In2STEM S5/6 STEM Summer Programme
The 2026 programme takes place between 20 July – 21 August and consists of work experience placements, online workshops, competitions and events.
- The placements take place over 1 or 2 weeks during the programme period at a volunteer host’s STEM place of work.
- Students are matched to a placement based on their subject interest, availability and location.
Students can apply here – the deadline is 5 April 2026
We have some wonderful placements currently available in the following areas:
- Physics in Edinburgh
- General Engineering in Edinburgh
- General Engineering Glasgow
For more information, see our website, eligibility criteria and FAQs.
The Engineering Development Trust – Victual Summer Into University programme
Here at The Engineering Development Trust we are excited to let you know that APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN for our hugely popular 2026 Summer Virtual into University course.
This unique course is for pupils in S5-S6 and can be completed flexibly over the summer (approx. 30 hours of study).
The course will allow students to explore STEM studies at TOP UNIVERSITIES, including degree apprenticeships, and the career opportunities that that these subjects lead to. It will provide access to information on student life, STEM projects and activities set up leading UK universities and global STEM companies, first year undergraduate lectures, live interactive sessions with academic, admission tutors, employers, and current students.
Upon completion students will gain a Silver Industrial Cadets Award Inspired by its Patron, His Majesty, King Charles III, Industrial Cadets is a nationally recognised award which students can use as evidence of their experience and to support future applications and careers journeys.
