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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.

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Jun 7

INnovation through Engineering Camp

Weeklong residential summer camp for rising junior and senior high school students. Intensive engineering camp experience including didactic classroom training, engineering design experiences, design challenges, team problem-solving, lean engineering concepts, CAD training, 3D printing, machine shop equipment, company tours, and evening entertainment activities. Students will live on campus and experience college life while learning engineering concepts across multiple disciplines.

E.S. Witchger School of Engineering, Marian University

$50.00 - Non-ref... $50.00 - Non-refundable deposit of $50 required. Full cost includes room & board, entertainment activities, and supplies for the entire week.

6/7/26

Sourced: https://marian.edu/school-of-engineering/innovation-summer-camp-residential-summer-camp.php 01-19-2026

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Jun 7

INnovation through Engineering Camp

Weeklong residential summer camp for rising junior and senior high school students. Intensive engineering camp experience including didactic classroom training, engineering design experiences, design challenges, team problem-solving, lean engineering concepts, CAD training, 3D printing, machine shop equipment, company tours, and evening entertainment activities. Students will live on campus and experience college life while learning engineering concepts across multiple disciplines.

$50.00 - Non-ref... $50.00 - Non-refundable deposit of $50 required. Full cost includes room & board, entertainment activities, and supplies for the entire week. In-Person Jun 7, 4:00 PM ET

Engineering Summer Camp Residential Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Mechanical Engineering Design Challenges Cad 3D Printing Indianapolis Company Tours Hands-On Learning Team Projects Innovation Problem Solving

Sourced: https://marian.edu/school-of-engineering/innovation-summer-camp-residential-summer-camp.php

01-19-2026

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Jun 15

Camp Galileo Beverly

Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of engaging K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun. Our hands-on activities and outdoor games cultivate essential skills like perseverance and creative confidence. Weekly sessions. 9am-3pm camp day. Optional extended care. Enrollments accepted through Bright Horizons. Use 26GALCHIKIDS25 for $25 off/week on future purchases.

Camp Galileo

$520.00 - $520/w... $520.00 - $520/week

6/15/26

Sourced: https://chicagokids.com/resources/detail/10874/camp-galileo 02-10-2026

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Jun 15

Camp Galileo Beverly

Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of engaging K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun. Our hands-on activities and outdoor games cultivate essential skills like perseverance and creative confidence. Weekly sessions. 9am-3pm camp day. Optional extended care. Enrollments accepted through Bright Horizons. Use 26GALCHIKIDS25 for $25 off/week on future purchases.

$520.00 - $520/w... $520.00 - $520/week In-Person Jun 15, 3:00 PM ET

Steam Innovation Design Challenges Summer Camp Hands-On Learning Creative Problem Solving

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02-10-2026

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Jun 15

Camp Galileo Evanston

Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of engaging K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun. Our hands-on activities and outdoor games cultivate essential skills like perseverance and creative confidence. Weekly sessions. 9am-3pm camp day. Optional extended care. Enrollments accepted through Bright Horizons. Use 26GALCHIKIDS25 for $25 off/week on future purchases.

Camp Galileo

$550.00 - $550/w... $550.00 - $550/week

6/15/26

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Jun 15

Camp Galileo Evanston

Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of engaging K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun. Our hands-on activities and outdoor games cultivate essential skills like perseverance and creative confidence. Weekly sessions. 9am-3pm camp day. Optional extended care. Enrollments accepted through Bright Horizons. Use 26GALCHIKIDS25 for $25 off/week on future purchases.

$550.00 - $550/w... $550.00 - $550/week In-Person Jun 15, 3:00 PM ET

Steam Innovation Design Challenges Summer Camp Hands-On Learning Creative Problem Solving

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02-10-2026

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Jun 15

Camp Galileo Glenview

Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of engaging K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun. Our hands-on activities and outdoor games cultivate essential skills like perseverance and creative confidence. Weekly sessions. 9am-3pm camp day. Optional extended care. Enrollments accepted through Bright Horizons. Use 26GALCHIKIDS25 for $25 off/week on future purchases.

Camp Galileo

$550.00 - $550/w... $550.00 - $550/week

6/15/26

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Jun 15

Camp Galileo Glenview

Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of engaging K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun. Our hands-on activities and outdoor games cultivate essential skills like perseverance and creative confidence. Weekly sessions. 9am-3pm camp day. Optional extended care. Enrollments accepted through Bright Horizons. Use 26GALCHIKIDS25 for $25 off/week on future purchases.

