- Ages 14 to 18
- Online
- 8 October 2024 to 30 April 2026
- Flexible project work
- Free
Project
Discover and explore what it’s like to be a chemical engineer working in different industries.
Overview
To discover and explore what it’s like to be a chemical engineer working in different industries, young people can access this interactive virtual work experience programme called 'Engineering a sustainable world'.
The programme features bite-sized interactive modules about chemical engineering and its importance in energy, food and drink, water, and healthcare. The modules include:
Logistics
Hosted by experience provider Springpod, the programme features over 6 hours of engaging content that can accessed on demand.
Students are able to download a certificate record their achievement.
The work experience programme is accompanied by a mini project also listed on Neon called the IChemE Sprint where students can try a real-world task. You can find out more about the sprint by clicking on the IChemE link above the 'Check availability' button at the top.
Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects
Learning what the engineering workplace is like
Develop engineering employability skills
Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers
Challenge stereotypes by showing the diversity of disciplines, people and skills involved in engineering
The Gatsby benchmarks are a framework for good careers guidance for schools across all of England and in some areas across the rest of the UK. This experience helps your school to reach the following benchmarks:
The essential skills every young person needs to succeed in education and their future career. Find out more at the Skills Builder Partnership. This experience builds the following skills:
Aiming high - the ability to set clear, tangible goals and devise a robust route to achieving them.
Problem solving - the ability to find a solution to a complex situation or challenge.
STEM Ambassadors from a wide range of STEM-related jobs to help bring subjects to life!
Discover Energy with Megawatt! Megawatt is an award-winning energy card game, accredited by the Association for Science Education, and designed for the classroom. The game is extensively supported by lesson plans, posters and STEM teaching material. Our team will deliver a full day of engaging workshops built around Megawatt.
Join IChemE as a Process Design Engineer, getting to grips with energy engineering.