STEM Women Launch Skills Workshop Series
New for 2023! We are launching a series of skills workshops themed around career confidence. These free sessions will take place virtually and will run throughout the months of January,
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STEM Women x Wates Insight Event – Case study
Targeted talent attraction through a bespoke STEM Women Virtual Event. Working in partnership with Wates, one of the largest family-owned construction, property services and development companies in the UK, STEM
Event Review – London STEM Careers Event Sponsored by Capgemini Invent – October 2022
On Wednesday 19th October, we ran our final event of 2022, the London STEM Careers Event, at the Congress Centre. Sponsored by Capgemini Invent, this event was our largest in-person
Meet the Speakers – London In-Person STEM Careers Event – October 2022
On Wednesday 19th October, we are running our final event of 2022, the London In-Person STEM Careers Event, sponsored by Capgemini Invent. Taking place at the Congress Centre in London,
Meet our Event Sponsors – Capgemini Invent
We are delighted to announce that Capgemini Invent will be sponsoring our upcoming London STEM Careers Event at the Congress Centre in London on Wednesday 19th October 2022! Ahead of
Event Review – Ireland Hybrid STEM Careers Event
On Wednesday 12th October, we ran our Ireland Hybrid STEM Careers Event, sponsored by NetApp. The event attracted 35 exhibiting employers and over 1,600 student sign ups! The event began
Meet the Speakers – Ireland Hybrid STEM Careers Event – October 2022
On Wednesday 12th October, we are running our Ireland Hybrid STEM Careers Event, sponsored by NetApp! It will take place both online on our virtual events platform, and in person
Event Review – UK Wide STEM Careers Event – October 2022
On Wednesday 5th October, we ran our UK Wide STEM Careers Event, attracting 44 exhibiting employers and over 2,000 student sign ups, our biggest number ever! The event began at
Meet our Event Sponsors – NetApp – Ireland Hybrid STEM Careers Event 2022
We are delighted to announce that NetApp will be sponsoring our upcoming Ireland Hybrid STEM Careers Event on Wednesday 12th October 2022! Ahead of the event, we caught up with
Meet the Speakers – UK Wide Virtual STEM Careers Event – October 2022
On Wednesday 5th October, we are running our UK Wide STEM Careers Event! Taking place on our virtual events platform, this event is perfect for students and graduates studying a
Event Review – Benelux Region STEM Careers Event – September 2022
On Wednesday 28th September, we ran our online Benelux Region STEM Careers Event, attracting 14 exhibiting employers and 539 student sign ups! Our attendees and employers were based across the
Meet our Event Sponsors – Booking.com – Benelux Region STEM Careers Event 2022
We are delighted to announce that Booking.com will be sponsoring our upcoming Benelux Region STEM Careers Event on Wednesday 28th September 2022! Ahead of the event, we caught up with
Women in STEM Statistics
For years women have been underrepresented in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) university courses and occupations. Using UCAS data from HESA and findings from WISE campaigns, we wanted to
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2022 with Our Partnered Employers!
Happy International Women’s Day! We wanted to celebrate by giving our community a run down of some of the exciting things our partnered employers have organised both externally and internally.
