What's Happening?
In-Comm Training, a prominent engineering and manufacturing apprenticeship provider, is calling on companies in the Black Country, Birmingham, and Shropshire to leverage a substantial talent pool of young individuals eager to enter vocational learning placements. This initiative follows a significant outreach effort involving local schools and community groups, supported by donations from the Orlik family and contributions from Howmet, Brandauer, and In-Comm Training. The STEM Engagement fund has engaged with 15 new schools, reaching 4000 pupils and over 50 teachers through various STEM activities. As a result, 125 individuals have already been placed with employers, with 75 more seeking positions in engineering and manufacturing roles.
Why It's Important?
The initiative addresses critical recruitment challenges faced by regional employers, offering a solution to the skills gap in engineering and manufacturing sectors. By fostering interest in apprenticeships, In-Comm Training is helping mold future professionals who align with business cultures and can contribute to filling skills shortages. This effort not only benefits companies by providing access to skilled workers but also empowers young people with career opportunities in technical fields, potentially transforming their lives and supporting economic growth in the region.
What's Next?
In-Comm Training plans to build on the momentum achieved, seeking further support from organizations interested in promoting vocational education. The goal is to sustain the impact of the STEM Engagement fund and ensure more young people gain firsthand experience in engineering and manufacturing. Companies are encouraged to engage with the talent pool and benefit from the training provider's world-class technical academies and competency-led courses.
