2026 Career Navigation Summit
Save the Date: September 24, 2026
A virtual, one-day experience helping early-career and career-changing STEM professionals map their next move while giving employers a front-row seat to the future of STEM talent.
We’re going live soon—are you in?
Your next move in STEM starts here.
You’re building a dynamic career in STEM and whether you’re just launching, shifting directions, or stepping into new leadership potential, you shouldn’t have to navigate it alone.
The AdaMarie Career Navigation Summit is a high-impact, one-day virtual experience designed to give early-career, rising, and career-changing STEM professionals clarity, confidence, and community as they plan their next step. At the same time, employers gain a direct connection to a motivated and future-ready talent pipeline.
This isn’t another conference. It’s a career-defining experience built for those ready to lead, learn, and thrive in STEM.
2025 Audience Snapshot
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650+ engaged professionals building skills, confidence, and networks.
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60 universities Represented – STEM talent from top programs nationwide.
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100% attended with goals of professional growth and left with greater confidence and clarity.
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100% of attendees grew more confident as the event progressed.
What to Expect in 2026
The 2026 event features a powerful lineup of scientists, engineers, recruiters, founders, researchers, hiring managers, and career experts who bring real-world insight into what it takes to grow—and thrive—in today’s STEM landscape.
Whether you're exploring your first job, preparing for a big pivot, or seeking clarity about your next step, the Summit provides actionable tools, insights, and relationships that move your career forward.
Registration opens soon.
Participants will experience:
High-energy keynotes from leading voices in STEM innovation (speaker announcements coming soon!)
Live workshops on personal branding, interviewing, leadership, and navigating early-career transitions
Recruiter-led sessions on hiring signals, resume strategy, and job market trends
Real conversations with industry experts and rising leaders
Networking and community-building with peers and employers committed to supporting STEM talent
Who the Summit Is For
Job Seekers & Career Changers
Workshops and Q&As designed for early-career and transitioning STEM pathways
New strategies you can apply immediately to your job search or professional development
Leave with clarity and confidence for the next step in your STEM career
Employers & Recruiters
High-impact visibility with a community of early-career and career-changing professionals
Recruitment opportunities through sessions, digital booths, and 1:1 chat features
Access support, brand amplification, and data insights through a partner-focused approach.
COMING SOON
Speaker announcements begin Spring 2026
Pay it Forward
Invest in the next generation of STEM leaders.
Every career is shaped by moments of support, guidance, and opportunity. Through the AdaMarie Pay It Forward Program, senior-level STEM professionals can gift an AdaMarie Professional Network membership to a student, early-career professional, or mentee who is ready for their next step.
Sponsorship Opportunities
If you’re investing in early- to mid-career STEM talent, this is the place to be.
Whether you’re hiring now or investing in long-term talent pipelines, the AdaMarie Career Navigation Summit offers unmatched ROI - combining employer branding with candidate education, giving you high-impact visibility and deeper candidate connections.
Let us tailor your summit experience to your needs.
Become a Sponsor.
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Build trust and visibility with early-career STEM professionals.
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Become a Sponsor. ✦ Build trust and visibility with early-career STEM professionals. ✦
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Smart Recruiting
Connect with a network of 25k+ early-career and rising STEM professionals
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Viral Social Reach
Amplify your reach with social media and email features
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Human Matches
Lead digital booths, 1:1 chats, and co-designed sessions
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Optimized Job Posts
Company features in job board promotions and AdaMarie newsletters
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Actionable Analytics
Drive applications, build brand trust, and grow your talent pipeline
Thank you to our 2025 Career Nav Partners
Frequently Asked Questions
For Job Seekers
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No — this is not a traditional career fair. The AdaMarie Navigator Series is a guided, 6-week experience focused on career clarity, connection, and access. Week 1 features expert-led sessions to help you sharpen your strategy and build confidence. Weeks 2–6 offer live employer info sessions where you’ll learn about real roles and hear directly from recruiting teams — with no pressure to “sell yourself” in real-time.
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Not at all. You can attend live when your schedule allows, and all sessions will be available on replay in the AdaMarie Professional Network platform.
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Yes! The Navigator is designed specifically for early-career STEM professionals — including students, recent grads, and career changers. You don’t need years of experience to benefit from the insights, connections, and opportunities shared here.
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Yes — company sessions include live Q&A and dedicated chats with recruiting or talent acquisition teams. You’ll have the chance to ask questions, get clarification on roles, and show up as your full, curious self.
For Employers
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This series is more intentional and relational. Instead of transactional resume drops or speed networking, your team gets time and space to share your culture, hiring process, and team stories — helping you attract values-aligned, informed candidates.
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You’ll connect with a diverse pool of early-career STEM professionals — many of whom have completed AdaMarie's Career Accelerator or are actively navigating their next career move with the support of our expert network.
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We offer support before, during, and after your session — including a dedicated point of contact, data on session engagement, job board metrics, and opportunities to reconnect with candidates through our network and newsletter.
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Yes! This is a great space to build brand trust, connect with future talent, and keep your pipeline warm. Our community values transparency and insight — not just active listings.