Jobs in engineering and tech
Engineering is everywhere. From the clothes you’re wearing to the device you’re using, engineers transform the lives of billions of people every day.
What do civil engineers do? How is tech tackling climate change? What skills do you need? How much can you earn? Let us help you navigate the wonderfully broad world of engineering and technology careers.
For anyone considering engineering, I would definitely recommend giving it a try. There is such a range of engineering roles and areas around that it’s very likely you’ll find something which suits your strengths and interests.
— Emma, Development Project Management Year in Industry Student, RWE
Career pathways
Pathways into engineering and tech are different for each UK nation. Wherever you are, we've got you covered.
Discover more about the skills needed and what it takes to become an engineer in Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Explore careers
With so many different types of engineering it can be hard to know which one suits your students. Our Dare to discover blog series offers insight and advice from 15 Professional Engineering Institutions into the many roles – and how to get into them.
Real jobs
Hear from real people doing real engineering and technology jobs across a variety of industries. Watch our short videos to learn what these inspiring STEM professionals do, what they love about their role, and how they got started. Every role and career path is different, let your students be inspired by these stories.
19%
of all UK jobs are in engineering and technology
25%
of all job adverts are for roles in engineering and tech
<725,000
new jobs are needed to support the transition to net zero
36%
of young people prefer a technical or vocational route into engineering and tech careers
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STEM funding for schools
We want all students to have the chance to do great STEM activities – however tight school budgets are. We offer bursaries to our priority schools.
Working in engineering and tech
The UK needs more engineers and technicians! Employment prospects are good and the industry is growing. Discover the diverse range of careers available.
Careers partners
We work in partnership with careers organisations and professionals. This helps us reach more young people, align with careers frameworks and grow good practice.
Skills and careers pathways
Discover the skills employers want and routes into the industry. We've mapped career pathways for England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
Free schools resources
Download free careers resources, lesson plans, worksheets and activities to inspire your students with engineering and technology careers. Choose from EUK Education activities and downloads and browse 100s from other providers to find the perfect fit for your students.
Our activities for schools
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Climate Schools Programme
Empower your students to explore innovative solutions to tackling climate change and discover brand-new skills. Includes science, English and geography lessons.
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Tomorrow's Engineers Week
Help your students see how engineering and technology tackles the real-world issues they care about during our annual Tomorrow’s Engineers Week.
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The Big Bang Challenge
Support your students to build a STEM project step-by-step with The Big Bang Challenge. They get certificates and virtual badges along the way.
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The Big Bang Competition
Bring your students’ ideas to life with the UK’s biggest STEM competition for young people. Enter a STEM project to be in with the chance of winning life-changing prizes.
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Energy Quest
Centred around a real-world scenario for problem-solving and teamwork activities. The lesson plans are filled with fun, practical, hands-on experiments for students to run and learn from.
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Big Bang at School
Everything you need to host an exciting day filled with amazing science and engineering activities, workshops and more. Get resources, insights and connections so you can deliver an unforgettable day.
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The Big Bang Fair
Challenge your students’ perceptions of STEM at The Big Bang Fair. Take part in hands-on activities, inspiring shows and careers panels. It's the UK’s biggest celebration of STEM.
Save the date
Make the most of campaigns like Tomorrow's Engineers Week and Ada Lovelace Day to inspire students' career aspirations. Explore our events calendar to find key dates and plan impactful activities. Don't miss a thing!
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