Work Experience Programme - Preston (Year 12 Students)

Job Introduction

National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is an exciting place to work and develops understanding at the cutting edge of science and engineering in the nuclear industry. We always aim to exceed expectations when it comes to protecting the environment, preventing accidents, supporting skills and investing in education. In fact, we’re tasked by the Government to preserve the future of the nuclear industry, through training, development and support. Our work experience programme allows you to gain real hands-on experience in a work environment providing more insight into the nuclear industry, NNL and different career paths. Employers also look to see if you have any work experience as part of any job applications, so any experience you do have will help you in the process of securing a job.

We will be holding our work experience programme for both year 12 students at our Preston site on the following dates:

27^th – 31^st July 2020 - Year 12 students

**Please note we are unable to provide work experience on alternative dates, individuals must be available on the above dates.

Main Responsibilities

The work experience week has been designed to give you an idea of what it is like to work in the nuclear industry. During the week, you will work as part of a team to undertake a project which will cover activities across the different areas and disciplines at NNL. After the project work has been completed you will have the opportunity to present your findings and conclusions in front of a small audience. Talks will be given by industry experts on a wide range of topics to help you learn more about our industry. You will also get to experience tours around the NNL facilities and Labs. Additionally, you will have the chance to talk to graduates and apprentices, exploring the different career paths available to you across the nuclear industry. To enhance your employability the week will also include a practice assessment centre and a Q&A session to support you in your career.

For all of our sites the work experience programme is a duration of 1 week. Due to our industry we have a number of security regulations which does not allow us to provide experience for more than this period. However, we ensure that you gain a real insight into our business whilst you are here.

The Ideal Candidate

If you would like to be considered for a place on our programme you must be:

• On track to achieve 5 GCSE’s A-C (New Grading 9-4) including Maths & English
• You will be on track to achieve A-Levels at a C mark minimum or a BTEC at a Pass grade.
• Have an interest in STEM 

About The Company

Grounded in robust science and decades of experience, National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is the authoritative voice in the UK and beyond for technological development within the nuclear power sector.

Our unparalleled understanding of the science, challenges and opportunities makes us an unrivalled authority and partner in the field, providing experts, technologies, and access to cutting-edge facilities to organisations around the world.

Harnessing potential technologies and translating them into to industry-ready solutions means our pioneering approach spearheads international improvement and technological progress.

We work on projects as small as drilling a hole to analyse underground wastes with our integrated micro drilling technology, or as large as developing state-of-the-art power systems for spacecraft, based on radioactive materials