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Careers in STEM

STEM: High Tech Jobs For a High-Tech Society. Careers in STEM. “Faster aircraft, bolder video games, better medicines— technology moves forward every day. And tech-savvy workers make those advances happen.

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Careers in STEM

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  1. STEM: High Tech Jobs For a High-Tech Society Careers in STEM

  2. “Faster aircraft, bolder video games, better medicines— technology moves forward every day. And tech-savvy workers make those advances happen. Without the work of scientists, technicians, engineers, mathematicians, and other skilled workers, most new products and discoveries would never be developed.” (Terrell, 2007) Careers in STEM

  3. Employment in STEM Jobs Today, a good job is hard to find. Careers in STEM offer those good jobs. STEM (Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) are where 21st century career opportunities lie. Careers in STEM

  4. While other opportunities are shrinking and even disappearing, STEM career openings are on the rise within the United States and all over the world. Careers in STEM

  5. There are several ways to identify and count STEM occupations. Some researchers, for example, count social scientists and science managers; others include any occupation that uses science and technology. Careers in STEM

  6. The need for technical work continues to grow. Technical occupations are often defined as those related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Workers in STEM occupations use science and math to solve problems. Educational requirements for STEM occupations range from a high school diploma and on-the-job training to a Ph.D. But all require the ability to think logically. Careers in STEM

  7. STEM: Science Jobs Natural science occupations fall into three broad groups: life scientists, physical scientists, and natural science technicians. Careers in STEM • Life scientists study living systems, from organisms to ecosystems • Physical scientists study the parts of nature that are not alive. • Natural science technicians assist scientists in conducting experiments and analyzing the results.

  8. STEM: Technology Jobs Workers in information technology or computer-related occupations use logic, mathematics, and computer science to make computers function. Careers in STEM • Design and Development: software engineer, computer programmer, systems analyst, research scientist, database analyst. • End User Support: computer support specialist, systems administrator.

  9. STEM: Engineering Jobs Workers in engineering use science to solve practical problems. They design, develop, and test new products and systems. Many support jobs are also available within engineering. Careers in STEM • Engineering Specialties: Agricultural, biomedical, civil, electrical, electronics, aerospace, chemical, environmental, petroleum and mechanical engineers. • Draftersuse computers to make detailed technical drawings of products or construction projects. Engineering technicians build models, do calculations, and perform other engineering tasks. • Mapping technicians aid surveyors, cartographers, and photogrammetrists in measuring and mapping the Earth’s surface.

  10. STEM: Mathematics Jobs Many occupations use mathematics. But some occupations focus on mathematics almost exclusively. • Actuaries analyze statistical information to determine the risk of uncertain future events. • Mathematiciansdevelop new mathematical theories and tools to solve problems. • Operations research analysts use math to model the most efficient way to move materials or meet other management objectives. • Statisticianscollect, analyze, and interpret data. Careers in STEM

  11. Earnings from STEM As a group, STEM workers earned about 70 percent more than the national average in 2008. Every major group of STEM occupations enjoys overall median earnings that are above the national average. Higher than average earnings are often an indicator of strong demand for workers. Like occupations in other disciplines, STEM occupations that require more education usually pay more than those that need less. Careers in STEM

  12. STEM Educational Needs Success in STEM requires both technical and nontechnical skills and attributes. Curiosity, the ability to think logically, and creative problem-solving are highly valuable. Communication skills and teamwork are helpful, too. All STEM workers need a firm grasp of mathematics; science knowledge is also important for many of the occupations. Preparation should begin in high school, with coursework and extracurricular activities focusing on honing problem-solving skills. After high school, STEM career requirements are more specific to the occupations. Careers in STEM

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