Engineering Taster Week in Rochester

Engineering Taster Week (ETW) is a five-day, non-residential course designed to offer students a glimpse into the day-to-day work of an engineer.

The Engineering Taster Week (ETW) is an educational and enjoyable event that has provided students with experience of real world engineering for 15 years. Attending students will embark on a challenging week-long project intended to develop their team working skills, leadership qualities and engineering expertise.

We aim to provide an insight into the engineering that goes on locally at our BAE Systems Rochester site, as well as providing valuable skills and experience that will serve the attendees well in future endeavours within STEM. ETW presents a unique opportunity to learn about the vast portfolio of products we design and produce in Rochester; and even a chance to use them in our simulation area.

Year on year students complete the week enthused about engineering with 100% of students saying they would recommend the week to a friend. To learn more about the week please watch the video below and follow the links to find experiences of some of the individuals that have attended the week.

Engineering Taster Week Rochester

Student experiences:

BAE Systems in Rochester

We design, develop and deliver a wide range of advanced technologies for the commercial and military electronics markets. Our portfolio includes flight and engine controls, helmet mounted displays, head-up displays and environmentally friendly energy management systems. We also offer some of the most robust readiness and sustainment services for the aerospace and defence industry .

The Rochester ETW is organised by a team of Graduate and Apprentice employees with all work carried out alongside their Engineering day jobs.

This Apprentice-Graduate team will be your first point of contact throughout the week to help facilitate the best experience for all students. Additionally, throughout the week there will be many opportunities to discuss with them their career choices and engineering experiences that got them to where they are now.

2019 ETW Dates:

8 - 12 July 2019
15 - 19 July 2019

Applicants should be:

In school years 10-12
Currently participating in full-time education
Interested in pursuing engineering through an apprenticeship or higher education

Travel & Expenses

BAE Systems will cover the cost of the course and the lunch will be provided daily. Students are responsible for arranging and paying for their travel to and from the site each day, and any accomodation they require during the week.

How to Apply

Applications for 2019 are now closed.

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