STEM Careers An Indispensable Guide to Opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths
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Liz Painter has an MA in Careers Education and Coaching, was a science teacher for 24 years, and led many STEM activities. She supports schools with teacher CPD and works on projects developing career-related resources for educators and young people.STEM careers like doctor, architect, games developer and pilot offer some of the most fulfilling job opportunities.
However, the broad scope of STEM, encompassing science, technology, engineering and mathematics, can feel challenging or intimidating, leading individuals to feel unsure about their abilities to succeed in these areas.
In this fully updated 2nd edition, STEM-careers expert Liz Painter helps you decide whether a STEM-related career could be right for you and, if so, how to put yourself in the best possible position to secure your dream role. Complete with unique insider insights from young people working in STEM occupations and inspiring stories about heroes in STEM, inside you will find:
- A wealth of job ideas in the various STEM sectors
- Details of academic and vocational qualifications and entry routes
- Practical advice on finding work experience, applying for jobs and building STEM skills
- Chapters dedicated to the parents, carers and teachers supporting young people on their STEM journey
With a clear and logical structure, this best-selling guide will tell you everything you need to know to plan for success in your future STEM career.
'A really practical tool for career explorers, and one with an emphasis on both broadening horizons ... and drilling into the detail of what STEM careers really look like in practice.' Chris Webb RCDP, Career Consultant and Freelance Careers Writer
An array of exciting career paths is open to those with STEM qualifications. This clear, concise handbook offers invaluable advice and practical guidance for students considering a career in STEM. It will help them weigh up their options and arm them with the tools they need to successfully navigate their way to a fulfilling career.
Contents
How to use this book
Chapter 1: What does STEM Careers mean?
Chapter 2: Is STEM for me?
Chapter 3: STEM sectors (making things)
Chapter 4: STEM sectors (helping others)
Chapter 5: Useful skills and personal qualities for STEM roles
Chapter 6: STEM qualifications - making choices
Chapter 7: Study (with work experience) STEM pathways
Chapter 8: Work (with study) STEM pathways
Chapter 9: What do STEM job adverts tell us?
Chapter 10: Preparation and planning for a STEM career
Chapter 11: For parents/carers
Chapter 12: For teachers
STEM Careers A–Z: 60 STEM job ideas
'This book is beautifully clear, accessible and enthusiastic. It will be genuinely helpful to teachers, parents and students in a myriad of ways.'
Dr Heather Earnshaw, Lecturer in Teacher Education (Physics), Edinburgh Napier University
An informative and inspiring guide to jobs in science, technology, engineering and maths for young people