Tips for Pursuing a STEM Career

A STEM degree can be the start of a lucrative career in our technology-driven economy. In today’s world, every job is a technology job, or at least tech-adjacent. We are all connected through the use of technology, so beginning a career in STEM could be your first step towards a successful future in today’s job marketplace.    

Below are some helpful tips for getting started in a STEM career:

Develop Stand-out Skills and Expertise

The fields of science, technology, engineering, and math all require discipline, intelligence, and drive, as these careers can be competitive and require well-honed skills. Students and graduates must have a strong foundational understanding of their field and build upon that to develop the stand-out expertise expected from professionals in these positions. Earning your degree and completing certificate training are the best ways to show your dedication and experience in the field as well as demonstrate that you have the necessary technical or management training for the job. Seeking the proper avenue for attaining this education is essential, as not all schools provide the specialized curriculum required for succeeding in these areas. For the best return on your investment and a guarantee on your marketability, Capitol is the choice to make.

Network with Peers and Mentors

Networking and meeting people is a great way to get information about your degree field. You may be surprised by what people who work in the field have to say. They can give you vital information about what it takes to forge a successful career like theirs. And you never know when you might need a recommendation from a peer or colleague. At Capitol, we offer resources to help you accomplish this. Through our industry-expert professors who work in the field and our partnerships with top companies and agencies in the DMV area, we aim to get our students into the job marketplace with the most know-how and access to networking opportunities possible. Our students and alumni are proud of their hard work, and we encourage you to network with them and ask about their time with Capitol. You will be amazed at what they have accomplished!

Work Towards A Goal

While a degree in STEM can improve your marketability in any field, it is important to develop a clear plan of action in terms of your career goals. Knowing that you want to work with NASA, for example, may steer you in the direction of astronautical engineering, which can lead anywhere from spacecraft design to computer engineering to program management. Since career paths can be so diverse within any specified field, it is important to have an idea of your end goal. Your plan does not need to be concrete from the start, but having some direction can keep you on track towards a successful career. To ensure students are on a clear path to success, Capitol offers Career Services and our professors, academic advisors, and mentors are always available to offer career advice.

To learn how Capitol can help you launch your STEM career, visit captechu.edu or contact admissions@captechu.edu.