The ICG has been working with colleagues in AGCAS and the Engineering and Technology Board to establish better links between career guidance practitioners and major engineering employers.
Careers advisors interested in applying for this round of placement opportunities should complete and return an Application Form by the 5th June 2006 a form can be downloaded from http://www.etechb.co.uk/page.asp?pg=7&pg1=89
This joint work shadowing scheme will involve Careers Advisors undertaking short-term placements in Science, Engineering and Technology (SET) companies. The scheme will bring employers and careers staff closer together and allow Careers Advisors better insight and understanding of roles and opportunities within the SET sector.
The programme will enhance the professional development of careers advisors, work to the benefit of those they advise and will foster improved relationships between recruiters and Careers Services. This programme has been based upon the recommendations of the Harris Committee's review into HE careers services and will address the concerns expressed about the quality of careers advice in relation to SET opportunities in the Investing in Innovation report and the Roberts Review of the Supply of Scientists and Engineers. | 
