Public-Sector STEM Careers: Strategy, Applications & Career Transitions

Making the leap from private-sector STEM to international organisations is one of the most rewarding career transitions. The skills are transferable, the demand is real, but the pathway is slightly different to what most technical professionals expect.

In this live session, career coach Merlijn Angad Gaur, who has 18+ years of experience hiring for STEM roles in an international organisation, shares practical, insider strategies for navigating the shift. From understanding how public-sector hiring actually works to positioning your experience for maximum impact.

What You’ll Learn:
• How to Apply — The Right Way: What a strong application to an international organisation actually looks like, what to pay attention to in your CV and cover letter.
• What to Expect in the Process: How public-sector recruitment timelines, competency-based assessments, and panel interviews work, so nothing catches you off guard.
• How to Prepare with Purpose: Practical steps to research roles, align your profile with organisational mandates, and build a compelling narrative around your private-sector STEM experience before you hit submit.
Followed by a live Q&A where you can ask Merlijn your specific questions about making the move.

The event is presented by Merlijn Angad Gaur, Career Coach. Learn more about Merlijn and Impactpool coaching services

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