In recent years, STEM, or science, technology, engineering and mathematics, has been critical to implementing effective development programs and developing innovative solutions across all sectors. As such, many career paths and opportunities have opened up in the global development sector for those with a STEM background — and demand is only expected to increase.
We sat down with Khanjan Mehta, founding director of the Humanitarian Engineering and Social Entrepreneurship Program, assistant professor of engineering design at Pennsylvania State University and editor of the book, “Solving Problems that Matter (and Getting Paid for It).”
In this exclusive Devex webinar, Mehta talks about the types of roles and organizations that require STEM-trained professionals in development, which kinds of skills, education and experience are in demand and how to apply a STEM “mindset” to a global development context.
Watch the webinar to learn what questions you should ask prospective employers, how to determine where you will provide the most impact and even what kind of salary you can expect as a STEM professional working in global development.
