Employers and science parks
Discover where chemists work
How to use this map
Browse this map to explore UK companies and science parks across the UK and Republic of Ireland. Each organisation is listed with its website, address and industry area, sector or specialism.
Blue markers represent companies. If you are interested in finding work experience within the chemical sciences, you could use this map to find companies near you, then contact them directly to find out if they offer work experience or placements.
Yellow markers represent science parks. There are science parks all over the country that are a hub for science-using companies. If you find a science park near you and visit their website, you can often find details of the companies that are based there.
How to use this map
Browse this map to explore UK and Republic of Ireland companies and science parks. Each organisation is listed with its website, address and industry area, sector or specialism.
Please be aware that employers may not be able to offer work experience – it’s important to check with the company directly.
Blue markers represent employers. If you are interested in finding work experience within the chemical sciences, you could use this map to find employers near you, then contact them directly to find out if they offer work experience or placements.
Yellow markers represent science parks. There are science parks all over the country that are a hub for science-using companies. If you find a science park near you and visit their website, you can often find details of the companies that are based there.
Pink markers represent employers where there is a video of a chemist who works there. You can find all of the videos on the job profiles page.
Please note that this map is intended as a guide only. We can’t guarantee that the addresses and details listed on this map are 100% accurate, or that the companies listed will be able to offer work experience – it’s important to check with the company directly.
If you have any questions or would like to report any issues, please contact us.
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