A Mechanical Engineering student from Northampton College has been given the chance to impress a major employer, having earned top grades in his first year at Booth Lane.

nathaniel gets chance to shine with mahle powertrainsNathaniel Bowles, aged 16, has landed a week's work experience at MAHLE Powertrain, based in St James Mill Road, Northampton, and will have the opportunity to stake a claim to be considered for the company's coveted apprenticeship programme.

He was rewarded for his dedication and good work, which has seen him earn seven distinctions and two merits since September, results described by lecturer Neil Tobin as exceptional'.