#GeneratingGenius200
Alumni Genius is a network of young STEM talent who have graduated from the Uni Genius (link to page) programme.
About Generating Genius
Generating Genius is a charity with a vision to create a thriving and diverse STEM community. Founded by Dr Tony Sewell CBE in 2004, the charity has since been working with young people from black disadvantaged backgrounds who are underrepresented in STEM. This is done via our 2 core programmes: Uni Genius and Alumni Genius. Work experience is a key feature of our A-level programme Uni Genius. Paid internships are a key feature of our undergraduate programme Alumni Genius.
The Students on Generating Genius
All our students go through an interview and application process to join the programme. We recruit students from teacher referrals, schools’ presentations, student referrals and Linkedin.
The students that form our programmes represent the following groups:
- 1st in their family to attend University
- 91% of our students are at Russell Group Universities
- Currently on or have been on free school meals (49% of our students)
- State school educated
- Are currently in or have previously been in care
- Families with low household income (less than £25,000)
- BAME background (95% Black African and Black Caribbean)
#GeneratingGenius200 Explained
The #GeneratingGenius200 campaign is asking for 200 companies to provide an internship or work experience placement for a minimum of one of our bright and talented students. We set this campaign up as recent events have heightened awareness nationally and globally that companies are still not hiring and retaining black talent. We have so many talented black students who are part of our network that it made sense for us to act as the bridge connecting companies to them. It is well known that internships are the platform of today to get into top careers.
FAQ’s on #GeneratingGenius200
When can my company host a #GeneratingGenius200 internship and or work experience student?
We are asking that companies host a student by September 2021. Internships are best carried out in Summer anywhere between 4-10 weeks. These are for our undergraduate students. Work Experiences are for our A-level students. We recommend that they take place in any school holiday excluding May half-term for one week.
Do internships need to be paid?
Yes, we ask that you pay our students the London living wage for internships.
Are work experiences paid?
No, we ask that you provide lunch and travel expenses for work experience.
How do I set up an internship and or work experience placement?
Please email team@generatinggenius.org.uk to set up an internship or work experience placement. You will then be sent an information pack with all the details you need. The team will then arrange an initial call with you to tell you more.