Career Progression Key to Achieving a More Gender Balanced STEM Workforce
A recent study conducted by WISE has found that women in STEM jobs value career progression and shared values very highly in organisations they look to work for. The report
STEM Women Release Updated Whitepaper Revealing New Insights into How to Attract More Women into STEM Roles
For the third year running, we have compiled an in-depth Whitepaper that explores students’ and graduates’ attitudes towards gender issues that are prevalent within STEM. This new report uses data
New study suggests STEM gender stereotypes begin as young as age six
According to a new study, the perception that boys are more interested in STEM subjects like engineering and computer science begins as early as age six. The study carried out
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Graduate recruitment events aren’t just for large companies, in fact, start-ups and SMEs can benefit hugely from careers fairs like STEM Women events. From improving brand awareness, to establishing an
Women in Cyber Security – Solving the Gender Imbalance in Cyber
In the UK and across the world cyber security is one of the fastest growing industries and shows no signs of slowing down. Every day cyber criminals are innovating and
Research has shown that imposter syndrome can actually be an advantage
Have you ever experienced imposter syndrome? Well, you’re not alone, research by the International Journal of Behavioural Science has revealed that more than 70% of people are affected by workplace
The Importance of Gender-Neutral Language in the Workplace
At some point in our working lives we have all probably used gendered words in the workplace. No matter how well-intentioned you may be, there are so many deeply ingrained
Celebrating Pride Month with STEM Women
To celebrate Pride Month, we wanted to highlight the amazing events, initiatives, courses and webinars that some of our regular STEM Women clients have organised to support the LGBTQ+ community
Women’s pioneering stories from history could encourage more young women to consider engineering
The IET recently published an interesting article, written by Polly Osborne, an electrical engineer specialising in whole energy system consulting and sustainability, which highlighted the importance of shining a brighter
Women in STEM USA Statistics
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STEM Women Launch Skills Workshop Series
New for 2023! We are launching a series of skills workshops themed around career confidence. These free sessions will take place virtually and will run throughout the months of January,
How to boost your productivity as a student
When studying at university, it can be hard to stay productive. Even if you attend all of your lectures, spend hours in the library and set out time to study,
How to write the perfect elevator pitch
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Join us at our Benelux Region STEM Careers Event, Sponsored by Accenture
On Wednesday 27th October, we are hosting our Benelux Region STEM Careers Event, sponsored by Accenture. This event is targeted towards students and recent graduates who identify as female or
Must Read Books for Women in Tech
In the UK, women account for just 17 per cent of workers in the tech sector, with the proportion of women working as system designers and IT business analysts falling
Best Films and TV to Inspire Women in STEM
It can be difficult to find inspiring women in STEM on the big screen, and on television. However, representation of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics has improved over
Our Top 12 Tips on Starting a New Job Remotely
Entering the world of work after graduating from university can be a scary prospect, but with the added prospect of starting your new job remotely due to the pandemic, 2020
Sign up to the STEM Women Newsletter and Be the First to Hear About Exclusive Graduate Events and Opportunities!
Looking for your dream graduate role within a STEM industry? At STEM Women, we host graduate careers events featuring top companies across the UK, Ireland, Europe and Australia. Our events
WIN one of FIVE free copies of Behind the Enigma in our Bloomsbury book giveaway!
STEM Women have partnered with Bloomsbury books to offer you a chance to win a free copy of their latest publication, Behind the Enigma. The book tells the fascinating history
Inspiring Women in STEM Posters
At STEM Women, we love learning and getting inspired by some of the amazing things women achieve in STEM industries. Recently a female empowerment podcast, Nevertheless, commissioned eight female artists
Top Women in STEM TED Talks and Podcasts
Inspring STEM talks and podcasts We are always looking to provide new resources to our communities. We are creating a list of TED talks and podcasts that come highly reccomended
New research shows companies with female leaders outperform those dominated by men
A new report released by the House of Commons has revealed that companies with a higher percentage of female leaders, outperform those dominated by men. The research states that women
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2022 with Our Partnered Employers!
Happy International Women’s Day! We wanted to celebrate by giving our community a run down of some of the exciting things our partnered employers have organised both externally and internally.
