Breaking into the marine industry can be a complex journey, with no one-size-fits-all path. This moderated panel features several early-career professionals from Oceaneering who will share their unique experiences and the diverse routes that led them to their current roles. From discovering robotics in first grade to finding a passion for STEM later in life; the panelists will explore how they became interested in STEM, perused college educations, and how the MATE ROV Competition and Oceaneering internships helped shape their careers.