Women at TfL

Women into Transport and Engineering (WiTnE)

We run Women into Transport and Engineering (WiTnE) to encourage women to consider careers in the transport and construction industries through training and work experience.

Each WiTnE programme is tailored to the specific needs of 3 to 4 industry employers.

The College of North East London delivers training of up to two weeks, covering a range of certified courses, including Level 1 health and safety and business administration, plus specific technical skills relevant to the opportunities offered.

This is followed by a minimum of two weeks' work placement with one of the participating employers.

We also work with the Department for Work and Pensions and Women into Construction to deliver overall support throughout the programme, especially with childcare and travel.

Candidates have a personal styling consultation with charity Smart Works, plus a one-to-one session with an expert interview coach. This boosts their confidence and helps them make the most of their work placements. Candidates who secure permanent positions return to Smart Works for a second styling session and receive an additional working wardrobe to last until their first pay cheque.

Candidates who are not selected to join WiTnE, or who have not secured a job at the end of the programme, are directed towards opportunities in other organisations.

We're working hard to inspire current and future generations of women at TfL. That means developing our workforce and inspiring the next generation.

We are developing the workforce by:

• attracting more women by highlighting the careers on offer
• showcasing the contributions women have made, and continue to make in the industry
• providing opportunities for personal development and progression at all levels
• establishing an industry-wide network as a legacy of continued improvement and development
• running inspirational and thought-provoking events

We are inspiring the next generation by:

• tackling the lack of understanding about what the transport industry stands for
• demonstrating why transport can be for anyone and everyone
• education, particularly of young people about the variety of roles on offer
• promoting a young people and schools engagement programme

Through development and inspiration, we hope to:

• support our industry and improve the way we respond to new challenges (including unprecedented levels of growth and development in London and across the UK)
• build our brand as the industry of choice
• contribute to London and the UK as a whole