Engineering remains one of the most male-dominated fields in STEM, with women comprising only 14 percent of engineers in the U.S. workforce. Studies show that it is a problem of attrition, or what some experts call a “leaky pipeline.” Women are less likely to complete their program of study in engineering, and once they graduate, many find it difficult to establish longevity in the field. An estimated 40 percent of women leave engineering by midcareer.

October 31, 2016 ・ From Diverse