Help Steer Your Children to Success
We all want our children to enjoy the American Dream. But unless we prepare them now for the careers of tomorrow, a ‘better life’ may always lie just beyond their reach. Current economic forecasts are clear: Some of the greatest job growth – and best compensation – will occur in scientific, engineering and advanced technology-related fields.
Jobs in these disciplines are now growing at four times the national average. Old barriers to entry are dissolving as major firms compete over limited talent pools. Greater diversity has become the workplace norm. Interdisciplinary teamwork and group problem solving are the hallmark of successful research and development projects. And excellent people skills are just as important as technical know-how for those seeking advancement.
The resource links compiled by the Junior Engineering Technical Society will help you prepare your child to prepare for a future career in engineering and technology. There is a thorough list of student competitions, financial aid information links, and hands-on learning tools.
As an important influence in the life of your child, we recommend these web resources:
A parent primer on the purpose of career exploration from the Florida Department of Education.
The National Association of Colleges and Employers recently published article, Parents Have Their Say…About Their College-Age Children's Career Decisions. It provides background research on the role of parents in career choice.
The parent guide to Exploring Interests and Goals from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education lists many activities that you can do with your children.
Review the materials that we have placed under the Education and Student Tabs. There are many resources that will help you encourage your child to consider a career in engineering.