Research Toolkit is pleased to confirm that we have agreed new arrangements with STEMNET, with effect from 1 July 2011, to manage the Schools STEM Advisory Network and STEM Ambassadors Programme in West Yorkshire. We will keep schools in West Yorkshire informed about high-quality activities they can access to enrich and enhance the STEM curriculum and enable them to use a range of STEM Ambassadors so that teachers can incorporate into their teaching exemplary links to the world of work

 

The STEM Ambassadors Programme enables anyone with Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) skills to inspire young people (5-19 year olds). STEM Ambassadors demonstrate the possibilities of STEM subjects and careers by revealing how essential STEM is throughout the world in which we live.

 

STEMNET currently has almost 30,000 Ambassadors available to work with young people. The occupations of STEM Ambassadors are very wide ranging, including environmental scientists, chemists, civil engineers, marine biologists, medical physicists, pharmacists, apprentices and energy analysts to name but a few. Anyone who uses STEM in the world of work and who is willing and able to enthuse young people about STEM subjects, can apply to become a STEM Ambassador.

 

The Programme is funded by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills and is already supported by employers in every part of the UK who encourage their staff to become STEM Ambassadors as part of their outreach activities.

 

Summary information about the STEM Ambassadors programme and what it can do for you

 

Should I get involved?

Volunteering as a STEM Ambassador is your chance to promote your skills to young learners, actively encourage them to enjoy STEM subjects, and inform them about the unique career opportunities that are available to them. By volunteering as an Ambassador, you could be opening up life-changing opportunities for many young people in your area.

Benefits of being a STEM Ambassador include:

  • - Enjoying a sense of achievement

  • - Gaining a fresh perspective on day-to-day work when seen through the eyes of students

  • - Helping to make a difference in the local community

  • - Developing new skills and confidence

  • - Raising awareness of study in STEM subjects

  • - (If you are a 6th form student) you are able to outline your involvement in this important national scheme as part of your UCAS application (personal statement section)

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  • Who can become a STEM Ambassador?

  • Anyone over the age of 17 with skills or interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and/or Mathematics can register as a STEM Ambassador. The most important qualities in a STEM Ambassador are that they are enthusiastic and a positive role model for STEM subjects and associated careers.

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  • How do I sign up?

  • It’s a simple process – you just need to complete two online forms - you can complete the initial registration form here:

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  • I'd like to become a STEM Ambassador


If you'd like further information, you can email us on: ambassadors@research-toolkit.co.uk.