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
Region: South West
Size: 1-49 employees
Sector: Charities and not-for-profit
Introducing students to electronic design
Theme: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion; Talent pipeline / Career pathways
Topics: BAME focus; Digital; Women focus; Work 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.
News and case studies featuring UK Electronics Skills Organisation:
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