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Queens University Belfast

Explore the world of science through the eyes of University Technicians!

Virtual work experience

Application deadline: 18th March 2025

Ages: 14 - 19

7th April 2025 - 9th April 2025

10:00 - 14:30

3 days
Nationwide

Are you curious about the role of a technician? Interested in hands-on roles that keep the world running? If you’re aged 14–19 and attend school or FE college in the UK, this is your opportunity to explore the exciting world of technical careers at Queen’s University Belfast and Ulster University.

Step Into the World of Technicians

Queens has approximately 270 technicians spanning three Faculties and two directorates. Ulster University have around 190 technicians university-wide. Technicians across both universities have the practical skills and expertise to turn research into reality and to put theory into practice for our students through classes and workshops, helping them develop the technical skills they will need for future employment. From labs to workshops, from IT to healthcare, technicians play a vital role in making things happen.

Join our three-day interactive event to discover the many pathways available in this dynamic field.

What You’ll Experience

  • Meet the Experts: Learn from technicians who are at the heart of cutting-edge projects.
  • Explore Technician Roles: Gain insight into how technicians support everything from research to innovation.
  • Apprenticeships - Hear from the Queen's Apprentice Technicians

Who Can Join?

This event is open to everyone aged 14-19, who is enthusiastic about exploring a technical career and the skills required for multi-disciplinary roles.

If you enjoy solving problems, working as part of a team, and getting hands-on with technology, this virtual event is for you.

No Experience Needed

If you are curious about technical roles, all you need is an interest in learning, access to a computer, internet access, and headphones.

Don’t wait—take your first step into the exciting world of technicians today! Apply Now!

Please note: Application deadlines may be brought forward if we receive high volumes of applications therefore we encourage students to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

When applying, answer the following questions

  • Which of your skills would you like to improve?
  • Entrepreneur: If you could go back in time and be the person who invented something we use today, what would it have been and why?
  • What do you know about university or technician careers?

More about what we do:

University/Higher Education Institution

Organisational website:

https://www.qub.ac.uk/

Experience You Will Gain:

  • Develop skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and communication.
  • Learn about the variety of technician roles within a university setting and beyond.
  • Gain experience and see the impact technicians make in real-world projects.

Skills You Will Gain:

  • Listening
  • Speaking
  • Problem Solving
  • Creativity
  • Staying Positive
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
Apply here