Inspire. Educate. Innovate.

From Classrooms to cutting-edge Careers. STEM South West is the bridge to your future!

STEM FOR STUDENTS

Explore Your Future.
Discover What STEM Can Offer You.

Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) are everywhere — in the phones we use, the buildings we live in, the games we play, and the discoveries shaping our future.

At STEM South West, we help students like you explore how STEM is changing the world — and how you can be part of it. Whether you’re curious about space, coding, climate change, design, or building things, there’s a place for you in STEM.

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Next Steps – Career

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Your Key Advantages

How You Can Benefit

Interactive Events

Get hands on with STEM, take part in the annual STEM South West Expo

  • Explore cutting-edge innovations like AI, robotics, and medtech
  • Discover exciting career paths that solve real-world challenges
  • Connect with industry leaders, universities, and trailblazers
  • Be inspired to make a difference

Whether you’re curious, creative, or just figuring things out — this is your chance to see how STEM can power your future

Explore the Benefits
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Explore STEM Careers & Meet Role Models

Find out what it’s really like to work in STEM.
We bring in professionals from all kinds of industries — from software engineers and architects to scientists and biomedical researchers — to share their stories and answer your questions.

  • Learn about different careers and study options
  • Discover the many pathways into STEM jobs
  • Be inspired by people who were once just like you
STEM mentors

Visit Real Workplaces

Take your STEM passion further!

Join STEM TY Challenge to get involved in a mentoring programme where you’ll work on real challenges and get support from professionals.

Ever wondered what it’s like inside a tech company, a lab or an engineering workshop? We organise visits to local businesses where you can:

  • See STEM careers in action
  • Ask questions and get behind-the-scenes insights
  • Picture yourself in future roles
STEM mentors
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Upcoming Workshops

WE’RE HERE TO HELP

Take the Next Step

Whether you’re exploring STEM for the first time or already know what you love —
we’re here to help you grow your skills, find your passion, and shape your future.

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STEM events designed for students like you

Student Focused Events

  • November 18 @ 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Cork City Hall

    STEM South West Careers and Pathways Expo 2026

    Celebrating Innovation. Connecting Futures. Inspiring the Next Generation. What is the STEM South West Careers & Pathways Expo? The STEM South West annual STEM Careers and Pathways Expo is a vibrant, full-day event that brings together students, parents, educators, and industry leaders from across the South West region to celebrate the power and [...]

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Did you Know?

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of future jobs will require STEM skills

TESTIMONIALS

Students Stories

“Attending the STEM South West Expo completely changed my view of what’s possible after school. I’d always thought science was just for people in lab coats, but the event helped me see how creative and collaborative STEM careers can be. Hearing from real engineers and tech innovators made everything feel more real—and way more exciting.”

“Now I’m actively exploring a future in environmental science. I’ve joined a local science club and even started a project on renewable energy for my Leaving Cert. STEM South West didn’t just inspire me—it gave me the tools and confidence to take the next step.”

JACK KEANE, TY STUDENT

“Before I attended the STEM South West Expo, I had never considered a career in science or technology. I enjoyed maths and biology, but I didn’t know how they connected to real jobs. That all changed when I got to meet people working in engineering and healthcare innovation. I saw real-world applications of what we learn in school, and it opened my eyes to the possibilities.”

“Thanks to STEM South West, I’m now planning to study Biomedical Engineering at university. The event gave me confidence, direction, and a genuine excitement for my future. I even connected with a mentor from a local medtech company who has been incredibly encouraging. It’s amazing how one event can change your perspective so completely.”

SARAH O’CONNELL, TY STUDENT
“Before STEM South West, I wasn’t sure what direction I wanted to take after school. I enjoyed physics but never knew how it could translate into a career. At the expo, I spoke to people working in space tech and software development, and it was like a lightbulb went on.”

“Since then, I’ve started looking into engineering apprenticeships and college courses in robotics. I also got involved in a coding initiative for teens, which has been brilliant. The event showed me that STEM isn’t just for a select few—it’s for anyone who’s curious and ready to learn.”

EMILY DUNNE, TY STUDENT
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