Small steps.
Big STEM Moves.

Your next opportunity deserves a little action. Join our free 7-day challenge to refresh your résumé, show up on LinkedIn, build connections, and make your next move with confidence.

7 Days to StepUp & STEMUp

The idea

A week of doing, not just dreaming.

Small actions that make a difference in how you show up professionally.

There’s no magic formula for the next stage of your STEM journey. But seven intentional actions can help you feel more prepared for it. This challenge gives you a simple place to start.

More clarity

Know your strengths and what you offer.

Better visibility

Show your experience more confidently.

Real connections

Make space for meaningful conversations.

Your next-step plan

Leave with actions you can keep using.

The 7-day journey

Seven days. Seven moves.
All yours.

Practical challenges designed to help you build your professional toolkit, one small win at a time.

Day 01 - Know Your Value

Identify your strengths, achievements, and the value you bring.

Day 02 - LinkedIn Glow-Up

Refresh your profile to better show your skills and experience.

Day 03 - CV/Résumé Rescue

Build stronger sections that communicate your potential.

Day 04 - Network Your Way In

Start conversations and build more genuine connections.

Day 05 - Find Opportunities

Discover and track roles, scholarships, events, and more.

Day 06 - Become Visible

Talk about your work and achievements with more confidence.

Day 07 - Position Yourself

Bring it all together in a personal next-step action plan.

Keep it simple

Here's how it works.

Designed to fit around your studies, work, and everything else life brings.

Pick your cohort

Register for free and get your welcome details before the challenge begins.

Show up for your daily move

Get guided activities and worksheets by email. Plan for roughly 60 minutes each challenge day.

Connect and keep growing

Share your progress, ask questions, and connect with fellow participants in our WhatsApp community.
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Find your place

This one's for you, Sis.

Wherever you are in your STEM journey, you don’t need everything figured out before taking your next step.

STEM students

Preparing for co-ops, internships, and first opportunities.

Recent graduates

Finding your footing and getting ready for what comes next.

Early-career women in STEM

Exploring fresh directions and building professional confidence.

Upcoming cohorts

Your next chapter is calling.

Choose an upcoming session to take seven intentional steps towards your next move. Dates are subject to change.

Questions? We've got you.

Is the StepUp, STEMUp challenge really free?

Yes. You can participate in the seven-day challenge for free. Any optional additional services will be explained separately.

No. Daily challenges are shared by email and designed to be completed flexibly, with no required daily live classes or final live meeting.

We recommend around 60 minutes per challenge day to work through the activity and record your progress.

No. The challenge is open to eligible participants whether or not you’re already part of the community.

A little action goes a long way

Less overthinking.
More STEM-upping.