Introducing In2STEM
In2STEM is a fantastic opportunity for 16-19-year-olds (Year 12 or S5/S6) passionate about STEM. Running from July 21 to August 22 2025, the programme offers a blend of online and in-person activities, equipping participants with the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to excel in STEM.
Our placements are located within commutable distance, ensuring all students can easily participate. In2STEM is entirely free to join, and we provide a bursary to cover travel and lunch expenses during placements!
Before the programme kicks off, students are invited to an informative induction event. Following a summer of personal and academic growth, we host a celebration event after the programme to honour and acknowledge your accomplishments.
Exploring In2STEM: What’s included?
In-person work experience placements
Online skills, employability and careers workshops
Navigating your STEM future
In2STEM provides valuable insights from industry and research professionals, skill-building opportunities and a pathway to a wide range of STEM careers. It’s your chance to make informed choices, boost your academic profile and prepare for a successful future in the world of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Hear from our students
Discover our past participants’ incredible journeys and real-life experiences as they share their time on our programme.
In2STEM programme timeline
Applications open
Applications close
Applications are carefully reviewed, and successful applicants are then paired with Volunteer Hosts
Participants informed if their application has been successful
In-person and online programme induction events
The In2STEM Programme is currently in progress, spanning from July 21 to August 22. Throughout this period, you will complete your 1-2 week professional placement, alongside participating in online workshops and public engagement competitions.
End of programme Celebration event (late August). Your invitation to join the In2careers programme
CREST Award
Convert your STEM placement experience into a CREST Award submission, allowing you to enhance your university or apprenticeship application.
Our student stories
During the programme, we have spent a lot of time in both teaching and PhD labs. This was exciting because I had never been to a lab before; it was also beneficial as it helped us become accustomed to the types of places where we would work and study at university.
It is one of the best things I’ve ever done in my life! It is the most productive, yet fun experience I’ve had. It is different every day, and we get to experiment and gain practical experience. Many university students may have really good theory and knowledge, but I will have great practical experience that is already proving to be very useful.
BenUniversity of Leeds, School of Chemistry
I am gaining a better insight into what it’s like to be in a lab setting. I like the practical side of my placement. Working with professional scientists and seeing how they work together has been very rewarding.
AlimaRoyal Veterinary College
It’s such a great opportunity, and they also give you a lot of support with workshops. It’s not just placements, and they always follow up and help. On my placement I got to see consultants interacting with patients first-hand. Seeing the importance of communication and explaining to patients every step so they know what’s happening.
DhivyaSt Barts Hospital London
It’s given me many more ideas about what I could do, things that I didn’t think were available to me. All I could base my ideas on before was what was taught in school, but now I have real-life experience.
LauraOxford Centre for Human Brain Activity, University of Oxford