Industrial Cadets

Welcome to Industrial Cadets: an industry led quality benchmark for outreach and education programmes to build pathways through education and employment. ​ Promoting the development of the next generation of UK’s young minds, Industrial Cadets is a kite mark for schools and students seeking valuable and exciting STEM opportunities. ​ Industrial Cadets is expanding our footprint. In collaboration with partners nationwide, we are creating more opportunities for young people who need support now more than ever. ​ Through benchmarking outreach activities, position your organisation as an employer of choice and use pathways to deliver long term impact. ​ Design and accredit activities using the Industrial Cadets framework to create; ​ networks of Industrial Cadets schools and local hubs of activity diverse socially mobile communities of experienced and skilled young people clear progression routes for students, encouraging multiple interactions. ​ Students build Industrial Cadets portfolios to showcase experiences and acquired skills, celebrating progression and fostering a sense of achievement.