$550.00 - $550/w... $550.00 - $550/week In-Person Jun 15, 3:00 PM ET

Steam Innovation Design Challenges Summer Camp Hands-On Learning Creative Problem Solving

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02-10-2026

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Jun 15

Camp Galileo La Grange

Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of engaging K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun. Our hands-on activities and outdoor games cultivate essential skills like perseverance and creative confidence. Weekly sessions. 9am-3pm camp day. Optional extended care. Enrollments accepted through Bright Horizons. Use 26GALCHIKIDS25 for $25 off/week on future purchases.

Camp Galileo

$525.00 - $525/w... $525.00 - $525/week

6/15/26

Sourced: https://chicagokids.com/resources/detail/10874/camp-galileo 02-10-2026

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Jun 15

Camp Galileo La Grange

Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of engaging K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun. Our hands-on activities and outdoor games cultivate essential skills like perseverance and creative confidence. Weekly sessions. 9am-3pm camp day. Optional extended care. Enrollments accepted through Bright Horizons. Use 26GALCHIKIDS25 for $25 off/week on future purchases.

$525.00 - $525/w... $525.00 - $525/week In-Person Jun 15, 3:00 PM ET

Steam Innovation Design Challenges Summer Camp Hands-On Learning Creative Problem Solving

Sourced: https://chicagokids.com/resources/detail/10874/camp-galileo

02-10-2026

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Jun 15

Camp Galileo Arlington Heights

Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of engaging K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun. Our hands-on activities and outdoor games cultivate essential skills like perseverance and creative confidence. Weekly sessions. 9am-3pm camp day. Optional extended care. Enrollments accepted through Bright Horizons. Use 26GALCHIKIDS25 for $25 off/week on future purchases.

Camp Galileo

$520.00 - $520/w... $520.00 - $520/week

6/15/26

Sourced: https://chicagokids.com/resources/detail/10874/camp-galileo 02-10-2026

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Jun 15

Camp Galileo Arlington Heights

Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of engaging K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun. Our hands-on activities and outdoor games cultivate essential skills like perseverance and creative confidence. Weekly sessions. 9am-3pm camp day. Optional extended care. Enrollments accepted through Bright Horizons. Use 26GALCHIKIDS25 for $25 off/week on future purchases.

$520.00 - $520/w... $520.00 - $520/week In-Person Jun 15, 3:00 PM ET

Steam Innovation Design Challenges Summer Camp Hands-On Learning Creative Problem Solving

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02-10-2026

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Jun 22

Aviation Explorers Camp - New Campers (Level One)

A free two-week summer camp introducing students to the science of flight and diverse careers in aviation. Activities include hands-on flight instruction on FAA certified simulators, 30-minute discovery flights with certified instructors, aerodynamics testing through indoor skydiving or ziplining, engineering design challenges, rocket launches, aircraft mechanical school exploration, and meetings with aviation and cybersecurity experts. Camp runs Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM ET. Free transportation provided from National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC. Lunch, snacks, and transportation to activities included. Open to 6th-8th grade students during 2025-2026 school year, with preference for Title I school students or those qualifying for free/reduced lunch.

Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center

Free summer camp

6/22/26

Sourced: https://airandspace.si.edu/learn/camp 01-19-2026

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Jun 22

Aviation Explorers Camp - New Campers (Level One)

A free two-week summer camp introducing students to the science of flight and diverse careers in aviation. Activities include hands-on flight instruction on FAA certified simulators, 30-minute discovery flights with certified instructors, aerodynamics testing through indoor skydiving or ziplining, engineering design challenges, rocket launches, aircraft mechanical school exploration, and meetings with aviation and cybersecurity experts. Camp runs Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM ET. Free transportation provided from National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC. Lunch, snacks, and transportation to activities included. Open to 6th-8th grade students during 2025-2026 school year, with preference for Title I school students or those qualifying for free/reduced lunch.

Free summer camp In-Person Jun 22, 12:00 PM ET

Aviation Steam Engineering Flight Training Hands-On Learning Career Exploration Summer Camp Free Program Design Challenges Aerodynamics Rocket Launch Flight Simulator Cybersecurity

Sourced: https://airandspace.si.edu/learn/camp

01-19-2026

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Jun 29

Eco-Engineers Camp - Session 3

Did you know that prairie dogs build complex burrows with built-in air ventilation? Or that Von der Decken hornbills create an elaborate nest in the cavities of trees? In this program, campers will investigate the science and engineering that goes into animal care through unique behind-the-scenes opportunities, special animal ambassador experiences, and hands-on design challenges. By the end of the week, campers will apply their engineering skills to innovate a solution to a real-world challenge faced by our animal friends. Camp hours: 9 AM - 3 PM, Monday through Friday.

