Engineers in Hampshire have been given the opportunity to break through the so-called ‘career break curse’ with UK defence and security giants BAE Systems. The multinational firm, who has two sites in Portsmouth, has teamed up again with us at STEM Returners, to provide programmes for engineers … Read more about BAE Systems teams up with STEM Returners again in Portsmouth!
Throughout our STEM Returners journey we have been delighted to see so many STEM employers recognising the business benefits of improving diversity and inclusion within their workforce. Whilst we celebrate the successes for both clients and candidates who take part in a full STEM Returners … Read more about Introducing our brand new Supported Hire and Outplacement programmes
Muhammed Nisar moved to the UK in 2017 with a background in the construction industry, but despite playing an important part in developments such as the TFL Baker Street two way project, he wanted a career relevant to his HND in electrical engineering. What was your working background? I … Read more about How a STEM Returners programme helped me settle into life in the UK – Muhammed’s Story
In May 2018 the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) embarked on an innovative pilot programme aimed at giving experienced science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) professionals the confidence to step back into their careers after taking time away. Recognising the … Read more about Returners programme becomes key part of dstl’s candidate attraction strategy
We are delighted to announce that due to the growing success of the STEM Returners programme throughout BAE Systems, we are partnering with BAE Systems Submarines in Barrow-in-Furness to offer up to 10 additional returners an opportunity to restart their career with this fantastic employer. Last … Read more about First STEM Returners programme launched with BAE Systems Submarines in Cumbria
Last September BAE Systems Maritime embarked on an innovative pilot programme to attract back engineers after a career break. Recognising the value that experienced engineers had to offer and the barriers that they faced to return to their vocation, BAE Systems Maritime was delighted to run a pilot … Read more about Returners programme becomes integral part of BAE Systems attraction strategy
A key reason why many STEM workers fail to land their dream role in engineering can often come down to a very simple ‘lack of experience.’ Companies can’t afford to take a gamble unless they know what you can do, which is exactly what held Dorota back… until she decided to embark on a STEM … Read more about Your experience doesn’t determine your application or your ability
At STEM Returners we realise how important support is for engineers. That is why we are proud to team up with MentorSET in partnership with the Women’s Engineering Society. The mentorship provides independent and friendly support from experienced engineers, who understand the challenges, faced … Read more about STEM Returners and the Women’s Engineering Society team up to provide mentoring through MentorSET
