Teesside students gain an insight into the renewable industry
88 business students at Nunthorpe Academy were given a unique opportunity to delve into the working world with Sofia Offshore Wind Farm’s graduate engineers.
RWE Sofia Offshore Wind Farm partners with Young Enterprise North East to support education at Nunthorpe Academy through volunteering.
Year ten business students at Nunthorpe Academy in Middlesbrough were given a unique opportunity to delve into the working world as graduate engineers at Sofia Offshore Wind Farm spent the day volunteering and offering industry insights.
Alexander Brousee, graduate engineer at Sofia Offshore Wind Farm joined Jill Tinsley, Young Enterprise North East Yorkshire and Humber regional manager and Lucia Molina Young Enterprise Durham and Tees Valley area manager to provide support with classroom activities, share career insights and engage with students to help inspire the next generation.
The day began with small-group sessions, where students took on various tasks with the objective of enhancing business work, discovering the importance of key skills, and completing a business challenge. As a volunteer, Alexander was on hand to provide support, offering guidance and assistance where needed, ensuring that students had the resources and encouragement to bring their businesses to life.
In the afternoon, students had the opportunity to learn more about the renewables sector and how to progress in the field. Alexander shared insights into his role at Sofia Offshore Wind Farm and how classroom learning connects to the world of work.
When speaking with Alexander about the importance of volunteering he said: “I believe an important part of this job is to communicate and share what we do, and why we do it, with local communities. These events are a good way to do so.
“It's important for companies that have a vested interest in the area to be proactive in connecting with the communities and getting them on board. Volunteering is an important driver in doing so. It gets people involved and interested in what RWE is doing. Volunteering is also important for the teams at RWE to give back to the local area and create a positive impact.”
Jill Tinsley added: “Our collaboration with Sofia Offshore Wind Farm is a powerful example of how industry and education can come together to inspire young people. By connecting students with the world of renewable energy and enterprise, we’re equipping them with the skills, confidence and vision to lead in a greener and more innovative future.”
Sofia Offshore Wind Farm remains committed to creating opportunities for employees to make a positive impact beyond the workplace. By partnering with local schools, we aim to contribute to the inspiration of the next generation and sustain our ongoing commitment to community engagement.
