UK Electronics Skills Foundation

A charity focused on addressing the skills shortage in the electronics sector. They work to encourage more young people to study Electronics and pursue careers in the industry.

 

Years awarded: 2022, 2025
Region: South West
Size: 1-49 employees
Sector: Charities and not-for-profit

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2022 Award

Strengthening the electronics pipeline through scholarship and industry collaboration

Theme: ApprenticeshipsTalent pipeline / Career pathwaysUpskilling

Topics: BAME focusBespoke training; Work experience, internships, graduate programmes

UKESF’s industry-led Scholarship Scheme addresses critical skills shortages in the sector. With 900+ scholars from 29 universities placed with 100+ employers, 90% enter the sector post-graduation. The wrap-around programme develops professional and technical skills, with a strong diversity focus – 25% of awards go to women and 47% to BAME students. Backed by a government grant, UKESF is now expanding into schools to inspire future talent.

2022 Award

Introducing students to electronic design

Theme: Diversity, Equity, InclusionTalent pipeline / Career pathways 

Topics: BAME focusDigitalWomen focusWork experience, internships, graduate programmes

This educational charity aimed to tackle a supply shortage in electronic design graduates via a scholarship programme which engages with industry and universities to provide work placements. In addition to encouraging women and students with a range of social, economic and BAME barriers into STEM careers, 676 scholarships have been awarded to date and 93% of graduates work in the electronics and technology sectors.

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