Maryland Zoo in Baltimore

$450.00 - Member... $450.00 - Member: $450, Non-member: $500. Optional aftercare $50

6/29/26

Sourced: https://marylandzoo.org/learn/summer-camp/week-long-day-camps 01-15-2026

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Jun 29

Eco-Engineers Camp - Session 3

Did you know that prairie dogs build complex burrows with built-in air ventilation? Or that Von der Decken hornbills create an elaborate nest in the cavities of trees? In this program, campers will investigate the science and engineering that goes into animal care through unique behind-the-scenes opportunities, special animal ambassador experiences, and hands-on design challenges. By the end of the week, campers will apply their engineering skills to innovate a solution to a real-world challenge faced by our animal friends. Camp hours: 9 AM - 3 PM, Monday through Friday.

$450.00 - Member... $450.00 - Member: $450, Non-member: $500. Optional aftercare $50 In-Person Jun 29, 1:00 PM ET

Engineering Animal Science Biology Design Challenges Biomimicry Conservation Innovation Week-Long

Sourced: https://marylandzoo.org/learn/summer-camp/week-long-day-camps

01-15-2026

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Jul 6

Engineering in the Modern World

Engineering challenges camp for 7th & 8th graders exploring civil, biomedical, manufacturing and environmental engineering. Activities include designing road systems, recycling trucks, understanding arthroscopic techniques, and building batteries. Available in AM (8:30-11:30am) or PM (12:30-3:30pm) sessions.

IMSA

$200.00 - Early... $200.00 - Early bird registration $200 until 3/31/2026, then $240

7/6/26

Sourced: https://imsa.edu/youth-outreach/summerimsa 02-08-2026

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Jul 6

Engineering in the Modern World

Engineering challenges camp for 7th & 8th graders exploring civil, biomedical, manufacturing and environmental engineering. Activities include designing road systems, recycling trucks, understanding arthroscopic techniques, and building batteries. Available in AM (8:30-11:30am) or PM (12:30-3:30pm) sessions.

$200.00 - Early... $200.00 - Early bird registration $200 until 3/31/2026, then $240 In-Person Jul 6, 2:30 PM ET

Engineering Civil Engineering Biomedical Engineering Environmental Engineering Manufacturing Design Challenges Hands-On Learning

Sourced: https://imsa.edu/youth-outreach/summerimsa

02-08-2026

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Jul 6

Young Innovators: Engineering the Future (Grades 5-8)

This camp introduces middle school students to core engineering disciplines through hands-on design challenges, coding, and real-world problem solving. Campers will complete a week-long Arduino robotics project and dive into 3D-printing by engineering and testing improved prototype designs for strength, flexibility, and performance. Throughout the week, students may also explore additional engineering pathways through activities such as launching model rockets or observing biomedical engineering demonstrations like mobile ultrasound technology. A highlight of the program is a field trip to Honda in Marysville. Program runs 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily from July 6-10, 2026.

Ohio State Marion, Science and Engineering Building

$185.00 - lunch... $185.00 - lunch and lab costs are included in the registration fee

7/6/26

Sourced: https://osumarion.osu.edu/engineering/summer-programs 02-11-2026

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Jul 6

Young Innovators: Engineering the Future (Grades 5-8)

This camp introduces middle school students to core engineering disciplines through hands-on design challenges, coding, and real-world problem solving. Campers will complete a week-long Arduino robotics project and dive into 3D-printing by engineering and testing improved prototype designs for strength, flexibility, and performance. Throughout the week, students may also explore additional engineering pathways through activities such as launching model rockets or observing biomedical engineering demonstrations like mobile ultrasound technology. A highlight of the program is a field trip to Honda in Marysville. Program runs 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily from July 6-10, 2026.

$185.00 - lunch... $185.00 - lunch and lab costs are included in the registration fee In-Person Jul 6, 1:00 PM ET

Engineering Robotics Arduino 3D-Printing Coding Model-Rockets Biomedical-Engineering Manufacturing Hands-On Design-Challenges Field-Trip

Sourced: https://osumarion.osu.edu/engineering/summer-programs

02-11-2026

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Jul 12

STEM for Rising 9th and 10th Graders (STEM 9/10)

A 12-day intensive STEM program for rising 9th and 10th graders (ages 13-15) featuring hands-on team research projects, experiments, and design-build challenges. Students choose from various STEM courses combining rigorous academics with laboratory/field exercises. The program includes opportunities to work with Brown graduate students and culminates in final presentations. Students receive a Digital Certificate of Completion and Course Performance Report upon successful completion. Daily schedule includes morning academics (8:30-11:20am), afternoon research projects twice per week, supervised evening activities, and structured residential life on Brown's campus.

