We are recruiting a new cohort of S3 Youth Ambassadors as part of the Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) Glasgow programme. This initiative gives pupils the chance to develop leadership skills, represent their peers, and play an active role in shaping employer engagement across the school.

The programme requires 4 meetings throughout the year; however, you will also be invited along to optional events throughout. This programme is aimed at the new S3 pupils (26/27) who are eager to make a difference!

If you are interested and would to put yourself forward for this opportunity, please come see me in the partner room or email me at gw23linningclaireest@glow.sch.uk

Claire Linning, DYW Coordinator

I will be hosting a CV, job application & interview support drop in session on Wednesday 15th April, 1PM-3PM in the Partner Room. If you can not attend this session but would like support, please email me at gw23linningclaireest@glow.sch.uk to arrange an appointment.

***Please remember to sign in at main office on arrival***

Please see DYW Glasgow weekly newsletter attached for lots of brand new opportunities!

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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.

This programme is for young people interested in a career at EY in business/accountancy/finance etc. The programme will help young people take their first steps into a career in accounting, consulting, or other professional services and is appropriate for those who wish to apply for a high level / degree apprenticeship at the end of school or college. The 8 day programme will run from Monday 8^th June 2026 – Wednesday 17^thJune 2026. There are up to 30 places available on this programme and applications are open now.

The programme provides:

• 5 days employability skills training and insights into the sector from those who work in it and who have come into the sector via different pathways (including the apprenticeship scheme) – 8-12 June 2026
• 3 days work experience/business academy event at EY working directly with the teams across the various service lines at EY –  15-17 June 2026
• Paid for all 8 days – total of £384 (approx.)
• Additional £80 bursary to cover the cost of lunches and any travel over and above that covered by their young Scot card (if travel costs are higher than amount provided minus lunch costs then young person can apply for enhanced bursary to cover additional travel costs)
• 6 months of group mentoring after the programme ends

Who can take part?

• Applicants must be in S5/S6 aged 16-17 years old
• Must be interested in the business/finance/accountancy sectors and be sitting a combination of 5 Highers that includes Maths and English
• Must eligible for free school meals or education maintenance allowance in recent years

If you are interested in applying please come see me in the partner room or email me at gw23linningclaireest@glow.sch.uk

Thanks,

Claire Linning – DYW Coordinator