2018 – The Year of Engineering
2018 is the official Year of Engineering and with over four months gone and eight yet to come, we have already seen lots to celebrate and plan for, both for engineering clients and candidates alike.
What is the Year of Engineering?
The Year of Engineering is a government-backed campaign, that sets out to celebrate and highlight one of the UK’s most productive industries that is already contributing £486 billion to the UK economy. With a calendar full of events, talks, challenges and exhibitions, 2018
Why are we celebrating engineering?
We all know that as a career and an industry, engineering is innovative, exciting and rewarding. However, there is a lack of public knowledge and interest, especially among women and school children, in engineering. This has resulted in a sector with a significant gender and ethnic imbalance and with a notable lack of young and new entrants.
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How are we celebrating?
The Year of Engineering is putting engineering in the spotlight in a big way. Backed by an inspiring social media campaign,
- Engineering – what it is and what it encompasses
- Women in engineering – celebrating existing female talent and challenging stereotypes
- Engineering’s role in making the world a better place –
demonstrating major achievements and looking towards the future - Engineering as a career – routes in, around and up
- Skills and mindset – proving that engineering is more than just a technical mind
What’s happened so far?
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How can you get involved?
There are still plenty of opportunities for RTRS’ engineering clients and candidates to get involved:
Become a registered partner
Pledge your support to the campaign and help to raise awareness by signing up here. Already backed by the UK Space Agency, Apple, the RAF, Airbus and Boeing, you will be in good company as an official sponsor.
Take part in upcoming events
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Why engineering clients and candidates should get involved
Taking part in the Year of Engineering will help you to:
Raise your profile
Whether that is raising your profile as an employer or an employee, there are plenty of opportunities to network, get known and strengthen your company or personal brand.
Increase your knowledge
The Year of Engineering isn’t just about challenging the public’s perception, it’s about challenging yours too; opening your mind and broadening your experience.
Taking part looks great on your CV and is something to talk about at interviews.
How RTRS is pledging its support
We’ll be highlighting the Year of Engineering regularly with our blogs, news pieces and discussing it with our clients and candidates. This is our year – let’s celebrate!
Science Museum – London
Ongoing
Engineer Your Future
An interactive exhibition about engineering.
Invisible Superheroes (ICE) – London
Throughout 2018
Celebrate the unsung engineering heroes who are transforming lives and safeguarding the future.
The Power of Women and Innovation – Salford
09 May 2018
Discuss and debate the role of women in engineering.
EPC Annual Congress – Newport
14 May 2018
Network, learn and share at the EPC’s annual Congress, discussing if engineering HE is fit for the future
Imagineering Fair – Somerset
30 May – 02 June
Companies, colleges and universities get together for a four-day fair dedicated to engineering and technology
Bringing STEM to life with an exciting and inspiring range of activities from employers and colleges across the UK.
Scotland – 12 June 2018
Haywards Heath – 27 June 2018
Bristol – 27 June 2018
Hertfordshire – 05 July 2018
Liverpool – 10 July 2018
London – 13 July 2018
Open House Families – London
10 June 2018
A free festival of design, engineering and architecture.
UK Robotics Week – London
21-29 June 2018
A national week of celebration for UK robotics.
Imeche Rail Challenge – Leicestershire
28 June 2018
Teams go head-to-head showcasing their bespoke designed and manufactured railways locomotives.
European International Submarine Race – Gosport
04-13 July 2018
Combining sport and engineering in a human-powered submarine race against the clock.
Home Automation Challenge Ceremony – Coventry
06 July 2018
Showcasing and announcing this year’s winners who have designed and manufactured a product automating a task in the home or garden.
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