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Work experienceUniversity of Nottingham, Faculty of Engineering

Faculty of Engineering technician work experience (Years 10 and 12)

The Faculty of Engineering at the University of Nottingham offers a small number of one-week work experience placements for Year 10 and Year 12 students. Students move between areas of the faculty to see what engineering technicians do. Applications are via an online form.

By the Born to Engineer editorial team Checked

At a glance

Run by
University of Nottingham, Faculty of Engineering
Who it’s for
Year 10 and Year 12 students interested in practical and technical engineering.[1]
Entry
Students apply themselves
Worth
A one-week placement across the faculty to see the engineering technician role. Only 15 single placements are offered per year, so it is competitive.[2]
Year groups
Year 10, Year 12
Where
England (East Midlands (University Park, Nottingham))
Format
In person

Sources

3 sources

  1. University of Nottingham Faculty of Engineering

    Work experience

    Years 10 and 12 students are invited to apply for a limited number of one-week work experience placements with the University of Nottingham's Faculty of Engineering.

    Checked 23 October 2026

  2. University of Nottingham Faculty of Engineering

    Work experience

    The university offers 15 single placements per year.

    Checked 23 October 2026

  3. University of Nottingham Faculty of Engineering

    Work experience

    Applications close Friday 4 December.

    Checked 23 October 2026

Details checked by the Born to Engineer editorial team. Always confirm dates on the provider’s site before applying.

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