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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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38 Materials Science Events Found

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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Sourced: https://research.cnr.ncsu.edu/fbshortcourses/hands-on-workshop-for-pulp-and-paper-basics-2 01-15-2026
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Jun 8

Naval Academy Summer STEM Program - Rising 10th Graders

Week-long STEM program for rising 10th graders featuring hands-on STEM modules including reverse engineering, materials science, storm chasing design challenges, and programming. Students work with USNA midshipmen and faculty in world-class labs. Program includes Smithsonian field trip, intramurals, and closing ceremony.
United States Naval Academy
$450.00 - Progra...
6/8/26
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Sourced: https://usna.edu/Admissions/Programs/STEM.php 01-19-2026
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Jun 9

THE BATTERY SHOW EXHIBITION

Join Arkema to discover their portfolio of solutions for inside and outside the battery cell. Running from June 9-11, 2026.
The Battery Show Exhibition
Free
6/9/26
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Sourced: https://arkema.com/usa/en/united-states/headquarters/king-of-prussia-pa-hq 05-09-2026
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Jun 14

Summer Residential Engineering Camps for High School Students

Multiple week-long residential engineering camps for rising 11th and 12th graders. Students explore various engineering fields through hands-on workshops, live in university housing, and experience college life. Camps run from June 14-19, June 21-26, July 5-10, and July 12-17, 2026. Workshop topics include Agriculture Robotics, Bioprocess Engineering, Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, and many others. Application deadline February 27, 2026 with decisions March 27, 2026.
NC State University College of Engineering
$1,550.00 - Camp...
6/14/26
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Sourced: https://engr.ncsu.edu/theengineeringplace/summerprograms/hs-residential 01-15-2026
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Jun 14

UPWARDS Summer Camp 1

Residential summer camp focused on microelectronics industry, cleanroom fabrication and career opportunities. Includes CAD tutorial, cleanroom experience, semiconductor materials and processes, and fabricating/testing microelectronic devices. Joint application with C-TECH2 and WEE VT programs. Participants should be interested in electrical, computer, materials science or chemical engineering.
Virginia Tech
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6/14/26
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Sourced: https://eng.vt.edu/ceed/ceed-pre-college-programs/UPWARDS.html 02-13-2026
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Jun 15

Naval Academy Summer STEM Program - Rising 11th Graders

Week-long STEM program for rising 11th graders featuring hands-on STEM modules including reverse engineering, materials science, storm chasing design challenges, and programming. Students work with USNA midshipmen and faculty in world-class labs. Program includes Smithsonian field trip, intramurals, and closing ceremony. Note: This session runs Monday-Friday only.
United States Naval Academy
$450.00 - Progra...
6/15/26
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Sourced: https://usna.edu/Admissions/Programs/STEM.php 01-19-2026
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Jun 15

CSATS 2026 Summer Research Experience for STEM Teachers

Seven-week summer research program for middle and high school STEM teachers. Participants conduct research with university faculty for six weeks and prepare for symposium during the seventh week. Program includes $6000 stipend, professional development, and opportunity for additional $1500 stipend for classroom implementation. Requirements include 3+ years teaching experience, U.S. citizenship/permanent residency, and full-time 40-hour weekly commitment. Various research placements available in medical engineering, entomology, cellular biology, machine learning, biochemistry, environmental chemistry, and AI for materials engineering.
Penn State Harrisburg and Penn State University Park
$6000 stipend fo...
6/15/26
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Sourced: https://csats.psu.edu/overview-of-csats-programs/csats-summer-research-experience-for-stem-teachers-information-application-portal 05-10-2026
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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
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6/21/26
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Sourced: https://mtu.edu/syp/discover/pathway-programs 01-15-2026
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Jun 22

Explore@UNC Pre-College Program - Week 1

One-week on-campus pre-college program for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore college majors including Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience, Public Health, Pre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, and many other STEM and non-STEM tracks. Students choose two different tracks during the week. Program runs 9:00am-4:30pm daily, commuter only.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
$575.00 - Per st...
6/22/26
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Sourced: https://summer.unc.edu/exploreunc 01-15-2026
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Jun 22

ASM International Materials Camp

A week-long, hands-on academic day camp designed to introduce rising high school juniors and seniors to materials science and engineering. Run by graduate students from Drexel's MSE department, includes lectures, laboratory sessions, industry visit, and team design project. Activities include electron microscopy, heat treating, tensile testing, polymer synthesis, and composites. Wraps up with college admissions presentation and barbecue luncheon. Application requires transcript, recommendation letter, and personal statement.
Drexel University
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6/22/26
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Sourced: https://drexel.edu/engineering/academics/high-school-programs/materials-camp 01-16-2026
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Jun 22

