Step into the role of a technician
Technicians: We Make the Difference and
Technicians: The David Sainsbury Gallery at the Science Museum
Discover rewarding technician careers, in many different sectors
Do you enjoy problem-solving? Are you curious to make connections and find solutions? These skills and many others could launch your career as a technician.
The Science Museum and Technicians: We Make the Difference have teamed together with technicians to show you the crucial, exciting roles technicians play right across society – and the different paths you can take to join them!
Browse over 100 roles on the Technicians: We Make the Difference website or experience first-hand what it’s like to be a technician in creative arts, health, renewable energy, manufacturing and more at the Technicians Gallery at the Science Museum.
Not sure which technician role you are best suited to? Try our quiz and find a role matching your skills and interests...
Meet a technician
Arran
Wind Turbine Technician in the renewable energy sector
Bex
Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician in the health sector
Will
Special Effects Technician in the film industry
Read about other technician roles in different industries
Want to meet a technician in real life?
The Technicians Gallery at the Science Museum host regular workshops with technicians from partner organisations so you can experience what it’s like to do their job through hands-on activities and Q&A sessions. It’s completely free, your teacher can book a workshop as part of a school trip or you can drop in during the holidays with friends and family.
If you are a teacher and looking to book a school trip to the gallery, find out more here…
Or if you would like to visit with family and friends, find out more here…
Step into the role of a technician
Explore career pathways
At 16, you could choose to do A-levels, T-Levels, an apprenticeship or you could take up part-time learning whilst working or volunteering. Many employers offer training programmes such as T-levels and apprenticeships which will enable you to learn while you earn, and gain valuable experience in an industry you enjoy.
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