| Charity No: 1197240
Our Student Work Placement Programme was created in response to schools and colleges asking us for meaningful, hands-on placements for their students.
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Work experience can make all the difference to a young person’s confidence, career prospects, and life direction. But too often, placements for 14–18-year-olds involve low-value tasks with little relevance to their interests or studies.
We wanted to change that. By opening our doors to students, we offer structured placements that allow them to develop genuine technical skills while contributing to projects that help bridge the digital divide.
School & College Partnerships – We collaborate with local education providers to identify students who would benefit from a tech-focused placement.
Structured Learning – Students join us in a safe, supportive workspace where they learn IT repair, device refurbishment, admin skills, and digital safety awareness.
Mentoring & Progress Tracking – Each student is guided by experienced team members and volunteers, with progress monitored throughout the placement.
Meaningful Contribution – Students work on real devices destined for families, young people, and community groups in need — making a tangible difference from day one.
Pathways Forward – Many participants go on to further education, apprenticeships, jobs, or ongoing volunteer roles in the sector.
The programme invests in the next generation of tech talent while reducing the risk of young people becoming NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training). It strengthens local skills, builds confidence, and connects education directly with social good.
Unlike many placements where students spend most of their time shadowing or performing small administrative tasks, our programme places them at the heart of meaningful work. The devices they help refurbish are given directly to families and young people facing digital exclusion — so every student leaves knowing they have made a real difference.
Sponsor a Placement – Fund training, mentoring, and materials for one or more students.
Offer Workplace Visits – Give students a broader view of tech and digital careers.
Partner with Us – Help expand the programme to reach more schools and colleges.
We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re interested in partnering with us, making a donation, or simply want to learn more about our work, please fill out the form below, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible
