The Experience

The Industrial Cadets Experience

Workplace experiences that develop employability skills in young people 

Each employer works with both the Industrial Cadets team and a flexible framework to decide how to deliver a structured programme of activities, including; site visits, presentations and talks, hands-on team tasks, workshops and project work. Once the activity has been successfully completed, young people taking part will then graduate as Industrial Cadets, becoming part of a national accreditation network.

By taking part in the Industrial Cadets initiative young people gain exclusive access to the Industrial Cadets Online Network. This online portal is home to a huge range of resources, careers information and tips, further opportunities including apprenticeships and graduate opportunities, and also creates an on-going opportunity for young people to be able to connect with employers accredited by Industrial Cadets.

To get your organisation involved in Industrial Cadets, fees are applicable, to find out more details please contact the team.

Key Features

• A diverse programme of activities providing at least 5 hours’ experience of industry
• A flexible framework which allows employers to accredit existing activities, develop new ones and run alternative accredited programmes
• Five possible tiers of engagement mapping on to Challenger, Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum Awards
• Award levels that are determined by hours dedicated; Challenger (taster activity) Bronze (min 20 hours) Silver (min 30 hours) Gold (min 50 hours) and Platinum (placement activity)
• Industry role models mentoring students
• Graduation and celebration events
• Access to the Industrial Cadets website and network for further opportunities

Award Levels

Find out more about the flexible frameworks available:

• Challenger Award
• Bronze Level
• Silver Level
• Gold Level
• Platinum Level