Naval Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education and Workforce Initiatives

The Department of the Navy (DoN) recognizes that a healthy science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) workforce is critical to meeting the Navy and Marine Corps’ greatest challenges. As such, the DoN is actively engaging in efforts to improve STEM education in the United States over the next decade.

The Naval STEM Coordination Office, located at the Office of Naval Research, under the leadership of the Chief of Naval Research as the Naval STEM Executive, serves as the central coordination and information resource for Naval STEM efforts. These efforts, located at naval commands and facilities, aim to:

  • Inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers
  • Engage students and build their STEM confidence and skills through hands-on learning activities that incorporate naval-relevant content
  • Educate students to be well prepared for employment in STEM careers that support the Navy and Marine Corps
  • Employ, retain and develop naval STEM professionals
  • Collaborate on STEM efforts across the DoN, federal government and best practice organizations.

STEM Newsletter:

Download the Spring 2016 issue of the Naval STEM newsletter and email navalstem@navy.mil to subscribe:

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