Inspiring the Next Generation of Makers
Inspiring the Next Generation of Makers
The West Midlands faces a shortage of 20,000 young engineers every year.
Next Gen Makers is an innovative private sector initiative that creates a platform for West Midlands Engineering and Manufacturing firms to inspire more young engineers into their workforce and their sector through organised activity at our partner Colleges and Schools.
Reach over 1,000 Full Time Engineering students across our 5 partner Colleges.
Engage local secondary school students with industry experiences.
Careers Workshops
Factory Visits
Work Experience
Inspirational Talks
Keen to future proof your workforce?
Passionate about inspiring the next generation into your sector?
Looking to solve a skills shortage?
Next Gen Makers News
3 reasons why now is the perfect time for manufacturers to take on Apprentices
Have you been thinking about bringing in new talent, new skills, have older workers that may need to be replaced in the near future or are you looking for an injection of fresh energy and ideas into your workforce?With many manufacturers getting back towards what they...
Former College Director joins Next Gen Makers team
Next Gen Makers are delighted to announce that Penny Riddle, former Business Development Director at Halesowen College has joined our expanding team in an advisory role.“Penny has enjoyed an illustrious career in both Secondary and Further Education and is a...
Poll results: Over 50% of Manufacturers still considering recruitment of Engineering Apprentices in 2020
Blog by Adam Tipper, Director Next Gen MakersLast week I conducted a LinkedIn poll to try to gauge the feeling in industry regards intentions for taking on Engineering Apprentices come September 2020.The question was simple: “If you had intentions to recruit...
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