Cornerstone Employers

Cornerstone Employers are experienced in engaging with education and give strategic support to clusters of secondary schools and colleges to empower careers provision in an area.

With a complex, fast-changing labour market, the need for high quality workplace experiences and links to employers has never been greater – and Cornerstone Employers are ambassadors for making this become a reality.

Our Cornerstone Employers help to:

  • Ensure all young people in their area have the opportunities they need to be prepared and inspired for the world of work

  • Give back to their community and support the growth of their local economy

  • Engage and develop with their current workforce

  • Inspire students about their sector or industry

  • Develop the skills required for the future workforce and build talent pipeline

Meet our Cornerstone Employers
TUI
TUI

TUI is the world’s leading tourism group. Our market-leading brands in the UK include; TUI, First Choice, Marella Cruises & Crystal Ski Holidays. Our Early Careers Programme offers a great opportunity to explore an exciting career with TUI. Whether you join us for one of our Career Inspiration Days or as an Apprentice in Retail, Head Office or Engineering, we offer heaps of support, encouragement & progression. All we ask is you show us that you’re serious about working hard, being an important member of our team & doing whatever it takes to make our customers smile.

GKN Aerospace
GKN Aerospace

For decades, GKN Aerospace technologies have inspired and industrialised the aerospace industry, combining engineering excellence and technology leadership. Today we are truly global, with 18,000 employees in 50 manufacturing locations in 15 countries around the world. All major aircraft and engine manufacturers rely on our advanced technologies. Our aerostructures, engine systems and special products improve the performance of more than 100,000 flights every day. By working closely together with universities, knowledge institutes, suppliers and customers, we lead the industry in developing new technology to improve aircraft efficiency: lowering aircraft cost, weight and emissions.

Leonardo
Leonardo

Leonardo is one of the UK's leading aerospace companies and one of the biggest suppliers of defence and security equipment to the UK MoD, making a significant contribution to the UK economy with revenues of over £2bn, around 50% of which are in export. With our products, services and integrated solutions, Leonardo covers every possible operating scenario: air, land, sea, space and cyberspace. We invest in technologies that can benefit both military and civilian markets, developing dual-use and multi-functional systems for a variety of applications.

Why become a Cornerstone Employer?

  • Support the growth of your local economy and give back to your community.

  • Work with, and learn from, like-minded employers across various sectors.

  • Take a needs-based approach and direct resources where support is most needed.

  • Increase your organisation’s understanding of the world of education and the needs of young people.

  • Diversify your talent pipeline and support social mobility.