The Ironmongers' Foundation is looking for partners to join its University Scholarship Scheme. The  Scheme selects students with a high-level of academic excellence from underprivileged backgrounds, so that they would struggle to go to university without additional financial help beyond a government grant. The scholars are studying for a first degree in engineering or materials science, and attend the UK's top universities.

An important part of the Scheme is the partnership between scholars and sponsors, and the industry experience this provides. Scholars are encouraged to complete work placements with partner companies, with a view to joining the company when they graduate. Companies can benefit by:

• encouraging and nurturing the next generation of engineers and material scientists.
• developing a 'pool' of trained engineers and materials scientists committed to the industry.

Existing scholars can meet those responsible for graduate development within companies to further explain the scheme.

Further information

The Ironmongers' Foundation website

Contact: Louise Morgan, tel: +44 (0)20 7776 2309