Level one electrical apprentices at the College of West Anglia’s King’s Lynn campus were given a powerful glimpse into their future career opportunities during the recent ‘Future Faraday’ event – a dedicated day of industry insight, inspiration, and professional guidance.

The event is named ‘Future Faradays’ in honour of renowned scientist and electrical engineer Michael Faraday, whose groundbreaking work laid the foundations for modern electrical engineering. The aim of the day was to inspire the next generation of electricians by connecting curriculum learning with real industry insight- encouraging students to follow in Faraday’s footsteps through curiosity and innovation.

The event welcomed representatives from key organisations within the electrical sector, including NICEIC, EAL, ECA, and Scolmore, each of whom delivered engaging talks followed by Q and A sessions. The speakers included Jennie Phung, Skillelectric Project Manager at NET, shared their expertise on industry standards, qualifications, technological innovation, and career progression, giving students the chance to hear directly from the leading voices in the trade.

Designed to bridge the gap between training and industry, the ‘Future Faraday’ event highlighted the importance of professional development and staying informed about evolving practices within the electrical field.

Jennie said, ‘It’s been so important to speak to the students today, as I really want to emphasize to the students the opportunities that are available that can lead to a rewarding career in our industry.’

Henry Wright, Lecturer in Electrical Engineering added, ‘Events like this are invaluable for our students. The presentation by NET reinforced the importance of high safety and technical standards. It also opened up discussions around emerging technologies like EV car charging and Solar PV. Scolmore’s session on Smart Homes was a highlight, showing how innovation is shaping the future of domestic electrical installation.’