Where The Jobs Are Linda Rosen Summary

"Where the Jobs Are: STEM Fields" by Linda Rosen is informative because the author provided statistical information that really made you more aware and have a better understanding of job employment data. For example, "The demand for STEM skills extends well beyond STEM-specific jobs, and the number of jobs requiring a STEM background is expected to have grown 17 percent between 2008 and 2018, far faster than the 10 percent growth projected for overall employment." Also, it may help students who are stuck on what degree to pursue. They may want to major in science, technology, engineering and mathematics because, like Rosen said, "Even in a tough economy, STEM is where the jobs are." Linda Rosen's main argument is that if you pursue a career in a field of science, technology, engineering and/or mathematics you will have a better chance of actually being employed after receiving your degree rather than unemployed, versus those with a degree in any other field. I have had some doubts once in a blue moon about switching my major, but this article has been another pro on my mental pro-con chart on why I should continue to work for an associate's degree in science for nursing. I probably will use some of this information in my essay since my desired major is in …show more content…
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