Career Progression Key to Achieving a More Gender Balanced STEM Workforce
A recent study conducted by WISE has found that women in STEM jobs value career progression and shared values very highly in organisations they look to work for. The report
Gender Pay Gap Has Seen ‘Barely Any Change’ For the Past 25 Years, New Report finds
A report by The Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS) has found that over the past 25 years, the gender pay gap has seen little change once the increases in women’s
The Importance of Gender-Neutral Language in the Workplace
At some point in our working lives we have all probably used gendered words in the workplace. No matter how well-intentioned you may be, there are so many deeply ingrained
Celebrating Pride Month with STEM Women
To celebrate Pride Month, we wanted to highlight the amazing events, initiatives, courses and webinars that some of our regular STEM Women clients have organised to support the LGBTQ+ community
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The Gender Pay Gap in STEM
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Women in Financial Services: The Case for Gender Diversity
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The Language Women Use in the Workplace and What it Means
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Celebrating International Women’s Day 2021 with Some Amazing Initiatives from our Partnered Employers
Happy International Women’s Day! We wanted to celebrate by giving our community a run down of some of the exciting things our partnered employers have organised both externally and internally.
STEM Women Sponsor the AAGE Recruitment Conference Gala Dinner in Melbourne!
We had an amazing time at the AAGE Conference in Melbourne last month! It was fantastic to meet so many great people and introduce STEM Women to our client base
We are Gala Dinner Sponsors at the AAGE Graduate Recruitment & Development Conference!
We are delighted to announce that we will be Gala Dinner Sponsors at the upcoming AAGE Graduate Recruitment & Development Conference 2022. Taking place on Wednesday 26th October – Friday
We are a sponsor at the ISE Student Recruitment Conference 2022!
We are delighted to announce that we will be a sponsor at the upcoming ISE Student Recruitment Conference 2022! Taking place on the 27th and 28th June in Brighton and
New research shows companies with female leaders outperform those dominated by men
A new report released by the House of Commons has revealed that companies with a higher percentage of female leaders, outperform those dominated by men. The research states that women
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2022 with Our Partnered Employers!
Happy International Women’s Day! We wanted to celebrate by giving our community a run down of some of the exciting things our partnered employers have organised both externally and internally.
Career Progression Key to Achieving a More Gender Balanced STEM Workforce
A recent study conducted by WISE has found that women in STEM jobs value career progression and shared values very highly in organisations they look to work for. The report
Gender Pay Gap Has Seen ‘Barely Any Change’ For the Past 25 Years, New Report finds
A report by The Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS) has found that over the past 25 years, the gender pay gap has seen little change once the increases in women’s
New study suggests STEM gender stereotypes begin as young as age six
According to a new study, the perception that boys are more interested in STEM subjects like engineering and computer science begins as early as age six. The study carried out
We are headline sponsors of the ISE Diversity & Inclusion Event this November!
We are delighted to announce that we will be the headline sponsors of the upcoming ISE Diversity & Inclusion event, taking place on Wednesday 17th and Thursday 18th November 2021.
Research has shown that imposter syndrome can actually be an advantage
Have you ever experienced imposter syndrome? Well, you’re not alone, research by the International Journal of Behavioural Science has revealed that more than 70% of people are affected by workplace
Celebrating Pride Month with STEM Women
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Emma Rhodes, Head of Research and Development at Sterling, talks women and girls in science
With women underrepresented within the science, technology, engineering and math industries (STEM), here, Emma Rhodes (pictured), Head of Research and Development at Sterling Pharma, talks about her journey into a
Working at Amey – Perspectives from a Graduate and an Apprentice
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No experience? No problem! Join Kubrick and launch a career in data, AI, or technology today!
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Accenture – Empowering Female Futures in Technology Learning Experience – July 2022
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Competition Time! Win a Signed Copy of The Matter of Everything – Twelve Experiments that Changed the World, by Suzie Sheehy
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Discover a STEM career with MI5, MI6 and GCHQ
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5 Reasons Why You Should Join the Female Engineers at CityFibre and Some Top Advice on How to do it!
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STEM Women Launch Skills Workshop Series
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Emma Rhodes, Head of Research and Development at Sterling, talks women and girls in science
With women underrepresented within the science, technology, engineering and math industries (STEM), here, Emma Rhodes (pictured), Head of Research and Development at Sterling Pharma, talks about her journey into a
Women in STEM Statistics
For years women have been underrepresented in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) university courses and occupations. Using UCAS data from HESA and findings from WISE campaigns, we wanted to
Competition Time! Win a Signed Copy of The Matter of Everything – Twelve Experiments that Changed the World, by Suzie Sheehy
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What is a STEM Women Hybrid Event? (For exhibitors)
In 2022, we will be running our first ever hybrid graduate careers events! But what is a STEM Women Hybrid Event, how does it work and what packages are available?
