Pupils in Neckarbischofsheim are actively seeking employment in fields related to Mathematics, Information Technology, and Natural Sciences (MINT), as directed by their coaches on a work-finding mission.
On July 29, 2025, the Adolf-Schmitthenner-Gymnasium in Neckarbischofsheim, Germany, will play host to an enlightening event aimed at inspiring young minds to explore careers in Mathematics, Informatics, Natural Sciences, and Technology (MINT). The COACHING4FUTURE program, organised by Baden-Württemberg Foundation gGmbH, is a school-based career orientation initiative designed to bridge the skills gap in these vital industries.
The event, open to students, media, and interested parties, features interactive presentations and experimental workshops that demonstrate the practical applications of science and technology in crime investigation. The Interactive Lecture, titled "Hands-on with Technology," and the Interactive Workshop, "On the trail of the murderer with microscope and pipette," are prime examples of this approach. During these sessions, participants will engage in hands-on activities, such as solving a fictional murder case using forensic methods like hair analysis and fingerprint comparison[1][2].
The COACHING4FUTURE program is supported by the Baden-Württemberg Stiftung, the employer association SÜDWESTMETALL, and the Regionaldirektion Baden-Württemberg of the Federal Employment Agency. The initiative aims to make technical careers more accessible and appealing to school students, providing them with a better understanding of the opportunities within these fields[1].
In addition to the interactive workshops, the event includes the "Career Navigator" interest test, which helps students identify the STEM study programs and training occupations that best align with their personal strengths and inclinations. Furthermore, network companies of the program will present their training and dual study offers in the STEM field[1].
The event's focus on MINT professions is particularly significant in Baden-Württemberg, where there is a pressing need for skilled workers in industries such as handicrafts, manufacturing, research, and development, due to many upcoming retirements[1]. By exposing students to these careers early, the COACHING4FUTURE program hopes to encourage participation in MINT fields well before graduation[1].
For more information about the COACHING4FUTURE event, including high-resolution images for free editorial use, interested media are encouraged to register for the editorial visit in advance. Further details can be found on the event's official website, www.coaching4future.de[3].
[1] COACHING4FUTURE Program (n.d.) COACHING4FUTURE - Schülerorientierung in den MINT-Berufen. Retrieved from https://www.coaching4future.de/programm/ [2] COACHING4FUTURE Program (n.d.) Presse. Retrieved from https://www.coaching4future.de/programm/service/presse/ [3] COACHING4FUTURE Program (n.d.) COACHING4FUTURE - Schülerorientierung in den MINT-Berufen. Retrieved from https://www.coaching4future.de/programm/
- The interactive workshops during the COACHING4FUTURE event in July 2025 offer students a chance to learn about medical-conditions and science through practical applications, as demonstrated in the forensic crime investigation-themed workshops.
- Apart from the hands-on workshops, the COACHING4FUTURE program provides education-and-self-development opportunities for students by offering guidance towards STEM study programs and training occupations, aiming to foster learning and career growth in MINT fields.
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