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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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8 laboratory experience Events Found
Governor's School for the Sciences & Engineering (GSSE) 2026 Program
GSSE is a 4-week on-campus program providing advanced study, laboratory experience, research in modern science and mathematics, and an immersive college experience. All students take STEM-based courses in the morning with choice of additional STEM class. Applications open October 1, 2025. Parent verification form, counselor information and teacher recommendations due December 19, 2025. Scholars announced March 6, 2026.
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
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Full scholarships cover all tuition and fees. Partial scholarships cover portions of fees with students paying tuition. Tuition amounts vary yearly.
5/31/26
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Governor's School for the Sciences & Engineering (GSSE) 2026 Program
GSSE is a 4-week on-campus program providing advanced study, laboratory experience, research in modern science and mathematics, and an immersive college experience. All students take STEM-based courses in the morning with choice of additional STEM class. Applications open October 1, 2025. Parent verification form, counselor information and teacher recommendations due December 19, 2025. Scholars announced March 6, 2026.
Full scholarship...
Full scholarships cover all tuition and fees. Partial scholarships cover portions of fees with students paying tuition. Tuition amounts vary yearly.
In-Person
May 31, 4:00 AM ET
Stem Education
Summer Program
Research
Laboratory Experience
Science
Engineering
Mathematics
Scholarship
Tennessee
University Of Tennessee
High School
Advanced Study
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https://gsse.utk.edu/
01-15-2026
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KEYS Research Internship 2026
Seven-week summer bioscience research internship program offering hands-on experience in modern bioscience techniques, mentorship from university scientists, and opportunities to work on active research projects. Participants gain training in bioscience methods, apply classroom learning to real-world research, and build professional connections. Applications open November 3. Program runs from June 1 - July 17, 2026.
University of Arizona
Free
6/1/26
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KEYS Research Internship 2026
Seven-week summer bioscience research internship program offering hands-on experience in modern bioscience techniques, mentorship from university scientists, and opportunities to work on active research projects. Participants gain training in bioscience methods, apply classroom learning to real-world research, and build professional connections. Applications open November 3. Program runs from June 1 - July 17, 2026.
Free
In-Person
Jun 1, 2026
Bioscience
Research
Internship
Summer Program
Mentorship
Laboratory Experience
Interdisciplinary
Bio5 Institute
Arizona High School Students
Hands-On Learning
02-12-2026
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Adventures in Engineering
Do you think you have the 'knack' to be a future engineer but are not sure in which area you want to specialize? Through this adventure, you will experience different types of engineering and find out what engineers really do in mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical and biomedical engineering. Throughout the week, you'll gain a clearer picture of what it means to earn a degree in one of these fields. Your adventure will include hands-on activities and building sessions in university labs in each area of engineering so you can personally experience how each field is unique and fascinating.
University of South Carolina
$675.00 - Early...
$675.00 - Early Bird Commuter: $675, Regular Commuter: $700, Late Commuter: $750. Residential options: $1,150-$1,250. Additional $25 lab fee.
6/21/26
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21
Adventures in Engineering
Do you think you have the 'knack' to be a future engineer but are not sure in which area you want to specialize? Through this adventure, you will experience different types of engineering and find out what engineers really do in mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical and biomedical engineering. Throughout the week, you'll gain a clearer picture of what it means to earn a degree in one of these fields. Your adventure will include hands-on activities and building sessions in university labs in each area of engineering so you can personally experience how each field is unique and fascinating.
$675.00 - Early...
$675.00 - Early Bird Commuter: $675, Regular Commuter: $700, Late Commuter: $750. Residential options: $1,150-$1,250. Additional $25 lab fee.
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Jun 21, 4:00 AM ET
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STEM Camp 2026 - Week 3: Elementary/Middle STEM, VEX Robotics & High School Chem
Week-long day camp (9:00am-4:00pm) featuring STEM Camp for Elementary and Middle School Students, Vex Robotics Camp for Middle School, and Chem Camp for High School Students. Focus on chemistry laboratory experiences and VEX robot programming.
University of Kentucky
Free
6/22/26
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Jun
22
STEM Camp 2026 - Week 3: Elementary/Middle STEM, VEX Robotics & High School Chem
Week-long day camp (9:00am-4:00pm) featuring STEM Camp for Elementary and Middle School Students, Vex Robotics Camp for Middle School, and Chem Camp for High School Students. Focus on chemistry laboratory experiences and VEX robot programming.
Free
In-Person
Jun 22, 1:00 PM ET
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https://education.uky.edu/stem/camp
01-18-2026
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UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College Programs
Multi-session summer pre-college program offering various STEM courses including: Antibiotic Resistance, Building Construction & Technology, Biostatistics & Epidemiology Lab, Botanical Breakthroughs, Business Analytics, Discovering Mathematics, Entrepreneurship, Equine Science, Everyday Magic: Chemistry & Its Environmental Impact, Introduction to Programming in Python, Kinesiology, Math Puzzles for Computer Science, Modern Astronomy, Practical AI, Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Programming for Aspiring Scientists, Science Communication, Summer Engineering Institute, and more. Programs are 1-6 weeks long, residential and online options available. Session dates: June 28, July 12, July 26.
