Worcestershire schoolgirls had the chance to learn more about future careers in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) recently at a new, Worcestershire County Council event aimed at inspiring them.
Called Generation STEM and run by the Council’s Early Careers Worcestershire programme, over 100 female school students were invited to attend, with the event showcasing the wide range STEM careers open to them.
Held at the Worcester headquarters of Mazak, Generation STEM allowed attendees to explore interactive workshops, engage directly with women forging successful careers in engineering, manufacturing, technology and scientific research, and gain insight into the opportunities available across Worcestershire’s growing STEM sectors.
Generation STEM forms part of Worcestershire County Council’s work to inspire the county’s future workforce, helping young people understand career pathways from an early age and strengthening links between education and industry.
Councillor Alan Amos, Worcestershire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Business and Skills, said: “Encouraging more girls to consider STEM pathways is vital for Worcestershire’s future workforce and economic strength. Events like Generation STEM give young women the opportunity to see what is possible, to meet real role models, and to understand the careers that are open to them. Worcestershire needs home-grown talent in engineering, technology and science, and we will continue to support initiatives that help young women take those first steps.”
Judy Gibbs, Head of Skills & Employability at Worcestershire County Council, added: “Generation STEM was more than an event – it was a statement of intent. We want every girl in Worcestershire to feel informed, supported and confident when exploring the full range of STEM opportunities available to them. Working with employers, partners and schools, we’re committed to widening access to STEM pathways and ensuring young people can see a future for themselves within these industries.”
Building on the momentum of the event, a cross-council Women in STEM Week campaign will soon be launched. Taking place in April 2026, the campaign will highlight the contributions of women working in STEM roles within the Council and across the county.
It will champion local female talent, challenge outdated perceptions about women in STEM, and encourage more girls and women to pursue careers in these fields.
Worcestershire businesses are invited to support the campaign by showcasing their own female role models and helping to promote the breadth of opportunities available in the county’s STEM sectors.
To find out more about Early Careers Worcestershire and Women in STEM Week, please visit the Skills page of our website.
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