WorkPlus

• Introduction sessions eg. Advanced Manufacturing Sectors, Smart Design, Digital Factory, Sustainable Composites and Polymers
• Insights into Sustainability
• Briefing on project management for manufacturing/engineering
• Tour of the facility including machining and labs
• Hands-on demos
• Group challenges
• Live demonstrations
• Interactive sessions
• Real world challenges
• Innovation Pitch

Dates

17/06/2025 from 09:30 to 16:30
18/06/2025 from 09:30 to 16:30
19/06/2025 from 09:30 to 16:30

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We are looking for students with:

• Curiosity & Problem-Solving Skills – Keen to understanding how things work and solve technical challenges.
• Hands-on Practical Skills – Interest in working with tools, machinery, or technology.
• Numeracy & Analytical Thinking – Comfortable with numbers, measurements, and logical reasoning.
• Teamwork & Communication – Willingness to collaborate and explain ideas clearly.
• Adaptability & Resilience – Able to learn from mistakes and persist in problem-solving. 
• Basic STEM Knowledge – Strong interest in science, technology, engineering, or maths (STEM) subjects.
• Drive for Innovation – Passion for designing and improving products, systems, or processes.

It helps (but is not required) to have the following:

• Familiarity with Engineering Tools & Software – Exposure to CAD software (e.g., Fusion 360, SolidWorks), coding, or robotics is a plus.
• Awareness of Advanced Manufacturing Technologies – Interest in 3D printing, automation, AI in manufacturing, or renewable materials.
• Interest in Industry 4.0 & Future Technologies – Awareness of how AI, automation, and smart factories are changing manufacturing.