Brown University campus

Free

7/12/26

Sourced: https://precollege.brown.edu/stem-rising 01-18-2026

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Jul 12

STEM for Rising 9th and 10th Graders (STEM 9/10)

A 12-day intensive STEM program for rising 9th and 10th graders (ages 13-15) featuring hands-on team research projects, experiments, and design-build challenges. Students choose from various STEM courses combining rigorous academics with laboratory/field exercises. The program includes opportunities to work with Brown graduate students and culminates in final presentations. Students receive a Digital Certificate of Completion and Course Performance Report upon successful completion. Daily schedule includes morning academics (8:30-11:20am), afternoon research projects twice per week, supervised evening activities, and structured residential life on Brown's campus.

Free In-Person Jul 12, 12:30 PM ET

Summer Camp Research Projects Laboratory Design Challenges Residential Program Brown University Ivy League Certificate Program Graduate Student Mentorship Academic Immersion

Sourced: https://precollege.brown.edu/stem-rising

01-18-2026

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Jul 20

Little Wild Ones - Wonder Roots LLC SUMMER 2026: Storybook- Tinkering Tales

Read it. Dream it. Build it. This week brings our favorite engineering stories to life! Inspired by books like The Little Red Fort, Rosie Revere, Engineer, and The Most Magnificent Thing, campers will take on daily design challenges. From constructing massive cardboard fortresses to inventing 'machines' in the woods, this program blends the wonderful world of storybooks with hands-on construction for the ultimate maker experience. Runs July 20-24, 2026, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Monday through Friday. Age range: 4-8 years. No adult participation required.

Wonder Roots LLC

$375.00 - Weekly... $375.00 - Weekly camp fee

7/20/26

Sourced: https://timbernook.com/program/little-wild-ones-wonder-roots-llc-2 02-13-2026

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Jul 20

Little Wild Ones - Wonder Roots LLC SUMMER 2026: Storybook- Tinkering Tales

Read it. Dream it. Build it. This week brings our favorite engineering stories to life! Inspired by books like The Little Red Fort, Rosie Revere, Engineer, and The Most Magnificent Thing, campers will take on daily design challenges. From constructing massive cardboard fortresses to inventing 'machines' in the woods, this program blends the wonderful world of storybooks with hands-on construction for the ultimate maker experience. Runs July 20-24, 2026, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Monday through Friday. Age range: 4-8 years. No adult participation required.

$375.00 - Weekly... $375.00 - Weekly camp fee In-Person Jul 20, 1:00 PM ET

Engineering Stem Education Hands-On Learning Design Challenges Construction Maker Experience Elementary Age Summer Camp Storytelling Building Timbernook

Sourced: https://timbernook.com/program/little-wild-ones-wonder-roots-llc-2

02-13-2026

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Jul 27

Aviation Explorers Camp - Returning Campers (Level Two)

Advanced level of the free two-week Aviation Explorers Camp for returning campers. Features similar hands-on aviation activities including flight instruction, discovery flights, aerodynamics testing, engineering challenges, and career exploration. Camp runs Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM ET. Free transportation provided from National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC. Lunch, snacks, and transportation to activities included. Preference given to 8th-10th grade students during 2025-2026 school year who previously attended Level One camp.

Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center

Free summer camp

7/27/26

Sourced: https://airandspace.si.edu/learn/camp 01-19-2026

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Jul 27

Aviation Explorers Camp - Returning Campers (Level Two)

Advanced level of the free two-week Aviation Explorers Camp for returning campers. Features similar hands-on aviation activities including flight instruction, discovery flights, aerodynamics testing, engineering challenges, and career exploration. Camp runs Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM ET. Free transportation provided from National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC. Lunch, snacks, and transportation to activities included. Preference given to 8th-10th grade students during 2025-2026 school year who previously attended Level One camp.

Free summer camp In-Person Jul 27, 12:00 PM ET

Aviation Steam Engineering Flight Training Hands-On Learning Career Exploration Summer Camp Free Program Design Challenges Aerodynamics Rocket Launch Flight Simulator Cybersecurity Advanced Level

Sourced: https://airandspace.si.edu/learn/camp

01-19-2026

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