Junior engineers are a great addition to any team. But like planting a seed, leaders need to provide them with the right soil and environment to flourish.
Throughout my career, I’ve helped to create environments where junior members can be the best possible version of themselves. Here I’m sharing four ways to invest in your junior engineers, from nailing the onboarding experience and creating a learning culture to supporting them with leadership and a wider network.
1. Provide an awesome welcome experience
Junior engineers should be welcomed to the team with open arms. Here are a few ways to enhance their experience:
- Meet with them before their first day, perhaps for lunch or coffee.