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Who Are the STEM Workers Under Age 25?

Jobs in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) often require a bachelor?s degree or higher, leaving few STEM opportunities for workers younger than 25 who shape the nation?s future workforce.

As a result, in 2021 workers between the ages of 16 and 24 made up 12.7% of total employment across all occupations but only 6.8% of all STEM workers (just under 800,000) in the United States.

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While less common, STEM opportunities for young workers without a college degree exist?? mostly technician occupations?? and are needed to meet future demand.

National STEM/STEAM Day is celebrated every year on November 8 to encourage kids to explore their interests in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math careers. And nationwide efforts are underway to attract and train young workers through registered apprenticeship programs.

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