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[Enter School/College name] joins forces with EDT to give students a taste of industry
[school/college] is improving the career opportunities for its young people by collaborating with national educational charity the EDT (Engineering Development Trust). Working together they will enable the pupils to take part in activities which will give them an insight into Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) careers with local industry.
Through various tasters, projects and placements, [Enter School/College name]pupils will learn more about local employers and local industry. Combinations of visits, talks, ‘hands-on’ projects and mentoring by engineers and scientists will allow the young people to see STEM subjects being used in practice and give them a taste of working in these industries.
EDT has a proven track record of success, with 30,000 young people being reached across the UK annually through their programmes. Students who have taken part have then gone on to experience success in STEM-related industries and beyond.
[Enter contact person and job title prepared to provide a quote on behalf of your School/College] said of this new partnership, “[Enter School/College name] is committed to ensuring that our students are prepared for the world of work, that they understand the careers that can be available for them and, particularly in the case of STEM careers, the skills and qualification they will need. We work with organisations like the EDT to connect with local industry and provide our young people with opportunities that enable them to apply theory into practical experiences, helping them to understand that working hard during education can lead to a rewarding career further down the line.”
[Insert relevant regional Director for EDT] said of working with [enter School/College name] “We are delighted to be working with [enter School/College name]in providing their students with the opportunity to participate in activities that will raise their awareness STEM careers in local industry. It’s important for young people to be aware of the future opportunities available to them whilst they are still in education, so that they can make informed decisions about their study options. Giving them an insight into STEM careers and into local industry at a young age can help to raise aspirations and give them hands-on experiences that will help them throughout their studies and into their future careers.”
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About EDT
The EDT (Engineering Development Trust) is an independent education charity, established in 1984. The charity runs tasters, projects and placements to inspire and motivate young people to choose courses and careers in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).
The EDT’s range of work related learning schemes provide opportunities for 11-21 year olds to enhance their technical, personal and employability skills through industry-led projects, industrial placements and specialised courses. The charity helps develop partnerships, build links between education and industry employers, helping organisations reach talent and connect with young people across the UK.
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