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STEM opportunities

By taking part in our opportunities you can learn more about what a career in STEM might look like for you, as well as develop skills and experiences that can help with your applications to jobs, universities, and apprenticeships. See our opportunities below:

Online Mentoring

Not sure what to do after Year 13? Talk to one of our free STEM Mentors to help you explore future career options.

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Research Placements & Experiences

Do one of our research placements to gain real-life workplace experience in the STEM sector.

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Am I eligible for a placement?

Our placements support students who need it most. Use our eligibility tool to find out if our placements are right for you.

Visit our virtual 'Life after school' careers fair

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Take a tour of the virtual careers fair and discover a wide range of employers that can support you with life after school.

Discover employer career pathways

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Visit 25 national employers offering career pathways into STEM at this virtual careers fair.

Apprenticeships: virtual careers fair

Explore virtual stands showcasing STEM organisations offering apprenticeships

Visit our virtual climate change careers fair

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Tour the virtual careers fair of organisations who are adapting to the challenges of climate change

What placement is right for me?

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Choose from a two-week research placement or a five-day experience, depending on what suits you. Research Placements and Experiences both allow you to develop skills and knowledge you have learned in education. Learn more about the difference here.

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