This panel will focus on new hires and graduating engineers having open lines of communication with employers. Considering the projected shortfalls in the workforce, effective communication of wants-and-needs of both the employer and employee must exist. Currently, it seems that both sides must work harder to achieve this level of communication. With this new approach, both sides can express their wants and needs for a more satisfied workforce and a better work environment.

Panelists include: Melody Bell, Assistant Secretary for Human Capital and Corporate Services, US DOE; Susan Salter, Chief, Outreach and Recruitment, US NRC; Kevin Cooper, Director, Center for Nuclear Education & Training, Indian River State College; and Gabriela Vazquez, DOE Fellow, Florida International University.