Employer & Industry Partnerships
Partnerships and Relationships
Digital Skills Consulting has engaged with a range of partners and developed relationships with, among others, government departments, law enforcement agencies, industry leaders and charities, all of whom are engaged in providing opportunities for young people.
We have longstanding relationships with the Department for Education, as well as the Home Office, Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, and the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport, and we provide input into their respective strategic reviews (for example the recent Report into NEETs – ‘Not in Employment, Education or Training’).
Digital Skills Consulting is also a member of TechFirst, which builds on the success of CyberFirst, the National Cyber Security Centre’s skills programme supporting talent into the cyber security sector since 2016.
TechFirst offers tailored opportunities at key stages: from young people beginning to explore the world of technology and build their work experience, to students and researchers studying in vital areas, to local businesses seeking new talent.
Digital Skills Consulting has also developed relationships with the National Crime Agency, and the National Cyber Security Centre as well as the police ‘Regional Cyber Crime Units’, who provide real-world relevance to our events, giving students a glimpse into careers in cybersecurity & public safety.
Careers & Employability Events
Digital Skills Consulting organises & delivers events where students can meet industry experts, including DigiTech & Cybersecurity companies, Advertising & Digital Media Agencies, Filmmakers, AI specialists, etc.
These events take place at FE Colleges, but also at company/employer premises.
Supported by our industry leading partners, these events showcase interactive activities & challenges designed to engage young people in cutting-edge DigiTech and Cyber skills.
Highlights have included:
- AXON VR Headset Taser Challenge (testing students’ decision-making and risk assessment skills)
- BAE System Cyber Quest Challenge (providing an in-depth look at cybersecurity problem-solving)
- Currys Laptop Build & Breakdown Challenge (engaging students in hands-on activity)
- The Civil Aviation Authority Cyber Escape Room & Top Trumps Challenge (providing more opportunities for cybersecurity problem solving)
- The Police Criminal Minds & Escape Room activities (challenging students to apply cybersecurity & forensics in a real-world context)
- Vizgard Drone & AI technology demonstrations (highlighting more specific DigiTech career opportunities)