Volunteer

As a STEM volunteer you have the ability to influence a student’s future. Based on research and experience, we have identified four key interventions (see below) that work together to build a child’s STEM identity.

Take a moment to explore and reflect on how you can incorporate these practices into your outreach and volunteer efforts.

The formula to building a student’s STEM identity

Step 1

Engineering messages to share

Step 2

Engineering design process

Step 3

Leading STEM activities

Step 4

Be a role model

More Resources 

Even more tips and advice for how to engage students in engineering. 

 

Setting Up a Visit

Girls doing activity at Girl Day 2023 Houston SWE event

Available as a PDF or Online guide

Filled with tips for finding a partner, questions to consider, and even a short to do list.

Facilitation Tips

three children look at the camera. They have a pile of recycled products that they can build with.

Available as a PDF or Online guide

Learn how to use the engineering design process (EDP) to successfully lead students through open-ended challenges.

Talking Points

Group of girls in front of sign that says welcome engineers

Available as a PDF or Online guide

When we change how we talk about engineering, we can change what students think about engineering.

Creating Inclusive STEM Experiences

Background image is of paper dolls cut out of various colourful paper. Text reads: Creating inclusive experiences, engineering is open to everyone. DiscoverEngineering logo at the bottom.

Available as an online discussion

Hear what three STEM professionals had to say about creating spaces where students feel like they belong and the role this plays in building their STEM identity.