Arts and Elements: A Global Fusion Camp

Celebrate creativity as a universal human language in this dynamic, hands-on summer art and science camp! Designed for students entering grades 4-6, this week-long experience explores artistic traditions from cultures around the world. Each day highlights a different region, blending studio-style artmaking with engaging scientific discovery. From Shibori indigo dyeing to Alebrije-inspired papier-mâché, students will get delightfully messy, think like scientists, and uncover the 'why' behind every color, pattern, and texture. After care available until 5:15 p.m. for $25 per day.
The College School
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6/22/26
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Sourced: https://collegeschool.udel.edu/summer 01-19-2026
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Jun 22

Arts and Elements: A Global Fusion For Grades 4-6 (June Session)

This camp celebrates art as a universal human expression, not one confined to a European lens. Each day spotlights a different region of the world, pairing traditional artistic practices with scientific exploration. Mornings focus on hands-on art projects inspired by cultural traditions. Afternoons build on those activities with scientific demonstrations or experiments tied to the same materials, techniques, geographic locations, or natural elements. Exploring activities like Shibori indigo dyeing and Alebrije-inspired papier-mâché, campers can look forward to getting messy with vibrant materials and experimenting like real scientists. They'll move between studio-style making and lively investigations, all while exploring cultures whose artistic innovations have shaped our world. Most importantly, students will experience the excitement of seeing the 'why' behind the art they create, unlocking the science hidden in every color, pattern, and texture. Daily schedule: 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., June 22-26, 2026.
The College School
$450.00 - Paymen...
6/22/26
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Sourced: https://collegeschool.udel.edu/summer/brushstrokes-beyond-for-grades-4-6 02-10-2026
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Jun 22

Exploring Chemistry - Kyran Anderson Academy

Five-day chemistry camp for rising 3rd-6th graders where students step into the role of young chemists exploring how chemistry shapes materials, food, medicines, and the environment. Through hands-on activities and experiments, students will investigate chemical reactions, test properties of substances, explore mixtures and solutions, and see how real chemists solve community problems. Activities may include creating safe personal care products, cleaning polluted water, designing stretchy materials, or exploring medicine production through age-appropriate chemistry concepts. Daily schedule: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, June 22-26, 2026.
The Science House, Cherry Building, Centennial East Campus
$225.00 - $225
6/22/26
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Sourced: https://sciencehouse.ncsu.edu/programs/kyran-anderson-academy-exploring-chemistry 02-12-2026
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Jun 22

ASM International Materials Camp

A week-long, hands-on academic day camp designed to introduce rising high school juniors and seniors to materials science and engineering. Run by graduate students from Drexel's MSE department in conjunction with ASM International Philadelphia Chapter. Includes lectures, laboratory sessions, industry visit, team design project, electron microscopy, heat treating, tensile testing, polymer synthesis, and composites work. Program concludes with college admissions presentation and barbecue luncheon with networking opportunities.
Drexel University
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6/22/26
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Sourced: https://drexel.edu/engineering/academics/high-school-programs/materials-camp 05-09-2026
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Jun 29

Explore@UNC Pre-College Program - Week 2

One-week on-campus pre-college program for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore college majors including Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience, Public Health, Pre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, and many other STEM and non-STEM tracks. Students choose two different tracks during the week. Program runs 9:00am-4:30pm daily, commuter only.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
$575.00 - Per st...
6/29/26
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Sourced: https://summer.unc.edu/exploreunc 01-15-2026
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Jun 29

Discovering Chemistry Summer Camp

Get hands on with atoms and molecules. Join us in the lab to do real chemistry that you can see, smell, touch ... and eat! This camp not only fosters a love for science but also encourages teamwork, critical thinking, and creativity. Camp activities include synthesizing pleasant-smelling molecules, experiencing chemistry with electricity, light, and heat, learning about acids and polymers, chemistry in space, solving real-world problems with scientific instruments, touring working chemistry labs, and discovering how chemistry makes ice cream better. Duration: June 29-July 2, 2026. Ages 14-18. Early registration recommended - first-come, first-served basis.
Missouri University of Science and Technology
$800.00 - includ...
6/29/26
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Sourced: https://summer.mst.edu/browse/discoveringchemistry 02-10-2026
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Jul 5

Engineering I and II

A maker culture experience featuring hands-on engineering activities including torch testing ceramics for hypersonics and space flight, glass melting, 3D printing exploration, supercapacitor creation and testing, AI optimization for renewable energy systems, and materials exploration at microscopic and atomic scales. Participants will work with world-renowned engineering faculty and interact with graduate and undergraduate researchers. Housing and meals included on campus.
Alfred University
$1,000.00 - Prog...
7/5/26
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Sourced: https://alfred.edu/about/summers-at-alfred/summer-camps/school-of-engineering.cfm 02-11-2026
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Jul 6

