summer of stem - jobsite & state of ambition

Jobsite & State of AmbitionSummer of STEM

We have partnered with social enterprise, State of Ambition, to

launch ‘Summer of STEM’.

The project is intended to build support networks and raise the

profiles of ambitious, young people seeking opportunities in the STEM sectors by showcasing

their talents.

State of Ambition is a social enterprise with an aim raise the profiles of young

ambitions across the UK.

70% of State of Ambition’s net profit’s are used to provide grants and

scholarships to young people to help them realize their ambitions.

The aim of ‘Summer of STEM’ is to create networks for talented, young people with ambitions of working in

science or engineering.

The project looks to develop relationships between candidates and

industry leaders, which may lead to opportunities or educated career

guidance.

The project is open to 16-30 year olds to:

- Create a digital ‘Postcard of Ambition’ - Develop a 21-day online campaign

which showcases their best skills and talents for that ambition.

Jobsite and State of Ambition will facilitate the campaigns and ensure they

are seen by industry leaders.

The first mentor we have on board is leading structural engineer Roma Agrawal.

As well as working on London’s iconic shard building, Roma is a vocal advocate for encouraging the next generation of STEM workers and a spokesperson for M&S ‘Britain’s Leading Ladies’ campaign.

Image by: Nicola Evans, WSP

We’re looking for other advocates from the STEM industry to get involved.

There are four levels of involvement so whether you can simply endorse the scheme or if you’d be interested in

being a full support ambassador – we’d love to hear from you.

Please contact your account manager to find out more.

More information can be found on the dedicated campaign landing page at: http://stateofambition.org/summerofstem