NIE Networks has teamed up with Women's Tec to unveil Pathways to Energy, a fully funded 12-week programme aimed at encouraging more young women into careers across the energy sector. The initiative is open to girls and women aged 16–25.

Participants will attend one evening a week at Northern Regional College in Newtownabbey, receiving practical training in electrics. Some sessions will be delivered by NIE Networks training staff, with additional site visits to company depots to give real-world insight into the industry.

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Kerri Pollock, Senior HR Business Partner, NIE Networks, said: "NIE Networks have been a #NotJustForBoys champion with Women's Tec for a number of years now and we are delighted to bring that partnership to life with a fully funded programme. Students will gain a practical understanding of what working in the energy industry looks like in real life with site visits to NIE Networks depots and our expert staff taking some of the sessions."

Claire King, Programmes Manager at Women's Tec, said: "Our purpose is to provide girls and women opportunities in a diverse range of sectors, and this programme gives participants real life experience and a true flavour of working in energy sector. Participants will also be able to access invaluable careers and progression advice and ongoing support from the Women's Tec team"

Applications are now open ahead of a mid-September start. To find out more, search Women's Tec or visit www.womenstec.org.