Business Details
STEM Career Exploration Resources for Students
Start-Engineering has dedicated itself to transforming STEM education for students from elementary through high school levels. Our team combines decades of expertise in educational publishing and outreach to create engaging, accessible resources that demystify complex career paths in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Through innovative formats like poetry-driven narratives and interactive workbooks, we provide educators, counselors, and families with tools to inspire students toward future-ready careers. Our partnerships with leading academic institutions and industry organizations validate our approach to making STEM fields inclusive and accessible for diverse learners.With customized solutions for both domestic and international audiences, we maintain rigorous quality standards while adapting content to meet evolving educational needs. Our leadership team brings extensive experience from prestigious organizations like the American Society for Engineering Education and National Science Foundation programs, ensuring our materials remain at the forefront of career awareness initiatives.
Services
STEM Career Guides
Customized Publications
Teacher Resources
International Adaptations
Engineering Workbooks
Cybersecurity Education
AI Career Programs
Biotechnology Materials
Data Science Guides
K-12 Outreach Programs
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of combined experience in STEM education publishing
- Our materials are used by leading universities and government agencies
- We provide customized educational solutions with branded content options
- Our team includes former National Science Foundation program directors
- We maintain partnerships with the American Society for Engineering Education
Services
STEM Career Guides
Our comprehensive guides explore STEM career pathways through engaging narratives and real-world examples. Each publication combines industry insights with educational requirements, helping students understand opportunities in emerging fields while providing educators with classroom-ready materials.
Customized Publications
We offer tailored educational materials with customizable elements for institutional partners. This includes branded covers and organization-specific messaging, enabling schools and corporations to distribute resources aligned with their outreach objectives while maintaining educational integrity.
Teacher Resources
Our Teacher's Guides provide over 70 pages of structured activities and lesson plans. These resources help educators implement our publications effectively, with age-appropriate exercises that reinforce STEM concepts through hands-on learning experiences aligned with national education standards.
International Adaptations
We adapt digital publications for international markets through localized terminology, regional data integration, and language translation services. This ensures educational institutions worldwide can implement our career awareness materials while maintaining cultural relevance and contextual accuracy.
K-12 Outreach Programs
Our outreach initiatives combine print resources with interactive learning experiences. Programs include the Cyber Career Awareness Program and bilingual engineering guides, designed to engage students through age-appropriate content while providing educators with comprehensive implementation frameworks.
People
Robert F. Black
CEO and Founder
Former Deputy Executive Director of ASEE with 15+ years leading educational initiatives. Developed award-winning publications including Engineering Go For It magazine. Holds advanced degrees from University of Wisconsin and UC Berkeley.
Stacie Harrison
Creative Director
Award-winning art director with experience at Washington Post and Saveur magazine. Led design of educational materials reaching over 2 million students. Holds communications and economics degrees from University of Virginia.
Eric Iversen
Vice President, Learning and Communications
25-year learning expert who established ASEE's K-12 Engineering Center. Directed NSF fellowship programs and developed online learning initiatives increasing user engagement by 400% at Universal Service Administrative Company.
Corinna Wu
Editor and Writer
Science journalist with Knight Science Journalism Fellowship from MIT. Former editor of Engineering Go For It magazine. Holds advanced degrees in materials science and science communication from Stanford and UC Santa Cruz.
Catherine P. Lincoln
Senior Editor
Experienced editor with legal background specializing in educational materials. Graduate of Smith College and Washington University School of Law. Focuses on making complex information accessible and engaging for young audiences.
Questions
What age groups do your materials target?
Our resources cater to students from pre-kindergarten through high school, with specialized content tailored to different developmental stages.
Can educational institutions customize your publications?
Yes, we offer customization options including branded covers and organization-specific content inserts for bulk purchasers.
Which STEM fields do you cover?
We focus on five key areas: artificial intelligence, biotechnology, cybersecurity, data science, and traditional engineering disciplines.
Do you provide teacher support materials?
Yes, our Teacher's Guides include over 70 pages of activities and lesson plans aligned with our core publications.
Are your resources available internationally?
We offer digital publication adaptations for international markets including localized terminology and regional data.
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