STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) has been, and will continue to be, a hot topic in workforce conversations. Today, we're scratching the surface on the future of STEM careers with Faith Rothberg from College Recruiter. Faith discusses just how big of a footprint these types of careers will create in both the short and long-term, and how to look at STEM with a wider lens.
It's not just about software development and rocket science, there is a little STEM in almost every type of career.
Show Notes
- What is STEM? Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
- Currently more job openings available than candidates
- 2.4 million unfilled jobs by 2018
- Seek mentors in STEM professions
- If you have moved on or out of a STEM career, don't be intimidated to reenter the field
- Start a Lean In circle (watch Sheryl Sandberg's TED Talk)
- There is a community out there, if one isn't easily accessible in your area consider reaching out to your peers to launch one
- If currently studying a STEM degree, consider:
- a part-time job during the school year
- interning during the summer
- ask professors about their experience or if they have someone in their network they would recommend to connect with
- Update your profile and engage in online communities
- Network with peers in similar study or professional circles
- Identify someone who is currently in a profession that you may be interested in and offer to take them to coffee
- Join local, state and national groups and conferences for continued professional development (eg., PHP language groups)
- When considering a post-graduate degree, evaluate whether it's required for the next (or first) stage in your career
- Consider joining a national organization (eg., National Center for Women in Technology)