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RI Engineering Masterclass Speaker
Help inspire the next generation through a selection of roles available through the Royal Institution.
RI Masterclasses are extracurricular workshops in mathematics or computer science. They nurture students’ curiosity and inspire them to continue STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) engagement into the future.
Through Masterclasses, students connect with scientists and STEM enthusiasts, gaining insight into the depth and breadth of these fields. Students are helped to realise that STEM subjects are for everyone, inspiring future science careers.
Helper
Open to 16+ year olds with interest in STEM or interest in working with young audiences, no prior experience required
Speaker
Open to over 18s with either STEM expertise or prior experience as an educator
Supervisor
Open to over 18s with prior experience of pastoral and safeguarding care of children, e.g. someone with a teaching background, a youth group leader or similar
Time commitment and location
RI Masterclass series run for six weeks, during term time. Masterclasses for secondary school students tend to be 2.5 hours on Saturday mornings.
For primary school students it’s usually shorter sessions and often during or just after school hours, though some do run on Saturdays.
Requirements and training
Training and development is provided, helping to ensure you have the right level of support regardless of prior experience working with young people, running interactive STEM workshops or presenting to audiences.
Regular volunteers will need a Disclosure and Disbarring Service (DBS) check and they may request references.