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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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34 Manufacturing Events Found

Jun 3

Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing Systems Workshop

AI in Manufacturing Systems Workshop as part of June 2026 Committee Week
Hyatt Regency Dallas
Free
6/3/26
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Jun 8

Hands-on Pulp and Paper Manufacturing Workshop - June 2026

This hands-on, laboratory-based introductory workshop provides a broad overview of basic concepts in pulp and paper manufacturing, including pulping, bleaching, chemical recovery, recycling, papermaking and converting. Course consists of morning presentations and afternoon hands-on laboratory and pilot-plant exercises. Participants will run pilot plant paper machines and conduct various lab experiments. Limited to 42 participants for maximum effectiveness. Registration coming soon.
NC State University
$2,000.00 - Regi...
6/8/26
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Jun 8

STEM CAMP (GSMP) - IC-STEM Innovation Collaboration Camp

IC-STEM Camp (Innovation Collaboration) empowers Texas youth to explore STEM careers through hands-on activities including Robotics, faculty-led sessions, industry partner workshops, and the Rube Goldberg Challenge. Students explore six major Texas industry clusters: advanced manufacturing, biotechnology, energy, aerospace, IT, and more. This is a commuter-only camp for rising 9th-12th graders running June 8-12, 2026, with daily schedule from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Administered by the Texas Workforce Commission.
Lamar University
Free - Grant fun...
6/8/26
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Jun 8

3D Printing: Design, Create, and Print Your Own Projects (Ages 8-11)

Step into the exciting world of 3D printing! In this hands-on summer camp, you'll explore the history and evolution of 3D printing technology and discover how it's shaping industries today. Youth will learn the basics of CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software to create simple 3D models, prepare files for printing, and understand the workflow from design to finished product. You'll also learn how to find free, ready-to-print files online and gain practical experience by printing your own parts to take home. We'll cover the different types of 3D printers available on the market, their features, and the costs associated with owning and operating them. By the end of camp, you'll have the skills to design, source, and print your own creations--perfect for hobbyists, future engineers, and innovators! 4 sessions running Monday-Thursday from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Parents must register using child's name and date of birth. Waiver required before first class.
MCC McAvoy Center
$249.00 - Tuitio...
6/8/26
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Jun 8

3D Printing: Design, Create, and Print Your Own Projects (Ages 8-11)

Step into the exciting world of 3D printing! In this hands-on summer camp, you'll explore the history and evolution of 3D printing technology and discover how it's shaping industries today. Youth will learn the basics of CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software to create simple 3D models, prepare files for printing, and understand the workflow from design to finished product. You'll also learn how to find free, ready-to-print files online and gain practical experience by printing your own parts to take home. We'll cover the different types of 3D printers available on the market, their features, and the costs associated with owning and operating them. By the end of camp, you'll have the skills to design, source, and print your own creations--perfect for hobbyists, future engineers, and innovators! 4 sessions running Monday through Thursday from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM.
MCC McAvoy Center
$249.00 - Tuitio...
6/8/26
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Jun 8

3D Printing: Design, Create, and Print Your Own Projects (Ages 8-11)

Step into the exciting world of 3D printing! In this hands-on summer camp, you'll explore the history and evolution of 3D printing technology and discover how it's shaping industries today. Youth will learn the basics of CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software to create simple 3D models, prepare files for printing, and understand the workflow from design to finished product. You'll also learn how to find free, ready-to-print files online and gain practical experience by printing your own parts to take home. We'll cover the different types of 3D printers available on the market, their features, and the costs associated with owning and operating them. By the end of camp, you'll have the skills to design, source, and print your own creations--perfect for hobbyists, future engineers, and innovators! 4 sessions running Monday-Thursday, June 8-11, 2026.
MCC McAvoy Center
$249.00 - Tuitio...
6/8/26
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Jun 15

Understanding Manufacturing and Technology Camp 2026

This camp is designed to introduce students to the exciting world of manufacturing technologies, including 3D printing, laser cutting and machining. Students at UMT Summer Camp will also have the opportunity to build and take home their own 3D printer!
Gannon University
$700.00 - Camp F...
6/15/26
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Jun 21

METAL Bootcamp: Casting Your Future - Session 1

A hands-on week-long program for students grades 9-11 exploring metallurgy and metal manufacturing with Michigan Tech's Materials Science and Engineering Department. Students learn metal casting and forging, blending cutting-edge technology with traditional metalworking. Participants create unique products and gain skills in design, engineering, and metalworking. Requires U.S. citizenship verification.
Michigan Technological University
Available at no...
6/21/26
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Jun 21