Explore@UNC Pre-College Program - Week 3

One-week on-campus pre-college program for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore college majors including Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience, Public Health, Pre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, and many other STEM and non-STEM tracks. Students choose two different tracks during the week. Program runs 9:00am-4:30pm daily, commuter only.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
$575.00 - Per st...
7/6/26
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Sourced: https://summer.unc.edu/exploreunc 01-15-2026
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Jul 6

UW ASM Materials Camp for High School Students

A materials science-based summer day camp featuring mini-demonstrations, field trips, extensive laboratory involvement, and hands-on learning combining applied math, physics and chemistry. Students use instruments to actively explore materials science, engineering, and biology principles. Final days include team-based intensive problem-solving under Materials Mentors guidance. Program runs 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, and 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturday. Students must be sophomores (10th grade) attending high school in greater Seattle area. Application opens February 1, 2026 with deadline March 15, 2026. Participants notified by April 1, 2026. No housing provided, students responsible for transportation, lunch not included.
University of Washington Seattle Campus
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7/6/26
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Sourced: https://mse.washington.edu/community/materialscamp-hs 02-11-2026
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Jul 6

Buckeye Engineering Institute (Grades 9-12)

Designed for high school students, this program emphasizes teamwork, advanced problem-solving, and the full engineering design process. Participants will build and program robots, experiment with electrical engineering fundamentals, and use industry-standard software for mechanical and structural design. Students will also explore materials science through a scaled-up 3D-printing challenge, engineering and testing prototype components for strength, flexibility, and performance. The week culminates in a collaborative mechanical challenge, along with an industry site visit to Honda Corporation 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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Sourced: https://osumarion.osu.edu/engineering/summer-programs 02-11-2026
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Jul 6

Penn Summer Science Initiative (PSSI) 2026

A four-week intensive materials science course from July 6-30, 2026 (Monday to Thursday) running approximately 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM daily. The course includes formal lectures from Penn faculty, materials science workshops, lab report writing seminars, projects, hands-on activities, and field trips. Students will get exposure to scanning electron and optical microscopies, thermal analysis techniques, mechanical testing, and x-ray diffraction. Applications closed. Students must have taken chemistry and/or physics courses, be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and be within daily commuting distance of Penn's campus.
Laboratory for Research on the Structure of Matter, University of Pennsylvania
FREE program spo...
7/6/26
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Sourced: https://lrsm.upenn.edu/outreach/pssi 05-10-2026
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Jul 6

Penn Summer Science Initiative (PSSI) 2026

Four-week intensive materials science course for high school juniors and seniors. Program runs Monday to Thursday from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM daily. Includes formal lectures from Penn faculty, materials science workshops, lab report writing seminars, projects, hands-on activities, and field trips. Students get exposure to scanning electron and optical microscopies, thermal analysis techniques, mechanical testing, and x-ray diffraction. Requirements: must have taken chemistry and/or physics courses, be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and be within daily commuting distance of Penn's campus. Application requires resume, report card PDF, and 2 recommendation forms.
Laboratory for Research on the Structure of Matter, University of Pennsylvania
FREE program
7/6/26
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Sourced: https://lrsm.upenn.edu/outreach/pssi 05-10-2026
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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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Sourced: https://mtu.edu/syp/discover/pathway-programs 01-15-2026
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Jul 12

Engineering I and II (Session 2)

A maker culture experience featuring hands-on engineering activities including torch testing ceramics for hypersonics and space flight, glass melting, 3D printing exploration, supercapacitor creation and testing, AI optimization for renewable energy systems, and materials exploration at microscopic and atomic scales. Participants will work with world-renowned engineering faculty and interact with graduate and undergraduate researchers. Housing and meals included on campus.
Alfred University
$1,000.00 - Prog...
7/12/26
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Sourced: https://alfred.edu/about/summers-at-alfred/summer-camps/school-of-engineering.cfm 02-11-2026
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Jul 12

UPWARDS Summer Camp 2

Residential summer camp focused on microelectronics industry, cleanroom fabrication and career opportunities. Includes CAD tutorial, cleanroom experience, semiconductor materials and processes, and fabricating/testing microelectronic devices. Joint application with C-TECH2 and WEE VT programs. Participants should be interested in electrical, computer, materials science or chemical engineering.
Virginia Tech
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7/12/26
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Sourced: https://eng.vt.edu/ceed/ceed-pre-college-programs/UPWARDS.html 02-13-2026
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