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We're recruiting volunteer STEM Mentors across Greater Manchester. If you work in tech, engineering, science or digital — young people need you.

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From an SSG STEM session
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Become an SSG STEM Mentor

Help young people build and code robots, design in CAD, prepare 3D prints and explore AI — and show them what a future in STEM could look like.

Apply to be a STEM Mentor (opens Microsoft Forms in a new tab)What's involved

What you'll do

  • Support hands-on sessions in robotics, coding, CAD and 3D printing
  • Help young people solve problems and explain their thinking
  • Share how you got into STEM and what your work involves

Who you'll support

  • Young people in schools and community settings across Greater Manchester
  • Complete beginners as well as young people already into tech

Training & support

  • An induction before your first session
  • Session plans and materials from the SSG team
  • Ongoing support — you'll volunteer alongside the team

Skills you can develop

  • Mentoring and communication
  • Explaining technical ideas simply
  • Leadership and confidence
  • Experience you can bring back to work

Eligibility

  • STEM, digital or technical experience (work, study or serious hobby)
  • A genuine interest in supporting young people
  • Able to travel to venues in Greater Manchester

Time commitment

  • Being confirmed for each role
  • Flexible — tell us your availability when you apply

Safeguarding checks. Everyone who works with young people goes through checks appropriate to their role before they start. This may include an enhanced DBS check and references. We'll talk you through it.

Application process

From application to first session

  1. 1

    Apply online

    Fill in the short Microsoft Form — your skills, interests and availability.

  2. 2

    Meet the team

    A friendly chat so we can get to know each other.

  3. 3

    Checks & induction

    Complete the checks for your role and your induction.

  4. 4

    First session

    Join a session alongside the SSG team.

Apply to be a STEM Mentor (opens Microsoft Forms in a new tab)

Other ways to volunteer

Career mentorShare your journey and help a young person plan their next steps.Register interest →
Session volunteerSupport on the day — setting up, encouraging and keeping sessions running smoothly.Register interest →

FAQs

Volunteering questions

Do I need to be a teacher or youth worker?
No. We're looking for people with real-world skills and a genuine interest in helping young people. We'll support you.
Do I need to be an expert in tech?
You need STEM, digital or technical experience — from study, work or a serious hobby. You don't need to know every tool; you'll often learn alongside young people.
How much time does it take?
We're confirming the time commitment for each role. Volunteering is flexible — tell us what works for you on the application form.
Where are sessions?
Across Greater Manchester — in schools, community spaces and partner venues.
What checks are involved?
Anyone working with young people goes through checks appropriate to their role before they start. This may include an enhanced DBS check and references. We'll explain everything when we speak.

Other roles or questions

Not a STEM mentor? Still want to help?

Register interest in career mentoring, session volunteering or employee volunteering with your team.