‘Globally Responsible Careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics’ (GRC-STEM) – will help the growing number of job-seekers looking for employment with organisations that prioritise sustainable and ethical concerns.
This online resource asks each individual a series of questions concerning:
- Their personal requirements from a career and considering their interests in science and technology;
- The type of work they are interested in; and
- Their ethical concerns, bearing in mind the global issues that face society.
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The 17 Sustainable Development Goals are used as the key ‘Issues’ of global responsibility, and personal reflection on these identifies how important each are to the individual. These are then linked to a range of careers paths within GRC-STEM.
From this assessment the job-seeker can compile a set of personal ‘Career Principles’. These encompass what is important to the individual when contemplating a Globally Responsible Career in STEM, for example: What job options will I consider? What is my responsibility? What would I / would I not compromise on?
GRC-STEM also provides case studies of inspirational careers to demonstrate some of the options available that can lead to success.
All these resources are available on the SGR website and are free to access for individuals reflecting on their career choices, educators at all levels, and professional careers advisors. They can be used online – and can also be downloaded as pdfs – for use in one-to-one careers sessions, assemblies or careers events.