Find your first STEM directions in 14 questions

Question 1 of 14

Starting a complicated task

When a task feels messy, I usually organize the rules, steps, or information before trying solutions.

Question 2 of 14

Looking behind a claim

When I see a claim based on numbers or an experiment, I wonder how strong the evidence really is.

Question 3 of 14

Learning by building

I stay engaged when I can build, connect, repair, or test a physical object.

Question 4 of 14

Noticing people's experience

I notice when a space, tool, or service is confusing, uncomfortable, or difficult for people to use.

Question 5 of 14

A free afternoon

You can try one unfamiliar activity. Which would you start first?

Question 6 of 14

A prototype is hard to use

A team prototype works poorly. Which part would you most want to improve?

Question 7 of 14

A difficult article

Which topic would you be most likely to finish reading even when it becomes difficult?

Question 8 of 14

A community problem

A community wants to reduce wasted water and energy. Which contribution attracts you most?

Question 9 of 14

An unexpected result

A project gives a surprising result. Which next step feels most natural?

Question 10 of 14

A health-support tool

A team is creating a tool that supports health decisions. Which question would you choose?

Question 11 of 14

A satisfying result

After several hours of work, which result would feel most satisfying?

Question 12 of 14

Equal prestige and difficulty

These projects have equal prestige and difficulty. Which would you choose?

Question 13 of 14

Projects you would choose

Rank these projects from most to least appealing.

Use each rank once. 1 = most appealing.

Question 14 of 14

Questions you would pursue

Rank these questions by how much you would like to pursue them.

Use each rank once. 1 = most appealing.