INSPIRE at NCSSM-Morganton

INSPIRE program taking place June 21-26, 2026. Application portal opens January 6, 2026 and closes March 5, 2026. Acceptance decisions emailed April 6, 2026. Includes mentorship opportunities at various sites including Burke County Emergency Communications, Catawba Valley Medical Center, Epic Games, and NIIMBL BioLOGIC.
NCSSM-Morganton
Free
6/21/26
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Jun 22

Makerspace Intensive Program - Week 1

Intensive week-long program for rising 10th-12th grade students focused on design and making. Students work on multi-day projects using laser cutters, 3D printers, and other digital fabrication tools. Participants will showcase finished projects and take them home. Includes ideation, design, and build processes with experienced peer mentors.
UNC BeAM Makerspace Network, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
$1,100.00 - Per...
6/22/26
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Jun 22

KICK Careers: Intro to CNC Machining and Welding

Teens ages 12-16 will explore the world of machining and fabrication as they learn the basics of CNC machining and welding. Gain insight into the skills and safety practices used in today's advanced manufacturing careers. During the final session, you will combine your new skills to build a project to take home, showcasing your introduction to fabrication. This is an excellent hands-on opportunity for teens interested in exploring future pathways in skilled trades and technology. 3 sessions running Monday-Wednesday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Students should wear leather shoes, long pants and long-sleeved shirts. Please bring a water bottle. Room 014. Course number: CLYO-5005, ID: 158089. 1.44 CEUs.
Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa
$250.30 - Tuitio...
6/22/26
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Jun 22

MAKERS I: Design and Rapid Prototyping Camp

Week-long camp introducing students to 3D design software, 3D printers, and laser cutters. Students will learn Computer-Aided Design (CAD), work on mousetrap car projects, and gain hands-on experience with additive and subtractive manufacturing. Scholarships available with April 1 deadline. Partnership with Vermont 4-H.
College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, University of Vermont
$500.00 - exclud...
6/22/26
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Jun 22

KICK Careers: Intro to CNC Machining and Welding

Teens ages 12-16 will explore the world of machining and fabrication as they learn the basics of CNC machining and welding. Gain insight into the skills and safety practices used in today's advanced manufacturing careers. During the final session, you will combine your new skills to build a project to take home, showcasing your introduction to fabrication. This is an excellent hands-on opportunity for teens interested in exploring future pathways in skilled trades and technology. Course runs 3 sessions weekly (Mon, Tue, Wed) from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, June 22-24, 2026. Students should wear leather shoes, long pants and long-sleeved shirts are required. Please bring a water bottle. CEUs: 1.44.
Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa
$250.30 - Tuitio...
6/22/26
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Jun 22

KICK Careers: Intro to CNC Machining and Welding

Teens ages 12-16 will explore the world of machining and fabrication as they learn the basics of CNC machining and welding. Gain insight into the skills and safety practices used in today's advanced manufacturing careers. During the final session, you will combine your new skills to build a project to take home, showcasing your introduction to fabrication. This is an excellent hands-on opportunity for teens interested in exploring future pathways in skilled trades and technology. 3 sessions running Monday through Wednesday from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Students must wear leather shoes, long pants and long-sleeved shirts. Please bring a water bottle. Room: 014. Course number: CLYO-5005, ID: 158089. CEUs: 1.44.
Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa
$250.30 - Tuitio...
6/22/26
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Jun 25

Philadelphia Job Fair June 25, 2026 - Philadelphia Career Fairs

Join us at the highly anticipated Philadelphia Job Fair! Meet face-to-face with decision-making hiring managers from leading companies. This event features multiple industries including Technology, Information Technology, Engineering, Biotechnology, Aerospace, Chemical, Electronics, Green Technology, Manufacturing, Medical Devices & Supplies, Pharmaceutical, Computer, Telecommunications, Energy, and many more STEM-related fields. Job seekers can start arriving 30 minutes before the event starts.
Courtyard Philadelphia City Avenue
Free for job see...
6/25/26
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Jul 6

