Why it matters: Encouraging early interest in STEM is crucial for nurturing future innovators and leaders in these fields. Fifteen Johnson & Johnson employees from different sites across Switzerland volunteered their time and expertise to inspire and educate the next generation through interactive and engaging experiments.
Hands-on excitement: At our booth, we offered three exciting hands-on experiments, allowing children to experience the world of STEM in an engaging way. The kids had an unforgettable time participating in activities such as the Bonbon Laparoscopy Challenge, where they used laparoscopic tools to extract a candy in just three minutes. They also engaged in Chemistry Up Close, taking on the role of production workers conducting chemistry experiments, and had the opportunity to Fix an Artificial Bone Fracture, acting as traumatologists reattaching a broken bone with plates and screws. These activities playfully mirrored some real-life procedures of our MedTech and Innovative Medicine colleagues, inspiring young minds to explore potential careers in these dynamic fields.
I was truly impressed by the determination of the children during the experiments at tunZentralschweiz. They never gave up on achieving their results, no matter how long it took. This takeaway served as a reminder to keep going and not give up so quickly in daily challenges, for which I am very grateful!
Thank you to our volunteers: A big thank you to all the volunteers for their unwavering engagement and efforts. Their commitment to fostering a passion for STEM in young minds is truly commendable. Together, we are inspiring the next generation and opening new doors for a future filled with potential in the fields of technology and science.
Join us: Are you an aspiring talent and inspired to continue the journey with Johnson & Johnson in Switzerland? We offer various apprenticeship opportunities in the technical or scientific field. Learn more here
