Ages 5-11 Ages 11-13 Ages 14-16Ages 16-18+

This is where STEM becomes personal. STEMboots for ages 14–16 helps students understand what a future in STEM could look like—and where they fit within it. By connecting students with real engineers, real workplaces, and real stories, we make STEM careers visible and achievable.

What you’ll experience

  • “Day in the life” content with real engineers
  • Career insight into different STEM roles and industries
  • Workshops and outreach focused on career pathways
  • Guidance on apprenticeships vs university routes
  • Activities that build confidence in application 
  • Finding the right placement, what to look for in good work experience why do it etc.
  • Guidance to assist you in seeking a placement:

    • Mock interviews
    • Personal statement support
    • Real project briefs from industry

What STEM looks like at this stage

  • 👷 Seeing real engineers at work
  • 🏭 Exploring different industries and roles
  • 🎤 Engaging in discussions about careers and pathways
  • 🔧 Understanding how engineering is applied through real-world problem-solving
  • 💬 Asking questions about the future

Key focus areas

  • Breaking down misconceptions about engineering
  • Helping students see themselves in STEM careers
  • Providing relatable role models and real-world insight

Opportunities available

  • School workshops and outreach sessions
  • Career-focused content and social media campaigns
  • STEM competitions and events
  • Celebration of key STEM awareness events and national campaigns throughout the year

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Resources and Downloads 

Explore STEM resources

To help teachers deliver engaging STEM learning with minimal preparation, STEMboots offers a range of free downloadable resources that support careers education, STEM enrichment, and classroom discussions.

Designed for use in classrooms, careers events, STEM clubs, and display areas, these resources help students make meaningful connections between their learning and future career opportunities.

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Continue your journey

Thinking about next steps?

👉 Move on to Ages 16+ → Plan your pathway

SAFEGUARDING NOTE

We welcome participation across all age groups. For younger audiences, we work with schools, educators, and guardians to ensure appropriate safeguarding and consent practices are followed.

Schools and Educators → Partners and Organisations → Members and Associates