The world of STEM careers is an exciting one. From great progression opportunities and solid starting salaries to interesting work and lots of impact to be made, there’s plenty of reasons why Gen Z should be eager to enter the sector.
But for some employers, the benefits of a STEM career aren’t translating clearly enough to a diverse and high-quality talent pipeline.
We brought together Lily Gregory, who's studying Engineering at King's College London, with Adam Driver, Technical Talent Specialist at CFC, to gather insights into what might be putting Gen Z off applying to your STEM roles, how you can better leverage what they’re looking for – and which channels are best for doing this.
Watch the video at the bottom of this page to hear insights including:
- Work-life balance and clear career progression are crucial for Gen Z students when choosing an employer in STEM.
- Building relationships with student societies and engaging early with academic departments is key to finding the right talent.
- Social media presence, especially on LinkedIn, is vital for connecting with STEM students.
