3M Stories

The award-winning smog-reducing technology that can help improve air quality in residential neighborhoods is now available for the commercial market. SOPREMA, the global provider of...

3M believes communities should have confidence in the quality of their drinking water. To ensure that sense of confidence, we all rely on federal regulatory agencies to establish water regulations...

This past October, 3Mers Amelia Fish, Caroline Samlong and Theo Schultz journeyed to Bogota, Colombia, to participate in the 3M skills-based volunteer program 3M Impact. Since 2017, 3M has sent...

For chemistry teacher Merridith Duellman-Joly, the opportunity to work alongside 3M researchers strengthened her bond with science. As a participant of the 3M TWIST (Teachers Working in Science...

DECATUR, Ala. – Jan. 13, 2020 – 3M has announced it will begin its preparations for a preliminary soil and groundwater investigation at the City of Decatur’s former Brookhaven landfill. This...

Alessandra Chiareli, global super user network lead for Organizational Change Management at 3M, attributes changing careers 10 times in her 24 years at 3M to the professional growth opportunities...

What happens when 3M's pro bono community engagement program and an engineer rotational program collaborate? Success for a common cause. 3M Impact in a Day, 3Mgives' skills-based hackathon, and...

To increase employee empowerment and enrich communities across the globe, 3M is expanding its 2025 Sustainability Goals with a new commitment: Provide 300,000 work hours of skills-based...

To University of Houston student Diego Cabrera, #HoustonStrong is more than just a slogan. “To me, it means ‘Let’s do this.’ Let’s get up and really do something for Houston,” he said....

WATCH: NFL’s My Cause My Cleats: Kyle Rudolph Profile During Week 14 of the NFL season, hundreds of players from across the league will wear custom cleats to promote causes that matter to them...

Every year on Dec. 3, the United Nations observes the International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPWD) to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity,...

3M is made up of employees with diverse backgrounds who are united by one goal: improving lives. Though it’s a large company, this common goal creates a strong sense of community. This is one of...

How does someone package and ship something without any boxes, filler or tape? It seems impossible, but thanks to a team of 3Mers, that crazy idea has become a reality. It’s called the Scotch™...

3M has completed a preliminary investigation of a historical disposal site in Trinity, Alabama, and has submitted its report to Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) for review....

Nobel Laureates and world-leading thinkers recently gathered in Berlin to discuss the topic of health and wellbeing as part of a worldwide series called Nobel Prize Dialogue organized by Nobel Media.

Tired of being labeled a resident of “flyover country,” Minnesota entrepreneur Eric Dayton launched retail store Askov Finlayson several years ago to celebrate the region and our cold winters....

Employees at 3M are a part of an inclusive culture where they can collaborate with other curious, creative minds. Every day they have opportunities to work with people who offer diverse...

When the team at startup Nebia set out to make a more efficient shower head, they knew they wanted to design an elegant product that wouldn’t just save water. “The idea behind Nebia was to...

3M is committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all individuals feel safe, respected, valued for their unique abilities and free to be themselves. As part of this commitment, Chairman...

As the global sustainability customer and stakeholder engagement manager at 3M, Reilly Goodwin is dedicated to managing the execution of the company's sustainability strategies. She's also...

At 3M, we work to reflect the diversity of our global customers, suppliers and channel partners, and build on each employee’s abilities and backgrounds. It’s one of the reasons 3Mers feel...

Help 3M launched today Improving Lives – an integrated nationwide 3M Company brand campaign across multiple communication channels. Improving Lives tells the stories of science and innovation...

As part of Manufacturing Month, 3M's plant in Clinton, Tennessee, is hosting Walmart and the Manufacturing Institute to celebrate our shared commitment to creating jobs and investing in the...

3M has completed its previously announced acquisition of Acelity, Inc.​, and its KCI subsidiaries worldwide. Acelity is a leading global medical technology company focused on advanced wound care...

With four business groups and a wide variety of roles as options, each 3Mer has the opportunity to make and shape a career that fits their passions and expertise. It’s one of the reasons 3Mers...

