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TEAM BENEFITS
More Jobs
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STEM jobs are projected to grow 10.8% between 2022 and 2032, almost 4x faster than non-STEM jobs
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The U.S. will need to fill about 3.5 million jobs by 2025, but 2 million may be unfilled due to a skills gap
Higher Wages
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STEM workers earn 29% more than non-STEM co-workers
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Those with STEM degrees earn 12% more than their colleagues
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The median annual wage for all STEM occupations is $97,980 compared with $44,670 for non-STEM jobs
More Technical Skills
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Our team members develop skills in systems thinking, mechanics, electronics, sensing, programming, and even psychology and cognition
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Building robots is a big part of our team, and doing so allows hands-on experience in these areas
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Programming, marketing, and outreach all allow members to form a background in STEM-based skills, preparing them for life as an adult
Improved Interpersonal Skills
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Our team members learn the importance of communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, advanced problem solving, and persistence
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Members are grouped with fellow peers working towards a common goal
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Having fun and making friends are all part of the job!
Improved Academics
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90% of First Robotics Competition (FRC) participants plan to take more challenging math or science courses and 92% are more interested in attending college
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River Ridge High School offers seven science and engineering based classes to help involve more students