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Apr 2
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3 Key Takeaways for Breaking Into STEM

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🎙 STEM Resources You NEED to Know! | Scholarships, Mentorships & Biotech Career Tips STEM careers can feel overwhelming—no one tells us where to start, and so many people miss out on opportunities just because they don’t know they exist!

But today, we’re breaking down game-changing resources to help you find mentorship, secure scholarships, and land jobs in STEM—whether you’re a student, career changer, or international professional.

  • Scholarships You Should Apply For (So Much Free Money!)

Most people don’t apply for scholarships because they assume they won’t qualify. But there’s so much free money out there—why not take your shot?

Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship

CIA Undergraduate Scholarship Program

BAFTX Women in STEM Scholarship

Best Fully Funded Scholarships

  • Mentorship Programs to Help You Navigate STEMHaving a mentor can make all the difference in your STEM career. If you don’t have one yet, here’s where to start:
  • Million Women Mentors FabFems MentorNet ADI Mentorship Program 🔹 Breaking into Biotech (Even Without a Biology Degree!)
  • If you’re trying to break into biotech, especially from a non-traditional background or as an international student, check out these resources:H1BGrader.com (Find biotech companies that sponsor visas)LinkedIn Jobs (Use "Visa Sponsorship" filter) MassBio Job Board (Biotech jobs in Massachusetts)


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