Intake 1 — 1 week
28 June-2 July 2027
One-week option.
In-person Program
Engineering Work Experience
by Study Mind
A hands-on London engineering career camp with design challenges, practical workshops, industry insight, mentoring and university application support.
Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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Engineering Work Experience at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Years 10-13; B1 English
Age range / Year group
Ages 15-18
Location / Region
Central London, United Kingdom
Cost
£1,799; £2,999; £3,999
Duration
1-3 weeks
Format
In-person
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Class size: Maximum 12 students
Accommodation: Residential or non-residential
Meals: Full board for residents
Certificate: 90% attendance required
Program hours: 30, 60 or 90 hours
Engineering Work Experience summary
A structured career camp where students explore mechanical, civil, electrical and structural engineering through practical workshops, design briefs and problem-solving projects.
Industry professionals and STEM educators lead small-group sessions, provide feedback and explain engineering study and career pathways.
It suits students testing whether engineering is right for them or seeking practical material to reflect on in university applications.
What is Engineering Work Experience?
Engineering Work Experience is Study Mind’s Engineering Summer Career Camp, a practical introduction to mechanical, civil, electrical and structural engineering. Students work through workshops, team challenges and design-based projects modeled on industry problems.
The experience combines technical learning with engineering career insight, personalized feedback and university preparation. Activities can include circuits, structures, aerodynamics, robotics, prototyping, site visits and conversations with working engineers.
Why Succeed highlights Engineering Work Experience
Students apply engineering ideas through design challenges, experiments and prototypes rather than relying only on lectures.
Mechanical, civil, electrical, structural and aerospace perspectives help students compare possible specialisms.
Small groups support individual mentoring, technical guidance and personalized project feedback.
The program connects practical engineering work with UCAS, personal statement and degree-pathway guidance.
Residential families receive structured meals, supervision, safeguarding and organized activities.
Who is Engineering Work Experience for?
Best for
Students who want to test several engineering fields through practical projects while building material for future study and university applications.
Not ideal if
You need a low-cost experience, a formal job placement or an advanced course focused on one engineering specialism.
Is Engineering Work Experience worth it?
It can be worthwhile for a student who learns best by building, testing and discussing ideas with professionals. The breadth of engineering fields, small groups and application guidance create a useful bridge between school STEM and degree-level choices.
The main limitation is value for money: even the shortest non-residential option is a substantial purchase, and this is a structured camp rather than a conventional workplace placement. Families should compare the desired duration, residential package and bursary route before booking.
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Cost and what is included
£1,799; £2,999; £3,999; includes 30, 60 or 90 subject-specific program hours, Hands-on simulations, materials, equipment and resources, Industry on-site experience and professional workshops, Reference letter and graduation certificate, On-site safeguarding and pastoral care.
Accommodation
Residential or non-residential
Meals
Full board for residents
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
1-3 weeks; Central London, United Kingdom.
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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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Engineering Work Experience need?
Effort level
High-intensity weekday program.
Best started
Plan at least 8-12 weeks before the preferred intake, especially for accommodation or international travel.
Main challenge
Sustaining active participation across technical and team-based tasks.
Typical preparation
Choose the duration and decide whether residential accommodation is needed.
Check age, school-year, English and parental-consent requirements.
Review the preparation materials sent before the program and pack a notepad or writing device.
Arrange travel early; outstanding balances are due 60 days before the program starts.
Useful if
You enjoy mathematics, physics, design or practical problem-solving.
What do students do on Engineering Work Experience?
Students move between guided technical sessions, team engineering challenges, workshops, visits and career-focused reflection. The precise timetable may change, but the experience remains centered on practical engineering.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Learn core ideas in mechanics, structures, electricity and materials.
- 2
Respond to engineering briefs through analysis, design and teamwork.
- 3
Build or test structures, circuits, aerofoils, robots and prototypes.
- 4
Meet engineers and STEM educators during workshops and visits.
- 5
Receive project feedback, mentoring and engineering-career guidance.
- 6
Connect the experience to degree choices, UCAS and personal statements.
Engineering Work Experience dates and deadlines
Upcoming
Intake 1 — 2 weeks
28 June-9 July 2027
Two-week option.
Intake 1 — 3 weeks
28 June-16 July 2027
Three-week option.
Intake 2 — 1 week
5-9 July 2027
One-week option.
Intake 2 — 2 weeks
5-16 July 2027
Two-week option.
Intake 2 — 3 weeks
5-23 July 2027
Three-week option.
Intake 3 — 1 week
12-16 July 2027
One-week option.
Intake 3 — 2 weeks
12-23 July 2027
Two-week option.
Intake 3 — 3 weeks
12-30 July 2027
Three-week option.
Intake 4 — 1 week
19-23 July 2027
One-week option.
Intake 4 — 2 weeks
19-30 July 2027
Two-week option.
Intake 4 — 3 weeks
19 July-6 August 2027
Three-week option.
Intake 5 — 1 week
26-30 July 2027
One-week option.
Intake 5 — 2 weeks
26 July-6 August 2027
Two-week option.
Intake 5 — 3 weeks
26 July-13 August 2027
Three-week option.
Intake 6 — 1 week
2-6 August 2027
One-week option.
Intake 6 — 2 weeks
2-13 August 2027
Two-week option.