STEM CAMP (GSMP) - IC-STEM Innovation Collaboration Camp

IC-STEM Camp (Innovation Collaboration) empowers Texas youth to explore STEM careers through hands-on activities including Robotics, faculty-led sessions, industry partner workshops, and the Rube Goldberg Challenge. Students explore six major Texas industry clusters: advanced manufacturing, biotechnology, energy, aerospace, IT, and more. This is a commuter-only camp for rising 6th-8th graders running July 6-10, 2026, with daily schedule from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Administered by the Texas Workforce Commission.
Lamar University
Free - Grant fun...
7/6/26
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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...
7/6/26
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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...
7/6/26
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Jul 12

METAL Bootcamp: Casting Your Future - Session 2

A hands-on week-long program for students grades 9-11 exploring metallurgy and metal manufacturing with Michigan Tech's Materials Science and Engineering Department. Students learn metal casting and forging, blending cutting-edge technology with traditional metalworking. Participants create unique products and gain skills in design, engineering, and metalworking. Requires U.S. citizenship verification.
Michigan Technological University
Available at no...
7/12/26
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Jul 12

AMC B.O.T. Loft Robotics Camp - Session #1

Six-day residential robotics experience for high school students (Ages 13-18). Campers train hands-on with industry-grade collaborative robotics in a small-cohort setting and work toward earning the Universal Robots Educational Robotics Training - Core (ERT-C) credential. Session runs July 12th - 18th.
AMC B.O.T. Loft
$1,950.00 - One-...
7/12/26
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Jul 12

Drones: Design Print Take Flight Summer Camp

Learn the essentials of polymer 3D printing, designing in TinkerCAD, creating print-ready files, troubleshooting, and seeing how it drives real-world manufacturing. You will assemble and fly drones in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and gear up for a challenge at the end of camp! Activities include mastering basics of polymer 3D printing, going from idea to object design in TinkerCAD, learning how 3D printing powers real-world manufacturing, discovering how 3D printing is being utilized for modern small drone design, and flying and operating small drones. In partnership with Missouri S&T, this camp's curriculum has been created by For the Win Robotics, with generous financial support provided by America Makes.
Missouri University of Science and Technology
$375.00 - Regist...
7/12/26
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Jul 13

Makerspace Intensive Program - Week 4

Intensive week-long program for rising 10th-12th grade students focused on design and making. Students work on multi-day projects using laser cutters, 3D printers, and other digital fabrication tools. Participants will showcase finished projects and take them home. Includes ideation, design, and build processes with experienced peer mentors.
UNC BeAM Makerspace Network, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
$1,100.00 - Per...
7/13/26
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Jul 13

3D Printing: Design, Create, and Print Your Own Projects (Ages 8-11)

Step into the exciting world of 3D printing! In this hands-on summer camp, you'll explore the history and evolution of 3D printing technology and discover how it's shaping industries today. Youth will learn the basics of CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software to create simple 3D models, prepare files for printing, and understand the workflow from design to finished product. You'll also learn how to find free, ready-to-print files online and gain practical experience by printing your own parts to take home. We'll cover the different types of 3D printers available on the market, their features, and the costs associated with owning and operating them. By the end of camp, you'll have the skills to design, source, and print your own creations--perfect for hobbyists, future engineers, and innovators! 4 sessions running Monday-Thursday. Parents must register using child's name and date of birth. Waiver required before first class.
Blong Technology Center (BTC)
$249.00 - Tuitio...
7/13/26
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Jul 13

3D Printing: Design, Create, and Print Your Own Projects (Ages 8-11)

Step into the exciting world of 3D printing! In this hands-on summer camp, you'll explore the history and evolution of 3D printing technology and discover how it's shaping industries today. Youth will learn the basics of CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software to create simple 3D models, prepare files for printing, and understand the workflow from design to finished product. You'll also learn how to find free, ready-to-print files online and gain practical experience by printing your own parts to take home. We'll cover the different types of 3D printers available on the market, their features, and the costs associated with owning and operating them. By the end of camp, you'll have the skills to design, source, and print your own creations--perfect for hobbyists, future engineers, and innovators! 4 sessions running Monday through Thursday.
Blong Technology Center (BTC)
$249.00 - Tuitio...
7/13/26
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Jul 19

AMC B.O.T. Loft Robotics Camp - Session #2

Six-day residential robotics experience for high school students (Ages 13-18). Campers train hands-on with industry-grade collaborative robotics in a small-cohort setting and work toward earning the Universal Robots Educational Robotics Training - Core (ERT-C) credential. Session runs July 19th - 25th.
AMC B.O.T. Loft
$1,950.00 - One-...
7/19/26
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