b'16 Member News November 2023Early careerThe Dyson Institutetheme on this course, and Im beyond grateful for this unique opportunity to experience the degree apprenticeship thatreality of working in a truly global engineering business.took me across the worldHis journey has been marked by achievements, including showcasing his work in a top-The Dyson Institute ofStudents split their time, withlevel Design Review. His time in Engineering and Technology,three days spent workingSingapore allowed him to explore established in 2017 bywithin RDD and two daysIsaac Jones EngTech TMIET downstream development Sir James Dyson, offers adedicated to academic studies.further and contribute value to distinctive higher educationThe academic year alignssecond-year students focusedprojects. Outside of work, the experience. Its four-yearwith traditional universitieson sustainability. Third-yearstudents enjoyed the vibrant programme aims to bridgebut includes an extendedundergraduates recentlycultural experience of Singapore. holiday period followed by thecompleted an 8-week placementIsaac considers this experience the engineering skillsat Dysons RDD offices in gap and cultivate top-tierSummer Series professionalSingapore, applying their UK- a highlight of his education, engineers. Undergraduatedevelopment programme.honed skills to downstreamgrateful for the chance to work Engineers engage in real- The Summer Series is a dynamicproduct development challenges.within such an engineering world problem-solving withininitiative that challengespowerhouse. He looks forward to Dysons Research, Design,undergraduates differently eachIsaac Jones EngTech TMIET,potential return visits, cherishing now a final-year undergraduate,the memories and insights and Development (RDD)year. This year, for instance,reflects on his transformativegained during this unique journey. teams, while pursuing afirst-year students collaboratedexperience during the SummerIsaac has also been recognised degree from an independentwith New Product InnovationSeries in Singapore: Thisat this years IET Achievement higher education provider.on creative projects, whilehas been a real highlight forAwards, read more on page 17.A year in the life of a YWE winner Its nearly a year on since Ama Frimpong PhD MIET becameThe highlight of my yearaccomplished women and the 2022 Young Woman Engineer (YWE) of the Year. was participating in REflectsharing their inspiring stories, With registration now open for the 2023 ceremony, weand attending the Faradaywe provide aspiring engineers caught up with Ama to see what she has been up to sincecompetition. Both of thesewith tangible examples of winning. You can read the full interview on our websiteevents showcased the incrediblesuccess. Sometimes, all it takes https://spkl.io/60084m04k and below are some of herefforts made by organisationsfor someone to embark on their and individuals to create earlyown STEM journey is to see highlights from the past year. fun opportunities for youngsomeone who people, particularly those fromlooks like them The past year has beenunderrepresented groups, towho has such an incredible journey. Itengage with STEM. Events likeachieved all began with a 7 a.m. BBCIve gained a deeperthis are significant for me becauseremarkable radio interview the morningunderstanding of the challengesI did not have these growingfeats.after the ceremony, andin efforts to increase equality,up. They address a crucial need continued throughout thediversity and inclusion in STEM,in the STEM community.year with public engagementand I remain committed to activities, and ongoingworking towards improving theFemale role models in opportunities to influence therepresentation and supportengineering play a vital role engineering profession. Iveavailable to all underrepresentedin empowering the next grown both as an engineerindividuals in STEM. generation of women in and as an individual. STEM. By showcasing these Learn more about YWE on our website: theiet.org/ywe Ama Frimpong PhD MIET'