The Royal Academy of Engineering’s Enterprise Hub has just reopened its accelerator for early stage engineering entrepreneurs in the North West, providing funding, mentoring and connections to those with an engineering innovation idea.
Regional Talent Engines
We are looking for aspiring entrepreneurs who have an engineering or technology idea that will help address some of today’s most pressing challenges. The programme will help participants refine their idea, make new connections, and learn the skills needed to launch a new start-up. The 6 month programme includes the following support:
- Equity-free funding of £20,000 towards living and business support costs
- Expert mentoring
- Training, roundtables, and events
- 1-2-1 coaching
Deadline for applications: Monday 23 May
Programme starts: September 2022
Website and eligibility: https://enterprisehub.raeng.org.uk/programmes/regional-talent-engines/
Locations: NW, NE, Yorkshire and Northern Ireland
Contact: Lee.Gosling@raeng.org.uk for the North West of England and Northern Ireland or Dale.Woods@raeng.org.uk for the North East, Yorkshire and Humberside
Who is eligible to apply
- Recent leavers from Further Education colleges (graduated since September 2016) who have a achieved a technical qualification (engineering or related subject) at levels 3-5
- Mid-or later-career engineers or technologists who have been working in skilled jobs and are seeking a career change as an entrepreneur