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SHOWCASING THE NEXT GENERATION.

DSEI's NextGen programme bridges the defence industry with skilled individuals embarking on their careers. Designed for STEM students, NextGen showcases defence career paths, facilitates interactions with professionals, and offers insight into industry advancements.

Students gain networking opportunities and recruiters connect with potential talent. The programme's long-term goal is to shape defence recruitment and talent development discussions. By engaging with the programme, students and academic leaders contribute to the future of defence recruitment while benefiting from valuable insights and career prospects.

Join the NextGen programme at DSEI on 15th September 2023.

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NextGen DSEI logo.

SCHEDULES: CAREER PATHWAYS AND REQUIRED SKILLS OF THE FORCES

Panels

11.30-12.20: Engineering pathways and STEM careers in defence

12.20-13.10: Embracing diversity and inclusivity: is there a place for me in defence?

13.10-14.00: From space to cyber: unique skills and careers of tomorrow

 

 

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Talks and Q&As

11.30-12.00: Fitting into defence: from imposter syndrome to the work-life balance

12.00-12.30: A day in the life of a defence cyber engineer

12.30-13.00: My early career journey: life as a graduate in defence

13.00-13.30: Off the beaten track: exploring unique paths in defence

13.30-14.00: Ask me anything with...

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 British Army - International Recruitment Conference

Filmed live at DSEI on Friday, streaming in the Land Forum for attendees and the British Army Youtube for virtual attendees.

 

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StratCom's Chill Zone

Join us in the Chill Out Zone in the Strategic Command theatre, a space designed for students to unwind and connect in a relaxing environment.

LEARN. NETWORK. WORKSHOP.

The NexGen programme at DSEI is split in two. Upskilling and future-ready recruitment and career pathways and required skills of the forces.

They will include panel sessions, Q&As and workshops in the forum theatres, which sits nearly 200 people.

KEY TOPICS:

  • STEM
  • Getting into the industry
  • Education
  • Career paths
  • Skills requirements
  • Future technologies and industry advancements
  • Apprenticeships and internships
  • Diversity, equity and inclusion
  • Upskilling
  • Training
  • Talent management
  • Future needs
  • Collaboration and knowledge sharing
  • Learning
  • Future-ready
  • Skills requirements
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GET INVOLVED.

NextGen at DSEI 2023 is completely free for students.

You must be a registered and active University student in order to gain access to the NextGen programme at DSEI 2023. Use the link below to register your interest in the programme and you'll be informed once the full registration is live.

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ministry of defence

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