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So you are thinking of becoming a scientist or engineer - but where do you start?
There are hundreds of great jobs out there in science, engineering, technology (SET) and construction for you to choose from. To give you an idea, you may want to look at all the different careers that are available. Try these for size:
- Read about the Role Models - women currently working in SET or construction, fill out our quick quizzes or take a look at some Fun websites.
- Visit the Enginuity or call them free on: 0800282167 for advice and information on a career in SET and construction.
- Aged 13-19? If so, Connexions Direct can help you with information and advice on learning, careers, and much more.
- If you have recently graduated or are in your last year of a degree, visit Milkround Online to search for a job.
- Where do you see your career taking you? SCENTA offers a selection of career advice, information and opportunities to assist you in your quest.
You know what career you want, but do you know whether you want to go to university or take a modern apprenticeship route? These sites will explain about your options:
- Interested in going into Higher Education? Then visit Student Support ran by the DfES or visit UCAS - Universities and Colleges Admissions Service - for information on universities and what they can offer across the UK
- Prefer a Modern Apprenticeship? Visit
http://www.e-elp.co.uk/learning/modern_apprenticeships/ - the website where engineering employers and apprentices meet. - If you have already chosen which SET career you want to take, and are looking for sponsorship to assist with undergraduate study:
Download Undergraduate Sponsorship in Engineering document - If you're 16+ and want a point in the right direction:
Download Help for Girls 16+ document
There are many websites out there with advice and information on career options. Here are some of them:
- Career advice and opportunities:
http://www.astrazeneca.co.uk/azcareers/index.asp - Advice and info on careers:
http://education.independent.co.uk/careers_advice/ - Choosing a career and job hunting:
http://tiscali.doctorjob.com/careersadvice/index.asp - Info on loads of careers:
http://www.channel4.com/brilliantcareers/ - Higher Education student support:
http://www.dfes.gov.uk/studentsupport/ - Higher Education info:
http://www.coa.co.uk/?p=students&s=s - For anyone thinking about going to Uni:
http://www.universityoptions.co.uk/students/ - Careers advice and graduate opportunities:
http://www.insidecareers.co.uk/__8025696E005CD851.nsf/frames?openframeset - Graduate careers website:
http://www.prospects.ac.uk/cms/ShowPage/Home_page/p!eLaXi - Funding sources, wage predictions and more:
http://www.scholarship-search.org.uk/ - On-line learning:
http://www.learndirect.co.uk/ - Engineering careers:
http://www.raengbest.org.uk/w1/careers.htm - Careers in construction:
http://www.bconstructive.co.uk/intro.asp
Many institutions also have their own website. You can access this list through the
Engineering Council website.
Places to Visit
It is always good to have places in mind to visit, whether it is for a school trip or just to see with family. Please see below a list of places we recommend that are always good fun and can get you really thinking!
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