WELLINGTON business MK Test Systems supported Court Fields School during National Apprenticeship Week by giving a talk to Year 9 students and offering advice on apprenticeships in a one-to-one question and answer session.

Software apprentice Hayden Sinclair and electronics design engineer Yassin Rostom represented the company at the event, supported by marketing manager Sally Antilles.

Court Fields careers adviser Charity Hunt said: “Hayden and Yassin came across as extremely approachable, enthusiastic and happy to share their knowledge of the sector and educational journeys.”

MK Test Systems, based at Westpark 26 business park at Chelston, designs and builds systems for testing the electrical wiring of planes, trains and other vehicles for global manufacturers such as Boeing and Airbus. It currently employs two local apprentices and is offering further opportunities later this year.

Managing director Carl Bullock said: “As a business we’re delighted to be able to open up career opportunities for young local people. The event at Court Fields will hopefully be the first of many events we support in and around Wellington, whether that’s specifically related to STEM and education or for the wider community.”