How to boost your productivity as a student
When studying at university, it can be hard to stay productive. Even if you attend all of your lectures, spend hours in the library and set out time to study,
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2022 with Our Partnered Employers!
Happy International Women’s Day! We wanted to celebrate by giving our community a run down of some of the exciting things our partnered employers have organised both externally and internally.
How to write the perfect elevator pitch
Writing and delivering a convincing elevator pitch is a hugely useful skill that can help you secure a job, expand your professional network, or help you get a promotion! Being
Bespoke German Speaking Virtual Insight Event with VMware – Case Study
Targeted talent attraction through a bespoke STEM Women Virtual Event. Working in partnership with VMware, an innovative technology company offering digital solutions, STEM Women organised a unique virtual insight event
STEM Women Release Updated Whitepaper Revealing New Insights into How to Attract More Women into STEM Roles
For the third year running, we have compiled an in-depth Whitepaper that explores students’ and graduates’ attitudes towards gender issues that are prevalent within STEM. This new report uses data
The top transferable skills employers look for
Transferable skills have always been vital to graduate employers. They provide a key insight into how you will perform at work, communicate with your team, deal with pressures, and much
Autumn 2021 Online Event Season Review
To celebrate the end of another fantastic autumn season of events, we wanted to look back on some of the highlights! From inspiring panel sessions to insightful speaker presentations, record
Women in STEM Statistics
For years women have been underrepresented in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) university courses and occupations. Using UCAS data from HESA and findings from WISE campaigns, we wanted to
New research shows companies with female leaders outperform those dominated by men
A new report released by the House of Commons has revealed that companies with a higher percentage of female leaders, outperform those dominated by men. The research states that women
STEM Women Release Updated Whitepaper Revealing New Insights into How to Attract More Women into STEM Roles
For the third year running, we have compiled an in-depth Whitepaper that explores students’ and graduates’ attitudes towards gender issues that are prevalent within STEM. This new report uses data
Gender Pay Gap Has Seen ‘Barely Any Change’ For the Past 25 Years, New Report finds
A report by The Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS) has found that over the past 25 years, the gender pay gap has seen little change once the increases in women’s
New study suggests STEM gender stereotypes begin as young as age six
According to a new study, the perception that boys are more interested in STEM subjects like engineering and computer science begins as early as age six. The study carried out
Women in Cyber Security – Solving the Gender Imbalance in Cyber
In the UK and across the world cyber security is one of the fastest growing industries and shows no signs of slowing down. Every day cyber criminals are innovating and
Women in STEM USA Statistics
STEM-related occupations are some of the fastest-growing industries in the US and across the world. In recent decades, the STEM workforce has grown rapidly, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics
LGBTQ+ in STEM
The underrepresentation of women, racial and ethnic minorities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) has received a lot of attention over the years, however, one group who have almost
The Gender Pay Gap in STEM
Since gender pay gap reporting became mandatory for large employers (over 250 staff) in 2017, the average gender pay gap for full time employees has steadily dropped over the years.
Women in Financial Services: The Case for Gender Diversity
Over the years, the number of women in financial services in the UK has steadily grown, with Catalyst reporting that women made up 43% of the workforce in 2019. However,
BAME Women in STEM
In 2020, women accounted for just 24% of the core STEM workforce. A recent report by WISE stated that women occupy just 16% of tech roles. However, the divides in
Women in STEM Ireland: Statistics and Key Findings
Over several years, Ireland has developed into one of the world’s leading technology hubs. With the emergence of the Silicon Docks in Dublin and a continued increase in STEM industry