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Empower the Next Generation of STEM Leaders
Our Mission
To empower individuals in STEM education, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and compassion through mentorship, to promote personal fulfillment and enrich community wellbeing.
Southwest STEM Labs is committed to ensuring that every student has access to high-quality STEM education, regardless of zip code, background, or available resources.
- Mission-Driven Work
- Help close the opportunity gap and prepare students for the future.
- Collaborative Culture
- We foster a supportive, inclusive, and innovative work environment.
- Professional Growth
- Access to training, conferences, and mentorship to support your career journey.
- Equity in Action
- We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion—within our team and in the communities we serve.
We’re educators, engineers, program managers, and community builders. If you’re driven by purpose and want your work to make a difference every day, we’d love to meet you.
Openings by Type
- Full-Time Roles:
- Year-round, salaried positions with benefits. Ideal for professionals looking to grow their careers in STEM education, nonprofit management, or program development.
- Science Teacher: In-person (Detroit, MI) |[Not Currently Accepting Applications]
- Year-round, salaried positions with benefits. Ideal for professionals looking to grow their careers in STEM education, nonprofit management, or program development.
- Part-Time:
- Flexible-hour positions ideal for educators, students, or professionals contributing their expertise.
- After-School Assistant: In-person (Detroit, MI) |[View Job Description →]
- Flexible-hour positions ideal for educators, students, or professionals contributing their expertise.
- Seasonal Roles:
- Typically aligned with the academic year or summer camps. Great for college students, teachers, and those seeking short-term impact.
- Summer STEM Explorers Teaching Assistant: In-person (Detroit, MI) |[View Job Description →]
- Typically aligned with the academic year or summer camps. Great for college students, teachers, and those seeking short-term impact.
- On-Occasion Roles:
- One-time or intermittent opportunities for professionals and volunteers looking to make a difference when they can.
Don’t See the Perfect Role?
We’re always looking for talented individuals who align with our mission. Reach out or send a resume to contact@swstem.org and tell us how you’d like to contribute.
Denise Vega
Teaching Assistant
★★★★★
“As a TA and STEM Educator at SWSL, I’ve found an incredible team culture and supportive leadership that make every day rewarding. In just one year, I’ve built lasting connections, designed engaging labs for students, and gained valuable skills like teamwork, NGSS integration, and lesson planning. This is the perfect place for anyone passionate about bringing fun, innovative learning to underserved communities.”