Help inspire the next generation of engineers, scientists, medics, coders, makers and thinkers
Careers Hive is a STEM careers event with a difference. We bring S1–3 students together with STEM professionals to try hands-on activities and share career experiences, highlighting the different opportunities and career pathways that can open up by choosing STEM subjects.
We are looking for enthusiastic, friendly volunteers currently working in any STEM field to share their experience with our young visitors.
We aim to showcase a broad spectrum of jobs and workplaces, so whether you’re an apprentice, machinist or a researcher, a coder, a site engineer or a lab helper we’re keen to get you involved.
We’re particularly interested in hearing from you if you got to where you are via non-traditional routes, or if you identify with a minority group underrepresented in the sector.
Volunteer Roles at Careers Hive
Meet the Professional
Using fun hands-on STEM activities, break the ice and chat to students about what you love about your job, how you got there and your future industry predictions.
Think Tank
Participate in quick-fire conversations where small groups of young people will have five minutes to ask you some face-paced career questions.
Careers Hive increased my confidence in communicating, giving presentations, chairing meetings and networking at events.
Industry Volunteer
Benefits of Volunteering
- Inspire the next generation of engineers, scientists, coders, makers and thinkers
- Help young people understand the breadth of job opportunities open to them
- Take advantage of a unique personal development opportunity
- Network with other professionals in STEM careers
- Attend a free half-day Communicating with Confidence training course
Communicating with Confidence
Our Communicating with Confidence course has been expertly developed by Edinburgh Science, informed by decades of experience in science communication across the world. This half-day course will give you an overview of the event, help you engage with participants at Careers Hive and develop your communication skills.
Feedback over the past few years has shown that those who undertake training get much more out of their Careers Hive experience
Get involved
If you’re interested in volunteering at Careers Hive and can commit to at least one full day or two half-days between Mon 28 Oct – Sat 2 Nov, then please complete our volunteer application form.
