Defence Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme- Engineering

If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. Ready to shape the future and make history? Join AWE We're AWE, and we're not your average workplace. Our teams are helping to safeguard the nation through cutting-edge science, engineering and technology. From delivering the UK's next nuclear warhead to developing innovative solutions that help keep the world safe, our work is challenging, meaningful and unlike anything else. Build your future with the Defence STEM Undergraduate Scheme (DSUS) If you're looking for more than a degree, the Defence STEM Undergraduate Scheme offers a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience alongside some of the UK's leading engineers, scientists and technical specialists. Through the scheme, you'll combine your university studies with practical industry experience across 2 Summer Placements, developing the skills, knowledge and professional networks that will help launch your career within Nuclear Defence. What you'll gain Two paid summer placements with AWE during your degree. (Summer of 2027 and 2028) The opportunity to work on projects with real-world impact. Mentoring and support from experienced engineers and technical experts. Exposure to some of the UK's most complex engineering and scientific challenges. Fast-track consideration for a place on AWE's graduate programme upon successful completion of your studies and placements. Financial support towards your degree through tuition fee funding (up to £9,250 per year) and an annual bursary (up to £5,000). Learn from experts. Work on meaningful projects. During your placements, you'll be immersed in an environment that delivers critical national programmes and innovative technical solutions. As part of each 9-week summer placement, you could possibly explore: How AWE supports the UK's Continuous At-Sea Deterrent (CASD). The engineering and science behind nuclear warheads. Advanced manufacturing processes and cutting-edge facilities. Design, development and delivery of complex engineering solutions. The lifecycle of nuclear technologies and efforts to reduce nuclear threats. Every placement is designed to help you build your technical capability, professional confidence and understanding of the career opportunities available at AWE. A pathway to your graduate career The Defence STEM Undergraduate Scheme is designed to support your development throughout university and beyond. Successful students will have the opportunity to progress onto AWE's graduate programme, providing a clear route into a rewarding long-term career where you can continue to learn, develop and make a meaningful contribution from day one. Eligibility We're looking for ambitious students studying a degree in disciplines such as: Electronic Engineering Computer Science Software Engineering Data Science Systems…