DoD STEM’s mission is to inspire, cultivate, and develop exceptional STEM talent through a continuum of opportunities to enrich our current and future Department of Defense workforce poised to tackle evolving defense technological challenges. The vision of DoD STEM is a diverse and sustainable STEM talent pool ready to serve our Nation and evolve the Department of Defense’s competitive edge. By inspiring new and future talent in STEM fields, we are poised to prepare the next generation for the ever changing landscapes of threats that our nation may face. The Department of Defense is cultivating an environment where the United States of America is the world leader in science and technology. Critical technology areas include, but are not limited to, advanced manufacturing, robotics, artificial intelligence, and biotechnology.