University of Massachusetts Amherst
$1,500.00 - Prog...
$1,500.00 - Program fees vary by length of program as well as format. Minimum Cost: $1,500 - $2,999
6/28/26
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28
UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College Programs
Multi-session summer pre-college program offering various STEM courses including: Antibiotic Resistance, Building Construction & Technology, Biostatistics & Epidemiology Lab, Botanical Breakthroughs, Business Analytics, Discovering Mathematics, Entrepreneurship, Equine Science, Everyday Magic: Chemistry & Its Environmental Impact, Introduction to Programming in Python, Kinesiology, Math Puzzles for Computer Science, Modern Astronomy, Practical AI, Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Programming for Aspiring Scientists, Science Communication, Summer Engineering Institute, and more. Programs are 1-6 weeks long, residential and online options available. Session dates: June 28, July 12, July 26.
$1,500.00 - Prog...
$1,500.00 - Program fees vary by length of program as well as format. Minimum Cost: $1,500 - $2,999
Hybrid
Jun 28, 2026
Summer Programs
Pre-College
Stem Education
Residential Programs
Online Programs
Computer Science
Engineering
Mathematics
Chemistry
Biology
Physics
Astronomy
Veterinary Medicine
Ai/Ml
Programming
Entrepreneurship
Biostatistics
Epidemiology
High School Students
College Preparation
Research
Laboratory Experience
02-13-2026
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Young Scientists Camp
Summer Science Camp for Students in Grades 2-9. Camp runs Monday-Friday, 8:30am-12:00pm, July 13-25, 2026. Hands-on investigations in the classroom and visits to campus resources like the Marine Lab, Shark Lab, Vertebrate Lab, Bug Lab, Science Learning Center, Japanese Gardens. Registration opens Friday, March 6, 2026, at 9:00am. An academically focused, hands-on science camp program for children entering 2nd-9th grade.
California State University, Long Beach
Free
7/13/26
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13
Young Scientists Camp
Summer Science Camp for Students in Grades 2-9. Camp runs Monday-Friday, 8:30am-12:00pm, July 13-25, 2026. Hands-on investigations in the classroom and visits to campus resources like the Marine Lab, Shark Lab, Vertebrate Lab, Bug Lab, Science Learning Center, Japanese Gardens. Registration opens Friday, March 6, 2026, at 9:00am. An academically focused, hands-on science camp program for children entering 2nd-9th grade.
Free
In-Person
Jul 13, 6:30 PM ET
Science Camp
Summer Program
Hands-On Learning
Marine Biology
Laboratory Experience
Stem Education
University Campus
California State University Long Beach
02-08-2026
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Maine SMART High School Research Session - Portland6
Week-long intensive research program focusing on algae research as part of Maine's targeted technology sectors. Students will conduct classroom-level research, gain hands-on experience with lab equipment, and interact with industry experts. Program runs Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Requires teacher evaluation form for participation confirmation. Part of the Maine-SMART NSF EPSCoR grant focusing on increasing STEM participation.
University of Southern Maine - Portland Campus, Science Building
$50.00 - Tuition...
$50.00 - Tuition waivers available upon request by contacting usmstem@maine.edu
7/27/26
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Jul
27
Maine SMART High School Research Session - Portland6
Week-long intensive research program focusing on algae research as part of Maine's targeted technology sectors. Students will conduct classroom-level research, gain hands-on experience with lab equipment, and interact with industry experts. Program runs Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Requires teacher evaluation form for participation confirmation. Part of the Maine-SMART NSF EPSCoR grant focusing on increasing STEM participation.
$50.00 - Tuition...
$50.00 - Tuition waivers available upon request by contacting usmstem@maine.edu
In-Person
Jul 27, 1:00 PM ET
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Maine SMART High School Research Session - Portland7
Week-long intensive research program focusing on algae research as part of Maine's targeted technology sectors. Participants conduct classroom-level research, gain hands-on experience with lab equipment, and interact with industry experts. Students must be academically prepared and have teacher evaluation form completed. Part of Maine-SMART NSF EPSCoR grant focusing on increasing STEM participation. Registration includes demographic data collection for grant reporting.
Science Building, University of Southern Maine-Portland
$50.00 - Tuition...
$50.00 - Tuition waivers available upon application
8/3/26
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Aug
3
Maine SMART High School Research Session - Portland7
Week-long intensive research program focusing on algae research as part of Maine's targeted technology sectors. Participants conduct classroom-level research, gain hands-on experience with lab equipment, and interact with industry experts. Students must be academically prepared and have teacher evaluation form completed. Part of Maine-SMART NSF EPSCoR grant focusing on increasing STEM participation. Registration includes demographic data collection for grant reporting.
$50.00 - Tuition...
$50.00 - Tuition waivers available upon application
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Aug 3, 1:00 PM ET
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