There are very few female engineers
Have you ever thought about becoming a space scientist? Or working at the cutting-edge of technology creating gadgets that will become high street favourites? Or maybe you are looking to educate or employ talented people in this area and don't know where to start.
in science, engineering and technology ... women still make up only a pitiful 18% of the workforce
In the post-feminist world such dreams should not be out of reach, and yet in the science, engineering and technology (SET) industries women still make up only a pitiful 18% of the workforce. If you are looking for a new challenge and want a decent wage into the bargain, then why not consider SET as an option? Or consider a women for your next position.
From here you can download this series of exclusive videos in which people working in SET roles give you their unique perspective on the industry and all it has to offer women. You will hear from the likes of Cosmetics Scientist, Helene Hine, who'll be taking time out from the test tubes to talk to us about what working in science is like. She'll also be telling us how she found training and getting a job in a male dominated industry.
Other hosts include Mark Andrews of NG Bailey, one of the country's largest construction companies, who works with male and female builders and engineers and Elspeth Farrar, the Director of the Careers Advisory Service. Elspeth will be telling us about the course she ran for women returning to work after having a family proving that whatever your situation, it's never too late to change your career and the rest of your life.
Amrita Ahlwuwalia - Female Scientist and university professor and a mentee from one of her schemes.
Elspeth Farrar - Imperial college head of careers and a woman returning to work after 16 years looking after a family.
Helene Hine - Cosmetic Scientist talks about her role and being in a male dominated environment.
Lorna Aitken - Schools career advisor and girls who have taken work experience in SET industries.
Mark Andrews - CEO of NG Bailey (construction company) discussing more women in the workplace.