With advanced technology and large language models shaping the future of STEM, it’s evident that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is here to stay. Perficient believes that educating the next generation of leaders about AI concepts is vital. Today, we’re thrilled to share that Perficient has received an Innovation in Philanthropy Award from the St. Louis Business […]
Posts Tagged ‘STEM Education’
Perficient Publishes the 2023 Community Impact Report
Learn How We’re Empowering Change Across the Globe We have the best and brightest colleagues at Perficient who each share a common goal – making a positive impact on the world. Whether large or small, the differences we make instill a sense of camaraderie, pride, passion, and drive to build a brighter future for the […]
Perficient Successfully Partners with Mark Cuban Foundation to Host AI Bootcamps in Four Cities
Perficient had the honor of collaborating with the Mark Cuban Foundation for a third year to host impactful Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bootcamps for high school students in Dallas, Houston, Detroit, and St. Louis. Our colleagues have a strong passion for making a difference in their communities, and partnering with the Mark Cuban foundation to advance […]
Perficient’s Culture Embraces Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Perficient is an award-winning workplace that attracts and retains incredible talent from around the world. And while Perficient prioritizes the professional development of our colleagues through Growth for Everyone, building a supportive and diverse culture where every person feels comfortable, valued, and respected is equally important. As outlined in the Perficient People Promise, we believe […]
Perficient to Host AI Bootcamps in Dallas, Houston, Detroit, & St. Louis with Mark Cuban Foundation
Perficient is excited to announce the expansion of our collaboration with the Mark Cuban Foundation to host free Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bootcamps for high school students in Dallas, Houston, Detroit, and St. Louis. The AI Bootcamp training sessions hosted by Perficient will introduce students to the concepts of AI through educational seminars, interactive lessons, and […]
Rallying the Next Generation of Robotics Leaders with FIRST Inspires & Perficient’s Techie Masters
In honor of National Robotics Week on April 8-16, Perficient reaffirms our commitment to inspire people of all ages and genders to pursue careers in robotics and other STEM fields. We previously discussed how our partnership with the Brazilian robot building team, RioBotz, and their BattleBots competitor, Minotaur, allows us to interact with STEM enthusiasts […]
Perficient Expands its Bright Paths Program to Dallas
Our Sixth Program Cohort is Now Accepting Applications – Apply Today! At Perficient, we believe innovation is best achieved when every perspective is considered. That’s why we’re taking steps to educate and create employment opportunities within our communities. Created almost two years ago, our award-winning Bright Paths Program is advancing STEM education and career opportunities […]
Perficient Colleagues Get to Know FIRST® Inspires
Perficient and our global colleagues share a commitment to give back to our communities and advance STEM education. Those two themes merged during a recent event hosted by the Perficient Giving Employee Resource Group (ERG) with representatives from FIRST® Inspires (FIRST), one of the eight organizations Perficient is supporting through our charitable match program, Perficient […]
Four Pieces of Advice to Incoming Bright Paths Students
Hear advice from five Bright Paths Program graduates, now Perficient colleagues. Our Bright Paths Program is designed to advance STEM education and career opportunities for underrepresented constituencies and communities while closing the gap in the technology industry. The program is currently accepting applications for the next two cohorts in Detroit and Minneapolis, with qualified program […]
Three Bright Paths Graduates Explain Why They Applied to the Program
Interested in a career in tech? Consider applying to Perficient’s Bright Paths Program. At Perficient, we’re committed to bringing more diverse insights and skillsets into the conversation to drive true innovation forward. Our Bright Paths Program is designed to advance STEM education and career opportunities for underrepresented constituencies and communities while closing the gap in […]
Perficient’s Fighting Robot Minotaur Competes in BattleBots World Championship
BattleBots, the most popular robot fighting competition in the world, is a fusion of science and sport, and Perficient’s partnership with RioBotz and their BattleBots competitor, “Minotaur” allows us to interact with STEM enthusiasts and tomorrow’s tech talent, today. Some of the best brains in the world build these bots, and this group of makers, […]
3 Ways Perficient’s Minotaur Brings Our Colleagues Together
What’s it like to work at Perficient? Rewarding, inspiring, collaborative, and oftentimes just flat-out FUN. There are always countless ways to connect with colleagues. One of the things that’s brought us all together lately: our favorite fighting robot, Perficient’s Minotaur. We’ve proudly partnered with the Brazilian-based fighting robot builder team, RioBotz, and their BattleBots competitor […]