What advice would you offer young people considering a career in your industry? I would advise young people to really consider Engineering as a career option. There are so many different branches of Engineering and it is so exciting. The industry needs young people, with their ideas, passion and energy. If you are considering going into Engineering, find a mentor to help you work through your thought process. Engineers who have been in the industry for a while will have great ideas and will always be enthusiastic to help. Where do you see the future of your industry heading, and how can young women and men prepare to be a part of that future? The engineering industry is incredibly exciting. Engineers will provide solutions for all of the
challenges we face and the challenges which are to come. Young women and young men can be part of this future by studying hard and then asking for help. Joining institutions like the Institute of Engineering and Technology gives you a platform to learn from other people but also to potentially gain sponsorship, awards and professional recognition.
What is your company's primary function? The function of Towards Belonging Ltd is to enable engineers to understand how they can build inclusive and accessible solutions for society. In which sector(s) does it operate? Towards Belonging Ltd operates within the engineering industry, but also within the disabled community, the university environment and across business organisations. What are some of the key roles within your team? Towards Belonging Ltd is a very small company. The only role at the moment is to communicate, share knowledge and encourage the Engineering industry to hear the voices within the disabled community. What can you tell us about apprenticeships in your field? Have you had any direct involvement with apprentices? Apprenticeships within the engineering community are excellent. I would definitely recommend young people to discover what apprenticeships are available. They give you the chance to be paid whilst you are learning and to complete the apprenticeship whilst gaining a recognised qualification. Based on your experience, what types of apprenticeships would you recommend? I would recommend looking for the level of apprenticeship you feel comfortable with studying. There are many different levels available now. It may be that you start at a lower level and can progress to higher levels. It may be that you start at a degree apprenticeship level. When you are in a job, apprenticeships may come up later. Essentially, apprenticeships are training opportunities for an employer to benefit from the individuals work whilst also gaining funding from the government. Consider apprenticeships as a positive experience. They are only going to be good for your CV, your work experience and your technical skills.
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