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I’m an Engineer, Get me out of here!

Students ask working engineers anything in live online chats, then vote for the one who wins £500 for public engagement.

By the Born to Engineer editorial team Checked

At a glance

Run by
Mangorolla CIC[1]
Who it’s for
School classes, booked by a teacher[2]
Cost
Free for state-maintained schools[2]
Year groups
Year 9, Year 10, Year 11, Year 12, Year 13
Where
UK-wide
Format
Online

Sources

2 sources

  1. I'm an Engineer, Get me out of here!

    How it works

    During the activity, students vote for the engineer they think should win £500 for their own public engagement ideas.

    Checked 14 October 2026

  2. I'm an Engineer, Get me out of here! (Mangorolla CIC)

    Teacher guidance

    Taking part is free for state-maintained schools. It’s a moderated, flexible activity, that is safe, secure, and easy to use. It’s suitable for ages from 10 years old.

    Checked 14 October 2026

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