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Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Immerse yourself into the role of an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician. Safely inspect and diagnose a system fault and communicate your findings.

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Age range

Students aged 13+ are welcome to take part in this programme

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Complete at your own pace

Over 6 hours’ worth of content

Programme overview

In this Sprint, you will simulate the role of a Technician at Drax and join the Electrical, Control, and Instrumentation (EC&I) team. Guided by your mentor, you will discover that an emergency involving Drax machinery has arisen. You must act quickly to assess the situation, decide on immediate steps, and communicate your plan to the Team Leader. Are you up for the challenge?

What's included

This Sprint includes a real-world activity performed by Technicians at Drax, with helpful resources and guides to assist you in approaching the activity. You’ll gain insight into your mentor’s background and any advice they have for you before you complete the task. What’s more, the first 200 people who submit their work will receive personalised feedback.

We welcome applications in alternative format and recognise that people have different access needs and preferences. If you’d prefer to apply in a different format, we’re happy to accommodate – please reach out for guidance

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Programmes can be completed at your own pace and often include pre-recorded talks with industry professionals.

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When will I hear back if I have been successful with my application?

Once you have applied for your programme, you will receive a confirmation email. You will be notified about the outcome of your application via email at least 3 days before the programme start date. Good luck!

Can I apply to multiple programmes?

Yes, you can sign up to multiple programmes with us.

Who can take part in the programme?

Most of our programmes require students to be in school/college. Some programmes require students to be based in specific regions of the UK, this is stipulated by the organisations themselves, and is not defined by Springpod.

However, the ages mentioned on our programmes are more of a guideline than a strict limit. As such, we more than welcome older students to apply as well!

Will I receive a certificate on completion of the programme?

You will receive a certificate on completion of your programme. It will be made available to download whenever your programme is marked as complete.

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