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Your advice for working in STEM

We've gathered all our great advice pages into one simple page to help you discover what your STEM career could look like.

Learn how Bright Network members secured their STEM jobs

Read the Success Stories from Bright Network members to find out how they secured their STEM jobs, their insights into the application processes and how you can succeed too!

Explore what you can do with your STEM degree

Find out where your STEM degree can take you whether you choose to continue into a STEM career or explore non-STEM options.

Uncover more information about your STEM path

Gain insight into all areas of each sector, from the skills needed to secure your role to the salary you can expect to earn.

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Gather more insights to securing your career

Women in Technology: Three top tips for getting into the sector 

Career advice for STEM students and graduates

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Find the salary you should be earning with our Salary Calculator

Discover thousands of graduate jobs and internships

Learn the career you should follow with Bright Network’s Career Path Test

Keen to learn more about STEM careers?

Find out what you need to succeed in your STEM journey including:

  • The steps you should take to secure your career
  • Insights from women in STEM on their own career journeys
  • Advice from employers on what they’re looking for in a candidate
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