Digital technologies are shaping the way we learn, work, communicate and create. Yet for many young people, the world of technology careers can still feel distant or difficult to imagine.
The activities are designed for educators and students who want to go beyond theory and explore real-world examples of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, robotics, logistics and digital innovation.
Bringing digital careers to life
One of the aims of EU Code Week is to make coding, computational thinking and digital creativity more accessible to all learners. These resources support that goal by helping students see how digital skills are used in different professional settings, from music streaming and cloud infrastructure to fulfilment centres and live conversations with technology specialists.
Through these activities, students can explore how technology supports familiar services and experiences, while also learning about the wide range of people involved in designing, building and maintaining digital systems.
Amazon Music: the jobs behind the beats
In Amazon Music – Jobs Behind the Beats, students discover how artificial intelligence, algorithms and cloud systems help people enjoy music anytime, anywhere.
The activity introduces learners to some of the technology and careers behind music streaming, helping them understand how digital skills can connect with creativity, entertainment and everyday user experiences.
Amazon Fulfilment Centre Tour
What happens after someone clicks “order”?
The Amazon Fulfilment Centre Tour gives students a behind-the-scenes look at how hardware, software and people work together to pick, pack and ship orders. The tour introduces learners to the engineering, automation and logistics systems that support large-scale operations.
It is an opportunity for students to see how technology is used in practical, real-world environments and to learn about the roles of the people who bring these systems to life.
Amazon Web Services Data Centre Tour
Cloud computing powers many of the digital tools and services we use every day, from streaming and online learning to storing information safely.
The Amazon Web Services Data Centre Tour helps students understand how cloud infrastructure works and why it matters. Learners can explore how data centres support digital services, while also being introduced to careers linked to cloud computing, data management, security and sustainability.
Virtual Class Chats
The Virtual Class Chats offer students the chance to hear directly from Amazon IT and AI specialists.
In these live virtual sessions, professionals share their career journeys, explain what working in technology can look like, and answer students’ questions in real time. These conversations can help make tech careers feel more accessible, relatable and achievable for learners from different backgrounds.
Why these activities matter
Young people are often more likely to imagine themselves in digital careers when they can see real examples, meet role models and understand how technology connects to the world around them.
These activities can help educators introduce students to digital professions in an engaging and accessible way. They also support wider conversations about inclusion, representation and equal access to digital skills, regardless of gender, background or previous experience.
By connecting classroom learning with real industry examples, Amazon Future Engineer activities during EU Code Week can help students build curiosity, confidence and awareness of future opportunities in the digital world.
Explore the activities
Educators can explore the activities on the EU Code Week map and choose the sessions that best support their learners’ interests and classroom goals.
