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People and Community

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Advancing innovation at 3M and in our communities.

At 3M, we understand that every unique viewpoint our people bring is another lens to seek and find solutions to our customers’ toughest challenges. Our people have the opportunities to develop themselves and demonstrate the initiative and excellence that are critical to the success of the business.

We invest in our communities to increase the availability of skilled talent, and to attract and motivate employees who value working for a company that prioritizes corporate responsibility.

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    STEM Learning

    Developing the next generation of STEM and skilled trades workers.

    3M recognizes that tomorrow’s great innovators are sharpening their skills today. Through employee-powered volunteerism and charitable giving, we are giving back to our communities and helping advance opportunities in STEM and skilled trades.

    We invest in organizations and programs that improve academic outcomes and provide transformational opportunities to address skills gaps in STEM and skilled trades.

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    Our People

    Our people are a catalyst for innovation and growth.

    We believe that bringing together people who have different technical expertise, industry knowledge, mindsets, backgrounds and experiences strengthens our innovation and creates a competitive advantage.

    We maintain a work environment where all of our people are respected, supported, and encouraged to take initiative to develop and excel.

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    Community Investments

    Investing in our global communities.

    We open doors of opportunity and innovation for our people, communities and business partners globally.

    We invest in 3M communities across the globe through philanthropic giving, including cash and product donations. In 2023, we contributed more than $40 million in cash donations to community partners in addition to the impact of 3Mers’ active engagement in volunteerism.

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3M is an equal opportunity employer. 3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you need special assistance or an accommodation for a disability in order to apply for a posted position, call our Human Resources department at +1 651-318-0326.