{"id":895,"date":"2026-09-24T16:09:27","date_gmt":"2026-09-24T20:09:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/career-development\/?post_type=tribe_events&#038;p=895"},"modified":"2026-09-24T16:09:27","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T20:09:27","slug":"beyond-the-lab-how-stem-skills-shape-communities-and-opportunity","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/career-development\/event\/beyond-the-lab-how-stem-skills-shape-communities-and-opportunity\/","title":{"rendered":"Beyond the Lab: How STEM Skills Shape Communities and Opportunity"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Think STEM careers only happen in labs or tech companies? Think again.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re studying engineering, computer science, biology, chemistry, mathematics, environmental science, healthcare, or another technical field, your skills can do more than solve technical problems &#8211; they can help solve human ones.<\/p>\n<p>Join <strong>Teach For America<\/strong> for a <strong>virtual conversation with STEM professionals<\/strong> who have applied their expertise in unexpected ways\u2014from education and healthcare to technology, public service, nonprofits, entrepreneurship, and beyond. You&#8217;ll hear how technical skills can create meaningful impact across industries while discovering new possibilities for your own career.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\uddec <strong>During this conversation, you&#8217;ll:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Explore how STEM skills translate across a wide range of careers and industries.<\/li>\n<li>Hear real stories from professionals using technical expertise to strengthen communities and expand opportunity.<\/li>\n<li>Discover how leadership and problem-solving complement technical knowledge.<\/li>\n<li>Leave with fresh ideas for how your own skills can make an impact &#8211; wherever your career takes you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfaf<strong> This conversation is a great fit if you&#8230;<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Are studying a STEM or other technical field.<\/li>\n<li>Want to make a difference through your future career.<\/li>\n<li>Are exploring internships, first jobs, graduate school, or purpose-driven career paths.<\/li>\n<li>Are curious about how your skills can create impact beyond traditional STEM roles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re exploring Teach For America or simply thinking about what&#8217;s next after graduation, you&#8217;ll leave with a broader perspective on where your STEM skills can take you\u2014and the communities they can help shape.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.teachforamerica.org\/wcc\/eh\/3686877\/lp\/5443784\/beyond-the-lab-how-stem-skills-shape-communities-and-opportunity?partnerref=handshakeeventpage\"><strong>Reserve your spot today<\/strong><\/a><strong> &#8211; we&#8217;d love to have you join us!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><i>This is a free, virtual event open to students and young professionals of all majors, experience levels, and intended career paths. 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