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    The Young Engineer Summer Experience

    by InvestIN

    An immersive engineering career programme combining hands-on simulations, professional site visits, expert coaching and assessed project work.

    Last verified: 31 Jul 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
    The Young Engineer Summer Experience

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    Young Engineer Experience at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Recently closed

    Eligibility

    No prior knowledge required

    Age range / Year group

    15-18

    Location / Region

    London

    Cost

    From £2,225

    Duration

    1 or 2 weeks

    Format

    In-person

    Latest deadline

    27 July 2026

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    EngineeringBiomedical Engineering

    Accommodation: Residential or non-residential

    Meals: 3 daily for residents

    Certificate / Outcome: Certificate; Level 3 option

    Campus experience: UCL and London workplaces

    Contact time: 25, 50 or 65 hours

    Young Engineer Experience summary

    A career-focused engineering summer school built around practical simulations, experiments and professional workplace visits rather than classroom lectures alone.

    Students explore civil, aerospace, materials, mechanical, biomedical, electrical and sustainable engineering through activities such as bridge building, wind-tunnel testing, engine teardown and robot programming.

    It suits students who want to test their interest in engineering and collect concrete experiences they can reflect on in future university or career applications.

    What is The Young Engineer Summer Experience?

    The Young Engineer Summer Experience is an immersive career programme run by InvestIN Education. It introduces students to several engineering disciplines through practical simulations, experimental challenges and visits to professional settings.

    Students work with engineers across fields including civil, aerospace, materials, mechanical, biomedical and electrical engineering. Activities range from testing an aerofoil and dismantling an engine to conducting failure analysis, designing structures and programming a robot.

    Why Succeed highlights Young Engineer Experience

    • The programme replaces passive observation with substantial engineering simulations, experiments and design challenges.

    • Its breadth lets students compare several engineering specialisms before committing to a university subject.

    • Professional site visits and coaching connect technical activities with real engineering careers and recruitment.

    • Students receive feedback on assessed work and can pursue a recognised Level 3 qualification through eligible packages.

    • Residential and day-student options make the experience workable for both local and international participants.

    Who is Young Engineer Experience for?

    Best for

    Students who want a broad, practical test of engineering careers and enjoy collaborative design, experimentation and problem-solving.

    Not ideal if

    You want a low-cost academic course, a narrowly specialised engineering syllabus or independent research with extensive theory.

    Is Young Engineer Experience worth it?

    The programme can be worthwhile for a student who is seriously exploring engineering and will engage fully with its simulations, professional feedback and workplace exposure. Its strongest value lies in helping students test different specialisms and produce specific experiences to reflect on later.

    The fee is substantial, especially with accommodation, and attendance alone will not secure university admission. Students should compare the practical access and support offered here with lower-cost projects, placements or courses before booking.

    A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    From £2,225; includes 25, 50 or 65 professional contact hours, Hands-on simulations, materials and equipment, Digital certificate and programme assessment, UCL campus experience, Up to two or five professional excursions, On-site safeguarding and pastoral care, Private en-suite room and meals with residential packages, Evening and weekend activities with residential packages.

    Accommodation

    Residential or non-residential

    Meals

    3 daily for residents

    Provider details

    Review the InvestIN provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    Dates and logistics

    1 or 2 weeks; London.

    What to check before committing

    Confirm current dates, payment terms, travel arrangements, cancellation rules and what is included with the provider.

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    How much preparation does Young Engineer Experience need?

    Effort level

    High during the programme.

    Best started

    Begin planning six to eight weeks before your preferred intake, especially for travel, accommodation or visa arrangements.

    Main challenge

    Moving quickly between unfamiliar engineering disciplines and team tasks.

    Typical preparation

    • Review the programme options and decide whether one week provides enough depth for your goals.

    • Plan accommodation, insurance and UK entry permission early if travelling to London.

    • Refresh basic maths and physics concepts, although prior engineering knowledge is not required.

    • Prepare questions for the engineers and keep notes on projects, feedback and career insights.

    Useful if

    You enjoy applied maths, physics, design and collaborative problem-solving.

    What do students do on Young Engineer Experience?

    Students rotate through practical engineering challenges, professional visits, coaching and feedback activities. The two-week options add further disciplines, networking and assessed outcomes.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Design and test a load-bearing civil engineering structure.

    2. 2

      Manufacture and improve an aerofoil using a wind tunnel.

    3. 3

      Explore aircraft systems with aerospace engineers and pilots.

    4. 4

      Conduct a professional-style metallurgic failure analysis.

    5. 5

      Examine automotive engineering through an engine teardown and supercar visit.

    6. 6

      Develop a sustainability proposal for a simulated climate emergency.

    7. 7

      Explore biomedical technology through a patient innovation challenge.

    8. 8

      Build and program an obstacle-avoiding robot buggy.

    9. 9

      Present work, receive expert feedback and complete certification activities.

