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YRP West Midlands: Early Career Development Event

Thu 12 Mar 2026 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM WSP Office, The Mailbox, Birmingham, B1 1RQ

YRP West Midlands: Early Career Development Event

Thu 12 Mar 2026 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM WSP Office, The Mailbox, Birmingham, B1 1RQ

Join Young Rail Professionals (YRP) and WSP for an inspiring event focused on Early Career Development and opportunities within the railway industry.

This session is ideal for school and university students, graduates, and early‑career professionals exploring career options or considering a move into engineering or rail.

What to Expect

  • Insights into varied roles across the rail sector
  • Real career stories and progression journeys
  • A look at the meaningful impact of working in rail
  • Guidance on support systems and development pathways
  • Information on courses offered by the University of Birmingham
  • Panel talks (10–15 mins each) + Q&A session

Confirmed Speakers

  • Catherine Thompson, Principal Rail Consultant, WSP
  • Louisa Andrews, Head of Digital Transformation, Network Rail
  • Mark Wedley, Senior Engineer (ETCS), Network Rail
  • Dr Krishnan Venkateswaran, Rail Programme Education Lead, University of Birmingham

Event Contact

For any queries, please contact at aditi.gupta@youngrailpro.com.

Location

WSP Office, The Mailbox, Birmingham, B1 1RQ