but many aren't confident discussing #EngTechCareers. Our All routes booklet helps: https://www.tomorrowsengineers.org.uk/improving-practice/resources/all-routes-into-engineering-webinar//?utm_source=TE&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=allroutes

⏰Final call! We need volunteer judges for The Big Bang Competition, deadline 19 Feb. Biologists especially welcome (#LifeSciences, #BioTech, #Ecology, #Microbiology). Around 10 hours, fully online, fully supported. Apply now! https://thebigbang.org.uk/volunteering/#competition #STEMVolunteers

📢 Save the date! Tomorrow’s Engineers Week, will return for 2026. Taking place from 9 to 13 November 2026, the week will celebrate #EngTechCareers to inspire the next gen. Learn more: https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/tomorrow-s-engineers-week-returns-for-2026/ #TEWeek26 #STEM

Happy #TLevelsThursday! According to the UK Department of Education, 92% of T Level students go into work, study or apprenticeships. If you’re looking to reduce industry skills gaps and access future employees offering T Level placements could be the answer: https://bit.ly/3ZpO0vU #NAW2026

Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science! Did you know that only 20% of engineering and technology related apprenticeships are started by female students? Let’s change that together: https://bit.ly/3ZpO0vU #NAW2026 #EngTechCareers #GirlsInSTEM #WomenInScience

Happy #NAW2026! We need more young people to choose apprenticeships and T Levels for #EngTechCareers! Learn more: https://www.engineeringuk.com/school-outreach/calendar-of-events/national-apprenticeship-week//?utm_source=EUK&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=allroutes

Only 12% of girls feel engineering fits who they are. If they can’t see themselves in #EngTechCareers, they won’t choose them. Learn more: https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/blog-articles/how-to-create-outreach-programmes-that-land//?utm_source=EUK&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=allroutes

Only 25% of young people feel #EngTechCareers fit with who they are. Read our latest blog for tips on how to create outreach that connects: https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/blog-articles/how-to-create-outreach-programmes-that-land//?utm_source=EUK&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=allroutes

Be blown away by young people’s creativity! Volunteer as a judge for The Big Bang Competition and help inspire the next gen of #STEM superstars. Fully online, around 10 hour commitment. Apply by 19 Feb https://www.thebigbang.org.uk/volunteering/ #FutureWorkforce #DrivingChange #Volunteer

Less than 20% of engineering & tech workforce are women. Our All routes into engineering guide inspires young people into #EngTechCareers: https://www.tomorrowsengineers.org.uk/improving-practice/resources/all-routes-into-engineering-webinar//?utm_source=TE&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=allroutes

Proud to be the charity partner for Innovation Zero 2026 – the UK’s leading #NetZero event. Together we’ll drive climate action & inspire future #engineers. 28–29 April, London https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/engineeringuk-announced-as-innovation-zero-2026-charity-partner/

Together with IDG we're developing a new outreach programme for young people to increase their knowledge and interest in #engineering & #career opportunities. ➡️https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/new-partnership-to-tackle-engineering-workforce-shortages-in-food-and-drink-industry

Did you know young people interested in #EngTechCareers often prefer technical routes? https://www.engineeringuk.com/research-and-insights/our-research-and-evaluation-reports/educational-pathways-infographic-dashboard//?utm_source=EUK&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=allroutes #FutureWorkforce #STEM

We’re on a mission to inspire young people into engineering and tech careers. Join us at Tomorrow's Engineers Live on 10 Feb to connect, share, and drive #STEMOutreach forward. Programme and speakers 👉 https://www.tomorrowsengineers.org.uk/tomorrow-s-engineers-live/programme/ #DrivingChange #TELive

#STEM professionals needed 🚨 #Volunteer as a judge for The Big Bang Competition. Inspire young people by assessing and feeding back on their brilliant STEM ideas and innovations. 10 hours, fully online, huge impact! ⏰ Apply by 19 Feb 👉 https://bit.ly/4pvFcPB #STEMVolunteer

Happy #2026! As we step into a new year, we’re excited to inspire even more young people to explore #engineering and #technology careers. Together with our wonderful partners and supporters, we’ll work hard to open doors, spark curiosity, and build a diverse #FutureWorkforce.

Wishing all our amazing members, supporters and friends a wonderful festive season. Thanks for making 2025 so impactful. Here are just some of our highlights https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/news-articles/our-highlights-from-202425/ We’re back on 2 January, ready for a busy 2026!

The Tomorrow’s Engineers Code unites organisations to inspire more young people into engineering and tech. This year, we introduced a new approach to community engagement. Read more: https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/blog-articles/developing-new-ways-to-inspire-more-young-minds/ #EndOfYear

Many girls still feel engineering isn’t a career for them. That’s why we launched the gender pathway collective! Read more in our latest blog: https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/blog-articles/developing-new-ways-to-inspire-more-young-minds/ #STEMHighlights #EndOfYear

Reflecting on 2024/25, we wanted to spotlight our new initiatives! In Sept 2024 we launched EUK Education, bringing all our schools’ offering together. Read more in our latest blog: https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/blog-articles/developing-new-ways-to-inspire-more-young-minds/ #EndOfYear

It can be hard to stay positive about the climate crisis. As the dust settles on COP30, our Head of Environmental Sustainability reflects on the reasons to stay positive in his latest blog: https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/blog-articles/reflecting-on-cop30/ #COP30 #Sustainability

We’re celebrating our 2024/25 highlights 🥳 ✅ engaged 206k+ young people ✅ 56 new Code Signatories ✅ a new partnership to inspire girls in science ✅ launched EUK Education ✅ collaborated with hundreds of orgs Huge thanks to our supporters, partners & volunteers! Read more: https://bit.ly/4qpBicb

T Levels = real‑world placements + practical skills. They build diverse, job‑ready talent for engineering & tech. T Levels will help widen your pipeline 👉 https://www.engineeringuk.com/latest-news/blog-articles/how-can-t-levels-help-with-recruitment/ #TLevels #Diversity #Inclusion #FutureTalent

Tomorrow’s Engineers Live 2026 will be supported by Thales! They're committed to inspiring the next gen through STEM outreach. 10 Feb, IET London https://billetto.co.uk/e/tomorrow-s-engineers-live-2026-tickets-1689627?utm_source=organiser&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=copy_link&utm_content=2 #TELive