    Young Engineer Experience dates and deadlines

    Registration

    First-come, first-served

    No fixed deadline; registration closes at capacity.

    Reference date
    Get next-cycle reminder

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Aged 15-18

    • No previous engineering knowledge required

    • B2 English for EFL students

    • Over-18s cannot attend

    • International and UK students accepted

    How much does Young Engineer Experience cost?

    One-week programme

    £2,225 — 25 professional contact hours.

    Funding or discounts

    • Two-week programme: £3,275 — 50 professional contact hours.
    • Two-week Premium: £4,400 — 65 contact hours and Level 3 assessment.
    • Residential totals: £3,725-£7,550 — Varies by length and package.
    • Booking deposit: £950 — Non-refundable; payment plans available.
    • Level 3 add-on: £395 — Available for the standard two-week option.
    • Bursary places: Available — For financially eligible students.

    What's included

    25, 50 or 65 professional contact hours, Hands-on simulations, materials and equipment, Digital certificate and programme assessment, UCL campus experience, Up to two or five professional excursions, On-site safeguarding and pastoral care, Private en-suite room and meals with residential packages, Evening and weekend activities with residential packages

    How to apply to Young Engineer Experience

    1. 1

      Select engineering and choose a programme length and available intake.

    2. 2

      Choose residential or non-residential attendance and any optional transfer.

    3. 3

      Enter the student and parent or guardian details online.

    4. 4

      Pay the full fee or secure the place with a £950 deposit.

    5. 5

      Complete the mandatory student enrolment form after registration.

    6. 6

      Review the personalised timetable and pre-arrival materials before attending.

    What does Young Engineer Experience cover?

    The programme covers the following focus areas.

    Civil and structural engineering

    Design and test a structure using load-bearing principles and real constraints.

    Aerospace engineering

    Explore flight physics, aerofoil testing, aircraft systems and design decisions.

    Materials and mechanical engineering

    Complete failure analysis and investigate engine and vehicle engineering.

    Biomedical and sustainable engineering

    Develop solutions for patient technology and environmental engineering challenges.

    Electrical engineering and robotics

    Interpret circuits and program a line-following, obstacle-avoiding robot.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on Young Engineer Experience?

    A typical day during the programme.

    Programme days

    Engineering activities, visits and coaching run across weekdays.

    Core sessions

    The sample second-week timetable combines morning and afternoon engineering sessions.

    Residential evenings

    Residents join scheduled social activities after dinner.

    Premium weekend

    Premium students complete strategy, psychometric and career-development activities.

    Who teaches on Young Engineer Experience?

    Activities are delivered and coached by professionals from mechanical, civil, materials, aerospace, electrical and biomedical engineering. Students also receive feedback, career advice and private networking access from participating professionals.

    Programme content is developed by InvestIN's programme team and expanded and delivered by industry professionals.

    Where do students stay on Young Engineer Experience?

    Residential plan

    • University halls: Private single en-suite rooms in central London student halls.
    • Meals: Three daily meals include canteen breakfast and dinner plus a lunch voucher.
    • Pastoral support: Safeguarding and pastoral staff are available on site 24/7.
    • Social programme: Evening and weekend activities help residents socialise outside programme hours.

    Non-residential plan

    • Day students: Local students can attend without booking accommodation.

    Airport transfers are optional, and non-residential students arrange their own London travel on relevant days.

    What happens after Young Engineer Experience?

    After completing this programme, participants often pursue:

    Use practical experiences as evidence of informed engineering interest.

    Reflect on several disciplines before choosing further study or an apprenticeship.

    Receive a personalised digital certificate after the online assessment.

    Gain a physical certificate and industry reference on two-week options.

    Complete the Level 3 Award for eight UCAS points when eligible.

    Universities consider academic achievement and reflection alongside programme participation.

    Where does Young Engineer Experience take place?

    The programme is based at UCL and the surrounding University of London campus in central London. Some activities take place at specialist professional and industry venues elsewhere in or around London.

    InvestIN hires university space commercially and is not affiliated with the universities used as venues.

    Young Engineer Experience FAQs

    No. Previous knowledge or experience is not required, and topics are introduced at an accessible level.

    Yes. Students can choose non-residential attendance and travel to the programme each day.

    Residential packages include a private single en-suite room, three daily meals, social activities, travel to programme venues and 24/7 pastoral support.

    The published programme covers civil, structural, aerospace, materials, mechanical, sustainable, biomedical and electrical engineering.

    Students completing the online assessment receive a personalised digital certificate. Two-week students also receive a physical certificate and an industry reference letter.

    Eligible two-week students can complete a Level 3 Award in Work Experience and Career Planning worth eight UCAS points. The assessment is included with Premium and offered as an add-on for the standard two-week option.

    Yes. International students may attend, although they must arrange the correct UK entry permission and EFL students need B2 English.

    InvestIN states that free bursary places are available for financially eligible students through its bursary scheme.

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