Get up to Speed

23rd March 2015

Showcasing the best of engineering and manufacturing in the region this is a highly interactive event targeted at students, parents and teachers showcasing the manufacturing, engineering and technology sectors, its employers and employment What's Get up to Speed all about? It's a chance to see some of the fastest vehicles, innovations and people on earth, all in one place.

Learn about how their success has been achieved and the fundamental role played by design, technology, engineering and manufacturing. Find out about how many of these couldn't have happened without talent and resources based in the Sheffield City region. In addition to an opportunity to see and try a range of stimulating activities and challenges a number of leading local and national engineering and manufacturing businesses will be exhibiting and explaining career opportuni-ties within their companies. Visitors to this free event can talk to their apprentices, find out what it's like to work in the sector, what skills and qualifications you will need and who knows, one day play a part in helping achieve some future world records. Who's it for? Young People There's lots to see and do and opportunities to speak to people already working in the industry and also to find out about career pathways and opportunities. Parents Find out about options for your son or daughter in the industry sector and ask questions of exhibitors. Teachers/Lecturers—Find out about the wide range of skills and employers in the sector to enhance understanding and teaching. Employers—Raising profile and positive PR whilst informing and attracting future employees and providing development opportunities for your staff and apprentices Find out more about attending or exhibiting visit: www.getuptospeed.org.uk Or email : info@work-wise.co.uk