Newcastle STEM Women Careers Event Inspires the Next Generation at St. James’ Park

The Newcastle STEM Women Graduate Careers Event at St. James’ Park was an engaging and productive day for students, graduates, and employers alike. With 144 talented STEM students and recent graduates in attendance, the event provided a vibrant platform for networking and career insights.

Ten employers exhibited at the event on 29^th October, offering unique career pathways within STEM-related industries.

Exhibitors included:

• Accenture
• British Army
• Forfusion
• Nissan
• Oliver Wyman
• OnPath Energy
• Tombola
• VolkerStevin

These companies brought a diverse range of opportunities, from engineering and quantity surveying to computer science. Company representatives were eager to meet the attendees, answer their questions, share their organisation’s values and goals, and offer invaluable career advice. Many of the employers were actively recruiting for graduate roles, internships, and placements.

Exhibitor feedback

“It was great to speak with so many engaging individuals, curious about our company and opportunities to grow and develop.” – Jodie Finley – Emerging Talent Partner, Tombola

“Great opportunity to promote a range of graduate roles with OnPath Energy.”

“Great event. we have been genuinely impressed with the quality and calibre of attendees.” – Joanne Thomas (Marketing Manager), Forfusion

STEM Women’s first Newcastle Graduate Careers Event was a resounding success. It offered attendees a valuable blend of career insights, industry connections, and inspiration. Many participants left feeling better prepared to enter the workforce and more confident in their career choices. This event underscored the importance of supporting women in STEM and connecting graduates with companies that recognise and support their potential. For both the students and employers, it was a rewarding and worthwhile experience.

Be part of our mission

STEM Women’s early 2025 events are now live! Check out www.stemwomen.com/events to see the full list of upcoming events.

Whether you’re a student seeking to embark on your professional journey or an employer looking to tap into a diverse talent pipeline, STEM Women invites you to be a part of these fantastic opportunities.

For students seeking to register for upcoming events, visit www.stemwomen.com/events, and stay tuned for event updates on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and more.

Employers looking to showcase your brand at future events, reach out to Event Sales Manager, Lauren Jenkins, at laurenj@stemwomen.com or explore www.stemwomen.com/for-employers for more information.