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Ready to do more than just graduate? STEM Equip is your roadmap to a standout career in STEM. We know college is about more than classes—it’s about building a future.
Our program helps you connect what you learn in the classroom to the skills you'll actually use on the job, all while building a powerful network of peers and professionals. Join us and turn your passion for STEM into a career you'll love.
Scheduled Start: January 2026
Scheduled Start: January 2026
Year One - Focus: Building essential life and career-prep skills
Year Two - Focus: Bridging school and the workforce
Year Three - Focus: Launching into the workforce and early-career survival
Year Four - Focus: Long-term career ownership and strategic thinking
Commitments:
Commitments:
Participate in at least 4 of 5 large group sessions
Sessions are through Google Classroom and Zoom
Live Attendance: We highly encourage you to participate in-person for the best networking and engagement.
Make-up Policy: If you are unable to attend a live session, you can complete it online by viewing the recording and finishing the assignment within 14 days of the original session date.
Completion of 3 follow-up activities
Participate in at least 1 summer mock interview session
Program Value:
Program Value:
With your investment of $45 - upon program completion, you will receive:
a printable certificate of completion
a commemorative pin
name badge recognition at the STEM Connect (National Convention)
a digital badge for LinkedIn
a network of STEM students and professionals
Offerings in 2026:
Offerings in 2026:
January
Title - Career GPS: Charting Your Course with Purpose and Power
Focus - Life design, productivity, personal agency
Breakout - Vision Board Jam Session
February
Title - Fuel Your Future from the Inside Out: Well-Being & Self-Leadership in STEM
Focus - Mental wellness, emotional intelligence, self-leadership
Breakout - Explore campus/company wellness tools; join interest-based groups
March
Title - Network with Purpose: How Volunteering Builds Your Career Capital
Focus - Social capital, personal branding through service
Breakout - “Dream Volunteer Project Lab” — design a service project that grows your network
April
Title - Money Moves: Building Financial Confidence & Career Security
Focus - Real-world finance, first-job benefits, money mindset
Breakout - Budget your first paycheck – “Give, Save, Spend” simulation
May
Title - Stand Out & Speak Up: Mastering the Interview
Focus - Storytelling, behavioral interviewing, hiring-manager insights
Breakout - Through the Manager’s Eyes – what would you look for in a candidate?
June - August
Small Group Mock Interviews
Small Group Resume Reviews
September
Interview prep with Jim H. Lee
Resume review with Larry Chan
October
Meet-up opportunity at STEM Connect
Interest in Sponsoring the Program?
Interest in Sponsoring the Program?
If you or your company are interested in supporting the next generation of STEM leaders, please reach out to Clarence Low at Clarence.Low@saseconnect.org.
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