The world is changing faster than ever and STEAM fields are constantly merging, creating exciting new career paths for our students.

This means a significant portion of students today will likely enter careers that haven’t been invented yet, as such it’s crucial to equip them with the skills and knowledge they need to navigate this dynamic landscape.

This newsletter dives into the hottest STEAM careers emerging right now, and the critical skills students need to thrive in them.

Let’s go! 🤖

Sarah Abji-Endicott

Digital Media Academy CPO/CMO
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-mae/

The Future of Work: Exploring the Exciting World of STEAM Careers

The Evolving Job Market:

The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2023 predicts that a quarter of jobs will change within the next five years! This means we need to prepare students to be adaptable and lifelong learners. This opens doors to exciting STEAM careers like:

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) Specialists: As AI continues to revolutionize various sectors, careers like AI engineers, data scientists, and machine learning specialists will be in high demand.
  • Biotechnology Engineers: With advancements in bioengineering and genomics, exciting opportunities exist in developing new medications, personalized medicine, and sustainable health solutions.
  • Environmental Engineers: Addressing climate change and environmental challenges will require skilled environmental engineers who can design sustainable infrastructure and develop renewable energy solutions. ♻️
  • Robotics Engineers: The rise of robotics across industries creates opportunities for robot designers, programmers, and specialists in robotics maintenance and repair.
  • VR/AR Developers: The growing popularity of virtual and augmented reality opens doors for careers in designing, developing, and implementing these technologies across various fields like education, entertainment, and healthcare.

Thriving STEAM Careers: High Growth and Exciting Opportunities

These emerging STEAM careers not only offer exciting prospects but also align with projected growth trends. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), STEM occupations are projected to grow at a much faster rate (10.8%) compared to the average projected growth for all occupations (2.3%) over the next decade.

Here are some exciting High-Growth STEAM Careers from the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook (2022-32):

  • Wind turbine service technicians (45% Growth Rate)
  • Data scientists (35% Growth Ra