The Grad Recharge programme is a fully funded, intensive initiative to help out of work STEM graduates and Digital Skills Bootcamp Graduates in Manchester kick-start their careers in the digital and tech sectors.

We will support you by providing:

• Tailored Support: one-to-one coaching and mental health and wellbeing support.
• Masterclasses:
  • Practical Training: hands-on masterclasses in in-demand skills such as generative and data analytics.
  • Workshops: essential core professional skills
  • Career Connections: opportunities to meet employers, gain experience, and build your professional network
  • Workplace exposure: insights visits, portfolio work experience

This handbook is designed to guide you through your learning journey, track your progress, and support your professional, technical, and personal development. Use this handbook to set goals, your support needs, capture milestones, reflect on your experiences, and plan next steps.

Key Contacts

Emma Grant

Head of Programmes

Lucy Heffernan

Programme Executive
Key Worker - Navigator

Beccy Calderwood

The Life Project - Coach