The Young Engineer Summer Experience

Name: The Young Engineer Summer Experience
Brand: InvestIN Education
SKU: 6721605828696
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The Young Engineer Summer Experience

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Overview

Book now and take advantage of our 15% early-bird discount using the code SUMMER15A. Offer ends midnight December 31st.

Join us for the ultimate work experience for aspiring engineers in London this summer, for students aged 15-18.

Over the course of 2 weeks, students will get to step into the shoes of an engineer working in London, through a range of immersive career simulations and exclusive professional site visits. Take apart a petrol engine, visit the largest collection of classic cars in the UK and board a Boeing 747 jet with aerospace engineers.

Register now for a life-changing experience that will set you up for a future as a successful engineer, or contact us to find out more. Alternatively, explore our Young Engineer Weekend Programme.

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'Boeing Experience': exclusive access to a range of commercial aircraft alongside aerospace engineers and pilots at an airfield
Discover the magic of ‘Supercar’ production and design with engineers from leading supercar brands
Take apart a petrol engine under the supervision of a top mechanical engineer
Design an aerofoil and test it live in a wind tunnel with a Rolls Royce engineer
Use structural engineering principles to build your own bridge and test it to make sure it can carry heavy loads
Create your own sustainable engineering solutions to protect the Thames Estuary from the imminent flood risk
Pitch your own cutting-edge engineering start-up to a panel of experts in a simulated Dragons’ Den

Be coached through the immersive experiences with engineers from world-renowned firms specialising in mechanical, civil, materials, aerospace engineering and more
Private networking sessions with these professionals, who can become vital connections for your future career

Receive training on how to land the most desirable jobs in engineering
Advice on subject choices, university selection, work experience, extra-curricular activities and more

Attending the experience demonstrates that you have gained skills which are highly-valued by top universities
Complete the online assessment after the programme and receive a personalised certificate to include in your UCAS/College applications.
Personalised industry reference letter from engineers confirming what you achieved on the programme.

Experience one of the best universities on the planet: University College London (UCL).
Meet talented and ambitious students from around the world who fly in for our unique engineering work experience, creating an invaluable global network.

Choose from one of the following options:

1. First Week Only (taster experience); or
2. Two-Week Experience (the full programme); or
3. Two-Week Premium Experience (the ultimate package with both weeks plus enhanced benefits)

Accommodation
You can choose either residential or non-residential. The accommodation is at UCL student halls in central London. We provide residential students with meals, guardianship and fun activities on evenings and weekends. Airport transfers are also available at checkout.

Immersive Experience Week 1

Civil and Structural Engineering

Use core concepts and real-world constraints to design a civil engineering masterpiece
Build a structure to carry weight across two points in a graduate recruitment-style group task
Compete against other attendees to impress the judges and become the most successful engineer

Materials and Aerospace Engineering

Understand the physics of flight when manufacturing a high-performing aerofoil
Work with a Rolls Royce engineer to improve and test 3D-printed aerofoil designs
Find the optimum conditions for flight using a wind tunnel
Discuss your results with top material and aerospace engineers and propose solutions to achieve the most aerodynamic design

The Boeing Experience

Visit an airfield and explore a range of commercial aircraft with pilots and aerospace engineers
Learn how the design of different aircraft and gliders varies depending on function
Rig and derig a glass fibre glider with traditional controls, working as a team to lift the wings and secure the main rigging pins
Work alongside electrical engineers and pilots to programme a fly-by-wire control panel

Engineering in the 21st Century: Robotics and Machine Learning

Discover how modern engineering has become more efficient with the invention of ground-breaking technology
Investigate how innovative biomedical engineering solutions will improve medical diagnostics and enhance treatments
Explore how automation and data are taking over the manufacturing industry
Design your own AI creation with top robotics engineers
Decipher what the future of engineering looks like and how you can help solve global challenges

How to Become a Successful Engineer

Your path to success: understanding the key decisions ahead and how to maximise your chances of success
Making the right subject choices: A-level/IB/university and beyond
Securing work experience and designing an impactful CV/resume
Powerful interview techniques
Coaching from engineers on what you can do now to stand out in the future

Immersive Experiences Days Week 2

Enter the Supercar Studio

Gain access to the largest collection of classic cars in the UK and discover the evolution of the motor vehicle
Meet engineers who have helped create the world's most prestigious cars
Learn the unique engineering features of one of the most sought-after cars in the world
Take apart a petrol engine under the supervision of a top mechanical engineer
Assess the transformation of vehicles as we move away from petrol towards electric energy
Design your own electric vehicle under the guidance of experts

Engineering and the Environment: The Thames Barrier

Visit an engineering megastructure, The Thames Barrier: a world-leading sustainable engineering feat in London
Explore the intricacies of the environmentally friendly design and uncover its dual purpose
Use what you’ve learnt in a simulated climate emergency: work together to protect the inhabitants of the Thames Estuary from imminent tidal flood risk
Present your group proposal to a panel of leading environmental advisors
Receive live feedback on your solutions

The Rise of the Smart City

Discover the cities of the future: smart, sustainable urban spaces
Investigate how we can engineer innovative solutions to tackle the challenges of climate change and population growth
Layout the plans and designs for your own smart city and receive feedback from experts
Network with engineers and senior project leaders: find out what it takes to work for an award-winning engineering firm

Electrical Engineering

Explore the key principles behind electrical engineering
Take apart a household appliance and break it into its constituent parts
Put your creativity to the test and use existing components to invent something from scratch
Automate your new invention with a microchip and compete to win a prize from our panel of expert judges

Networking Event With Top Engineers

Take part in a private networking session with top engineers
Put your newfound knowledge to the test
Have your burning questions answered by those in the know
Receive valuable advice from experts in the field

This Summer Experience is for students aged 15-18 and you do not require any prior knowledge to attend.

