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AWARD SUBMISSION FORM - Deadline extended to 9th april
Competition – Inspiring the Future: Attracting Young People to the Highways and Transport Technology Sector
Are you ready to make a difference?
We’re launching an exciting competition to discover the creative ideas that will inspire and attract young people to careers in the highways and transport technology sector.
Why this challenge matters
This sector plays a crucial role in shaping sustainable, efficient, and connected infrastructure, yet many young people remain unaware of the career opportunities it offers.
That’s where you come in
We need your big ideas to inspire the next generation and show them the potential opportunities available across the sector. Whether it’s a compelling campaign or an innovative initiative, we want to hear your solutions to this challenge!
Your challenge
Share your creative solutions, campaigns or initiatives, in a format of your choice, explaining why your approach would work and how it could make a positive impact.
Submission formats
You can use any medium to express your ideas, including:
- Essay (maximum 4 sides of A4 / 3,200 words)
- Video (maximum 10 minutes)
- PowerPoint presentation (maximum 8 slides)
- Process Flowchart
- Campaign
- Storyboard
Key Considerations:
Be creative and innovative in your approach.
Clearly explain your idea and how it would attract young people to the sector.
Highlight why you believe your idea would work.
Prizes for the Winning Entry
The winner will be rewarded with:
- £1000 cash prize
- Prestigious sector recognition at the DfT Special Recognition Apprentice Awards during the Innovation & Learning Festival
- A place on the LCRIG Apprenticeship Task Group
Eligibility:
The nominee must be enrolled in, or have completed, an apprenticeship programme in highways or transport technology within the last 12 months.
How to write an award winning entry
Read our top tips and make your entry shine!
DEADLINE EXTENDED: 5pm, Wednesday, 9th April 2025.
You can save and resume your entry as many times as needed until you’re ready to submit. Once submitted, you won’t be able to make further edits.
Please note that if shortlisted, you will be required to be at the awards presentation which will take place on the afternoon of 2nd July, ahead of the evening networking event. This relaxed and informal celebration will shine a spotlight on the incredible talent and growth driving the future of our sector.
Public sector and private sector individual delegate places and tables at the awards evening are available, with fully funded places for apprentices. Book here.
If you require assistance with uploading your submission, please email info@lcrig.org.uk or call 01254 945250.