Steps Engineering Your Future
Engineers Ireland
About the role
🚀 Explore the Future of Engineering: Your Ultimate Work Experience Programme! 🚀
Ready to dive into the exciting world of engineering? This programme is your all-access pass to discover a universe of career paths and specialisms – from cutting-edge sustainability 🌎 to game-changing innovation in engineering! You're guaranteed to find a path that sparks your interest. ✨
What's on the Menu? 🍽️
Get ready for an epic adventure! You'll explore diverse engineering specialisms, uncovering all the cool ways to jump into each role. We've packed this experience with super engaging activities to boost your industry knowledge. Plus, you'll wrap it all up with a downloadable certificate to brag about! 🏆
Here's a sneak peek at what you'll conquer:
module_1: An Introduction to the Engineering Industry 🏗️
Discover the vast landscape of engineering, from the endless career possibilities to the essential skills engineers crush every day. Get a real vibe of what life as an engineer is *actually* like. You’ll hear directly from a pro in a Springpod Session, flex your new knowledge with an engineering challenge, and then ace the "Who Does What?" quiz! 🧠
module_2: Innovation in Engineering 💡
See how innovation is the engine driving engineering forward. We'll dive into the tech that's shaping the sector and the breakthroughs making headlines. Get inspired by a real-world case study of the Copenhill project, hear from a working engineer in a Springpod Session, and then become a detective spotting everyday innovation. Finish with a quiz on the industry's hottest highlights! 🔥
module_3: Sustainability in Engineering 🌱
Learn about the massive impact of sustainability in engineering. We'll cover everything from eco-friendly design and manufacturing to energy, carbon, and resource management. Figure out what a green economy means for the industry, gain insights from a working engineer in a Springpod Session, and tackle a hands-on activity about saving energy at home. Then, prove your knowledge with a review quiz! 💯
module_4: The Future of Engineering 🏙️
Let's gaze into the crystal ball and see where engineering is headed – from smart cities to the evolution of the built environment and the power of community collaboration. You'll hear from a working engineer in a Springpod Session and get creative with a two-part activity where you’ll imagine and reimagine your own environment, applying your new skills to real-world scenarios. 🚀
module_5: Pathways 🗺️
Time to chart your course! This module helps you map out *your* unique journey into engineering. We'll cover different career routes, qualification options, training opportunities, and the awesome world of apprenticeships. Finish by creating your own "roadmap" activity, setting your sights on your future engineering career! 🎯
Key responsibilities
- Explore a range of engineering specialisms and career paths within the sector.
- Complete a series of activities to build understanding of the industry.
- Examine real-world case studies to see innovative design and engineering in action.
- Take part in practical activities applying learned concepts to a real-world context.
- Map out personal routes into engineering by completing a roadmapping activity.