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Expanding opportunities in fusion
9 Mar 2026
To mark International Women’s Day, ITER staff held a discussion on careers in science and engineering, with several employees sharing their professional experiences and career paths.
Seven women from the ITER workforce share their professional experiences on stage.
In recent years, ITER has introduced expanded policies aimed at improving recruitment and career development, and between 2022 and 2025 the proportion of female applicants increased from 12% to 23%, while the share of women among new hires rose from 14% to 26%. Data presented at the event also indicated strong promotion and retention rates among women in professional roles.