Volunteer
Students who believe they belong in engineering are more likely to pursue it, and you can help them get there. As a volunteer, you bring the real-world connection that makes engineering feel possible.
Your Next Steps:
- Explore the four research-based practices below to learn how small moments in the classroom can build big confidence.
- Talk to students about your job: experts in the field are trusted career influencers (as important as a student’s peers). Use our outreach talking points or share the top 5 engineering messages.
- Plan an outreach event: Engineers Week is in February- the perfect time to visit a classroom or afterschool program and be a role model.
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
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More Volunteer Resources
Even more tips and advice for how to engage students in engineering.
Setting Up a Visit
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
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
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
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.