The STEM Hub for Industry Networking and Exchange (S.H.I.N.E. Mentoring)
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Posted By: Niyi FADEYI on September 18, 2023 O B J E C T I V E S Navigating the STEM field can be difficult; especially if you are first generation, do not have professional connections, and/or unaware of career opportunities. The STEM Hub for Industry Networking and Exchange (S.H.I.N.E.) aims to diversify, build, and prepare the future talent pool of S.T.E.M. professionals. To do so, students from ethnic and racial minority groups are provided the tools to combat barriers of entry into biotech and pharmaceutical careers primarily through 1:1 virtual mentoring. E L I G I B I L I T Y STEM undergraduate, graduate, post doc, or early career professional (less than or equal to 3 years in your career) interested in STEM careers in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry From an underrepresented group in STEM with priority given to those of Black, Afro- Caribbean, or African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, or Native American or Alaskan native, and/or South and Southeast Asian heritage Located in the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands P R O G R A M B E N E F I T S 1. 1:1 mentoring 2. Industry Knowledge Students are paired 1:1 with a mentor to work on personalized career goals. In addition to their mentoring sessions, students attend industry-led seminars to learn and network from companies outside of the one their mentor is employed at. 3. Professional Development Through mentoring, students are able to develop and improve numerous skills like networking, interviewing, and resume development. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Niyi FADEYI
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