As part of a thought leadership series on LinkedIn, Michael Stroik, director of 3Mgives, shares his experiences and views on select topics affecting 3M and the world. This month, he reflects on...

Every day, Ann Anaya, chief diversity officer at 3M, sees first-hand the positive impact 3Mers have on their work and community. As part of a thought leadership series on LinkedIn, Ann shares her...

Alessandra, global super user network lead for organizational change management at 3M, and her brother, Toni, have shared a lifetime of experiences together, including attending the same schools...

Coinciding with the company’s participation in Climate Week and events around the United Nations Climate Action Summit in New York City, 3M announced it will be acting on climate change through...

A young fisherman had his wish come true recently when he “ran into” his fishing idol during a family vacation in northern Minnesota. Ten-year-old Colby, the avid angler, was on Mantrap Lake...

Nobel Laureates and world-leading experts met in India Sept. 11-13 to discuss the topic “Teaching and Learning” as part of Nobel Prize Series. The three-day conference covered topics including...

3M employees work with a large network of the world’s best minds in more than 87 countries. As a corporate scientist, and 3M’s chief science advocate, Jayshree Seth is fortunate to travel...

Jennifer VanRanst knew her team’s customers wanted an online tool that would help them find structural adhesive solutions more efficiently. An outside agency had already built the wireframe for...

3M is announcing a series of company initiatives and actions related to PFAS substances, demonstrating the company’s longstanding commitment to environmental stewardship. These initiatives build...

As millions of students head back to school this season, so too will their teachers. And thanks to a strong partnership between 3M and Teach For America, some of those educators will be more than...

What does the future of 3M talent look like in manufacturing and supply chain? It looks like O2. Optimized Operations employees hail from around the world and are making big impacts in 3M plants...

At 3M, we know the innovative work our employees are doing is making a difference in the world. It’s one of the biggest reasons 3Mers love working here. Every day they see how their projects are...

How does adidas update an iconic running shoe? Put 3M on it. Literally. Inspired by their 1970s Nite Jogger – the first reflective running shoe in the industry – adidas worked with 3M to...

It’s been said that confidence is the key to success. For 18-year-old Sarah Cunniff, gaining confidence has changed the trajectory of her life. Sarah is the graduating captain of Minnesota’s...

A group born out of tragedy marks its 10-year anniversary at 3M this year, and the need that served as its impetus – supporting the families, friends and coworkers of military service members...

Science for Climate When you do an online search of the term “climate change,” you get more than 400 million results. And one of the most impactful organizations appearing in these results is...

The Intercept article from August 12th is not only factually incorrect, it fundamentally misleads readers from the purpose and significance of the Convertino et al. study. The 2010 clinical trial...

As an Application Engineering Specialist at 3M, Bridgette Shannon says every day at work is different. But that doesn’t scare her at all. As a mom of three and an avid gym-goer, Shannon is used...

If you walk around any 3M workplace, you hear people talking about the cool projects they are working on. They are excited that their work is improving lives, so it’s only fitting they would go...

Andy Combites’ FlexAbility arrangement allows him to be with his kids during the busy summer months. Making summer plans for kids can be stressful and expensive, which is why Andy Combites,...

As 3M makes Fast Company’s list of the 50 Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2019, the magazine talks with John Banovetz, senior vice president of research and development and chief technology...

Innovation is more than just a buzzword at 3M. It’s built into our culture and reflected in our products. 3Mers love having the freedom to explore and innovate, and those closest to them have...

Adapted from Fairygodboss.com. Many of us care about elevating diversity and inclusion and promoting acceptance of all people, but few have the good fortune to make it our life’s work. This is...

3M interns don’t make copies and fetch coffee. They are placed into the heart of projects that have the potential to impact future products, and eventually the world. For 3M intern Zach Ingram,...

3M is proud to have received a 100% score on the 2019 Disability Equality Index, recognizing our continued work to achieve equality and inclusion for those with disabilities. 3M’s DisAbility...