Intake 7 — 1 week
9-13 August 2027
One-week option.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Intake 1 — 1 week | 28 June-2 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 1 — 2 weeks | 28 June-9 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 1 — 3 weeks | 28 June-16 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 2 — 1 week | 5-9 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 2 — 2 weeks | 5-16 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 2 — 3 weeks | 5-23 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 3 — 1 week | 12-16 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 3 — 2 weeks | 12-23 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 3 — 3 weeks | 12-30 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 4 — 1 week | 19-23 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 4 — 2 weeks | 19-30 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 4 — 3 weeks | 19 July-6 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 5 — 1 week | 26-30 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 5 — 2 weeks | 26 July-6 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 5 — 3 weeks | 26 July-13 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 6 — 1 week | 2-6 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 6 — 2 weeks | 2-13 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Intake 7 — 1 week | 9-13 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming |
Eligibility and requirements
Ages 15-18
UK Years 10-13
Genuine interest in engineering
Parent or carer consent required
Able to attend an advertised week
English at CEFR B1 or IELTS 4.0-5.0
No previous engineering experience required
How much does Engineering Work Experience cost?
Program fee
From £1,799 — Camp-only options cost £1,799, £2,999 or £3,999.
Funding or discounts
- Bursaries: Full, 75% or 50% — Needs-based support; accommodation is not included.
- Booking deposit: £500 — Non-refundable and credited toward the booking.
What's included
30, 60 or 90 subject-specific program hours, Hands-on simulations, materials, equipment and resources, Industry on-site experience and professional workshops, Reference letter and graduation certificate, On-site safeguarding and pastoral care
How to apply to Engineering Work Experience
- 1
Choose a one-, two- or three-week program option.
- 2
Select the preferred intake and residential or non-residential package.
- 3
Complete the official online booking form and payment.
- 4
Receive confirmation, engineering resources and preparation guidance.
- 5
For a bursary, submit financial evidence, an essay and a teacher reference separately.
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What does Engineering Work Experience cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Mechanical engineering
Explore motion, forces, energy and machine design through practical challenges.
Electrical systems
Design and test circuits while solving applied electrical problems.
Civil and structural engineering
Investigate how infrastructure is designed for strength, safety and efficiency.
Design and prototyping
Turn engineering ideas into prototypes using structured design thinking.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Engineering Work Experience?
A typical day during the program.
Monday Tuesday
Engineering skills, cantilevers and a Mott MacDonald workshop.
Wednesday
A full-day Brooklands Museum visit.
Thursday
Aeronautical and robotics workshops.
Friday
UCAS support, aeronautical engineering and graduation.
Who teaches on Engineering Work Experience?
Experienced engineers, industry professionals and STEM educators lead the camp, with contributors spanning mechanical, structural, aerospace and university-admissions expertise. Students receive small-group teaching, one-to-one mentoring and personalized feedback.
Named contributors include graduates or specialists connected with Cambridge, UCL, Mott MacDonald, Liverpool and UCAS advising.
Where do students stay on Engineering Work Experience?
Residential plan
- UCL Ramsay Hall: Private rooms with shared social and study spaces in central London.
- Meals and refreshments: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and water are included.
- Pastoral support: Guardians, 24/7 security, escorted travel and evening supervision are provided.
Non-residential plan
- Day attendance: Students attend educational services without overnight accommodation; lunch is provided.
Residential rooms are single occupancy with shared bathrooms; an ensuite upgrade is available for an additional fee.
What happens after Engineering Work Experience?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Use practical projects as material for application reflection.
Receive UCAS and personal statement guidance.
Compare mechanical, civil, electrical and aerospace pathways.
Build technical communication, teamwork and design-thinking skills.
Gain a certificate subject to the attendance requirement.
The provider does not guarantee university admission, employment or any specific career outcome.
Where does Engineering Work Experience take place?
The camp takes place in central London, with activities spanning classroom workshops, engineering-related visits and city venues. Residential students stay at UCL Ramsay Hall, close to central London institutions and transport connections.
Engineering Work Experience FAQs
No. The camp supports beginners as well as students already studying STEM subjects, introducing engineering principles step by step.
Students explore mechanical, civil, electrical and structural engineering, with activities that can also involve aerospace, robotics, circuits and autonomous systems.
The published sample schedule runs from 9am to 4pm and combines workshops, projects, visits and university-application support. Timetables may change.
The provider states that each program group has no more than 12 students, enabling small-group teaching and individual support.
Yes. The optional residential package uses single rooms at UCL Ramsay Hall and includes meals, supervised travel, activities and round-the-clock support.
Needs-based full, 75% and 50% bursaries are offered. Applicants must provide financial evidence, complete an essay and obtain a teacher reference; accommodation is not included.
A Certificate of Completion requires attendance at 90% or more of scheduled program hours. A participation certificate may be issued when attendance falls below that threshold.
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Sean Stevens
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Sean works at the intersection of academic enrichment, program quality and university preparation, with expertise in evaluating pre-university experiences for ambitious secondary school students.
Sources and verification
Source types reviewed
- Study Mind Work Experience | Career Programmes 2026
- Study Mind_CAMPS_OnePage
- Summer Career Camps - Terms and Conditions - Study Mind
- Camps form - Study Mind
- Contact Us - Medic Mind
- Private Candidate A-Levels: How to Book and Succeed - Study Mind
- A-Level Chemistry Book - Study Mind
- A-Level Biology Book - Study Mind
- Top Universities to Apply for with Your GCSE Grades - Study Mind
- Engineering Summer Career Camp: Hands-on Engineering Experience
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