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STEM Ambassadors are volunteers from a wide range of science, technology, engineering and mathematics related jobs across the UK. They offer their time and enthusiasm to help bring STEM subjects to life.

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Connect young people with STEM industry experts by requesting a STEM Ambassador in to your classroom or youth group session

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Make a difference to young people, your community and STEM education by joining our fantastic STEM Ambassador programme!

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Become a strategic partner and inspire the next generation of STEM professionals through outreach programmes in schools, colleges, clubs and youth groups

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You will find all our training and support materials in our dedicated workspace on the STEM Ambassador Community.  

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A network of 12 Partners, across the UK, providing support for the STEM Ambassadors programme.

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We are proud to be celebrating our 20th year anniversary of this amazing programme.

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Mark, Data Analyst and STEM Ambassador, shares the story of his journey into engineering and data analysis for Tomorrow's Engineers Week.

It is now easier than ever for schools to help their pupils see the relevance of the subjects they are learning through engaging with volunteers from the world of work.

Run by the STEM Ambassador and Student Engagement teams, another round of our national online mentoring scheme launches on 10th October.

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