"Inspiring vocations to meet the challenges of the industry of the future"

Each of the 18 portraits featured in the exhibition serves as a reminder, if one were needed, that women have a rightful place in the industrial world, which is still overwhelmingly male-dominated. From robotics to cosmetics, biomechanics, aeronautics, and virtual reality, these young women illustrate the diversity of professions and sectors open to all engineering school graduates. However, women remain under-represented in scientific and technical careers, accounting for an average of 28% of engineering students in France. Promoting science and technology to young girls is a priority for Arts et Métiers, a leading technology school.

"Technologie, nom féminin" aims to promote the careers of passionate female engineers in order to break down stereotypes and inspire others to follow in their footsteps. This is also why the association "Elles bougent" is a partner in the project. This commitment is shared by industry, which is now seeking to increase gender diversity in its teams. Companies have realized that diversity is an essential driver of innovation.

To meet this expectation, Arts et Métiers also Arts et Métiers to offering a variety of training programs to attract a wider range of profiles and meet the aspirations of each individual. The preparatory class, the university track, and the bachelor's degree in technology are all ways to become an engineer, through initial training or work-study programs. The aim of this exhibition, with its slightly provocative title, is therefore to highlight the inspiring careers of female students and engineers Arts et Métiers are putting their talent to work in the service of innovation and societal progress. In this way, it aims to encourage young girls to embrace careers with a promising future.

These 18 women have unique personalities and backgrounds, but they share a common passion for science and technology. And they are all driven by the desire to share it.

Encouraging girls to pursue promising careers

With an average of 28% of women enrolled in engineering programs, women remain underrepresented in scientific and technical careers. As a leading technology school, Arts et Métiers therefore committed to making the promotion of science and technology among young women a priority.

The exhibition Technologie nom féminin (Technology: A Feminine Noun) aims to highlight the careers of passionate female engineers in order to break down stereotypes and inspire others to follow in their footsteps. Each of the 18 portraits on display serves as a reminder that women have a place in the industrial world. From robotics to cosmetics, biomechanics, aeronautics, and virtual reality, these young women illustrate the diversity of professions and sectors open to allArts et Métiers graduates.

Exhibition booklet: https://www.calameo.com/read/0019153547e3ebba51472

Link to photos: https://phototheque.artsetmetiers.fr/index.php?/category/374