There are 3 start dates you can select from for 2024: 8th July; OR 29th July; OR 19th August.
You can choose to attend for either ‘First Week Only’, ‘Two Weeks’ or our ‘Two Week Premium’ package. You can also choose residential or non-residential. Pricing and details are set out below.

Click “Register Now” to book your place. You can either pay in full now or reserve your place with a £950 non-refundable deposit.

	London 1 week	London 2-weeks	London Premium
Length	First week only	2-weeks full programme	2-weeks Premium
Programme a Fly-by-wire control panel. Design an aerofoil for flight. Exclusive question and answer session with a NASA scientist
Take apart a petrol engine. Discover Extreme E racing. Experience how engineers tackle climate change
Private networking session at UCL with top engineers
Industry reference letter: personalised letter from engineers confirming what you’ve achieved on the programme
Graduation ceremony for the completion of the full programme
Professional development portfolio: CV-writing masterclass, LinkedIn workshop, professional headshots, personality profiling & psychometric testing
Leadership, teamwork & strategy coaching & team challenge
Gala dinner with professionals on the River Thames
Keynote speeches & networking reception with accomplished industry leaders
Summer Experience fee	£1950	£2950	£3950
Optional fee for accommodation with meals, guardianship and evening & weekend activities included	Available for an additional £1290	Available for an additional £2795	Available for an additional £2795
Optional fee for London airport transfers (return)	Available for an additional £300	Available for an additional £300	Available for an additional £300

In Person

Available dates:

8th July, 29th July or 19th August

Venues:

The programme is based at UCL and the surrounding University of London campus. Certain days take place in other key industry locations in London.

Accommodation location:

Students who choose accommodation will reside in University of London halls of residence. We occupy 3 different halls close-by to each other (listed below). The vast majority of students will be placed in Garden Halls

Garden Halls, London, WC1H 9EN,

College Hall, London, WC1E 7HZ

International Hall, London, WC1N 1AS

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Please find below some of our most frequently asked questions. If you have any other questions you'll be able to find our full FAQ list here and you are also welcome to reach out to us at info@investin.org and we'll be happy to help!

Places on our programmes are allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis so we will close registration as soon as we reach capacity, because of this we would always recommend booking as soon as possible to ensure you do not miss the opportunity to attend.

Upon completion of the programme you will receive a bespoke certificate to include in all of your future applications. This will help you stand out from the crowd and show your passion for your chosen career. Letters of attendance are also available upon request at info@investin.org.

On each Summer Experience, we have safeguarding team members on-site 24/7 to promote the safeguarding and pastoral welfare of our students. Our team are security-vetted (enhanced DBS-checked) professionals who work in education full time and our team is made up of Academic Professionals / LSA, Safeguarding Officers, Nursing Professionals, and Mental Health Practitioners. Students will therefore always be able to easily contact a guardian, should they need any support.

You can choose to add our accommodation package to your booking where you will be allocated to the University of London's Garden Halls, College Hall, or International Hall. Here, you will enjoy your own private room, 3 meals a day, and 24/7 guardianship. There are also lots of communal areas such as a games room and cinema room where you will be able to socialise with other students. Our safeguarding team will also put on evening activities such as trivia night, games night, and sports evenings. You will be able to arrive at the accommodation the day before the programme starts and checkout will be the day after the programme comes to an end.

Yes, payment plans are available. Click on 'Register Now', and you will see the option to either pay in full or reserve your place with a £950 non-refundable deposit. Once your deposit is paid, you will receive another email detailing the information for your second instalment. Please feel free to contact info@investin.org if you would like any further assistance.

Programme hours take place Monday-Friday, with a break over the weekend. If you select the 2-Week Premium option, the weekend will feature exclusive professional development opportunities outlined in the timetable.

Outside the industry, roles in sales, project management, or technical roles can help you build the necessary communication, collaboration and leadership skills that will support a career in engineering. More industry-related work experience opportunities include internships and apprenticeships, mentorships programmes, summer schools and freelance work. InvestIN’s summer school programme is a fantastic work experience opportunity for students aged 15 to 18 looking to pursue a career in engineering.

To become an engineer, you'll require the appropriate qualifications and work experience. Recruiters value work experience, so a relevant placement year or summer internship will impress your potential employers and set you apart from other applicants.

Engineering is a highly distinguished industry, so positions in the field can be competitive. However, with hard work, the right qualifications and good work experience, students can land their dream engineering job.

Key skills that will help engineering students succeed include: - Relevant technical knowledge: Keeping up-to-date with industry news and getting certified in new technologies will help you when submitting job applications - Communication skills: All projects will involve discussions between various parties, so the ability to listen and communicate clearly is essential - Leadership skills: To lead on projects, you'll have to demonstrate your ability to take responsibility and guide your team towards completion - Creativity: When problems arise, you'll need to be able to think outside the box and come up with creative solutions - Innovation: Engineering is an industry that's constantly looking for innovative ways to improve, so innovation skills will be a huge bonus - Conscientiousness: Diligence and attention to detail are essential in such a specialised field - Tenacity and resilience: You'll face lots of challenges as an engineer, so your ability to stay focused and determined will help you succeed - Interpersonal skills: Teamwork is a vital part of engineering roles, so interpersonal skills will help you build successful working relationships

To become an engineer, you'll need to complete either a relevant degree or apprenticeship. Students completing an engineering degree will attain a Level 5 or Level 6 qualification in a chemical, civil, mechanical, general, or electronic engineering specialism. Completing an apprenticeship will give you a Level 3 qualification and lots of work experience in the field. Up to 80% of your apprenticeship will be spent working with a relevant company in the engineering sector.

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