Monday November 9th 2026
Dynamic Earth Careers Showcase
Written by Midlothian View Reporter, Liam Eunson
An Edinburgh science centre is helping more young people explore careers in science, technology, engineering and maths by removing the cost of travelling to its annual careers showcase.
Dynamic Earth, based in Edinburgh, is partnering with travel company Skyscanner to provide fully funded bus and coach transport for schools attending its two-day STEM Careers Showcase on January 18 and 19.
The initiative means the event will be completely free for participating schools for the first time, helping pupils from across Scotland access opportunities that might otherwise be out of reach.
The showcase, one of the largest of its kind in Scotland, will bring together more than 20 partner organisations and 60 STEM professionals to introduce young people to potential careers in fields including marine science, engineering and conservation.
Through interactive activities, talks and hands-on experiences, pupils will have the opportunity to meet people working in different scientific industries and discover the pathways available to them.
Previous editions of the event, delivered through the ‘Your Planet, Your Future’ programme, have welcomed up to 1,200 learners.
Conor Ellis, science learning and engagement director at Dynamic Earth, said the organisation had recognised that travel costs could prevent some schools from attending.
He said: “Dynamic Earth has been overwhelmed by the positive feedback following previous year’s Careers Showcases. We have, however, been acutely aware of how the cost of travelling to Edinburgh is an exclusionary factor for many schools who would otherwise wish to attend.
“Dynamic Earth’s partnership with Skyscanner, and the creation of The Career Showcase Transport Fund, furthers our shared commitment to breaking down barriers that prevent students from accessing vital learning opportunities.”
Myra Fulton, vice-president of engineering at Skyscanner, said the partnership would help more young people discover potential career paths.
She added: “We’re proud to continue our partnership with Dynamic Earth, helping young people across Scotland discover where their curiosity and talents could take them.
“By funding school coach transport to the Careers Showcase, we’re helping more pupils explore STEM careers they might never have considered, without travel costs standing in their way.”
The event will also include dedicated afternoon sessions for children with additional support needs, as part of Dynamic Earth’s wider commitment to making science and learning accessible.
The Edinburgh attraction’s other accessibility initiatives include British Sign Language planetarium shows, relaxed open days and sensory resources for visitors.
Schools are being encouraged to register early as places are limited.
More information and registration details are available at [Dynamic Earth’s website](https://dynamicearth.org.uk/learning/schools/school-careers-day/).
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