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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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5 Free Events Found

Jun 15

STEM Camp

Monday through Friday, June 15th through July 17th. 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM daily. No camp on June 19th and July 3rd. Activities include STEAM Career Exploration, Robotics & Engineering, 3-D Printing, Field trips, and Swimming. Breakfast and lunch provided daily. Transportation to localized bus stops available but not guaranteed. Priority enrollment to economically disadvantaged families. Funded by the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant and the Paula Tolliver Appalachian OHIO STEM Fund.
Ohio University Main Campus
FREE!
6/15/26
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Jul 12

BuzzCamp Middle School + Early High School (Grades 6-10)

A free, hands-on STEM experience with Gaming World theme. Week-long immersive camp including coding, creativity, campus innovation, workshops, experiments, and real-world STEM challenges. Students stay in dorms with 24/7 supervision, participate in pool parties, pizza nights, battle bot competitions, e-sports and gaming nights. Currently full with waitlist available.
New Mexico Tech
Free
7/12/26
Sourced: https://nmt.edu/buzzcamp 01-19-2026
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Jul 19

BuzzCamp Upper High School (11th-12th Graders)

A free, hands-on STEM experience with Gaming World theme for rising 11th and 12th graders. Week-long immersive camp including coding, creativity, campus innovation, workshops, experiments, and real-world STEM challenges. Students can earn college credit (1 credit hour). Students stay in dorms with 24/7 supervision, participate in pool parties, pizza nights, battle bot competitions, e-sports and gaming nights. Currently full with waitlist available.
New Mexico Tech
Free
7/19/26
Sourced: https://nmt.edu/buzzcamp 01-19-2026
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Aug 2

Exelon Foundation Boys to STEM Academy - Philadelphia

A free, week-long, residential STEM program for young men in 10th or 11th grade from the PECO and Atlantic City Electric service areas. Participants tackle hands-on STEM projects, compete in energy challenges, explore sustainability solutions, and build leadership skills. The program includes on-campus housing at Saint Joseph's University, meals, and each participant receives an iPad to keep. Applications are now closed for 2026.
Saint Joseph's University
Free to attend -...
8/2/26
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Sep 19

STEM Fest

STEM Fest is a celebration of all things science, technology, engineering and math. This free event features more than 100 exhibits, speakers, and demonstrations designed to inspire and engage guests of all ages with opportunities for STEM learning. It is one of the largest free family events in northern Illinois. The event draws about 3,500 attendees annually and includes interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, robots, drones, and educational demonstrations from NIU departments and community groups.
Northern Illinois University
Free event
9/19/26
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