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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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64 residential program Events Found

May 31

Barrett Summer Scholars - 9th and 10th Grade Session

BSS gives motivated high school students the opportunity to experience college life while strengthening academic and leadership skills. Participants explore challenging topics, build college-ready habits, and learn what it's like to study on a university campus. Minimum GPA requirements: 9th and 10th Grade - Unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher. Program runs May 31-June 3, 2026.
ASU Tempe
$800.00 - Progra...
5/31/26
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Jun 3

2026 Discover Transportation Engineering

A 3-day, 2-night program for high school students (incoming freshman to recently graduated) to discover transportation engineering. Students will meet industry professionals, tour workplaces, and participate in engaging transportation engineering activities. Program includes on-campus activities with presentations from Felsburg Holt & Ullevig, HDR, and panel discussions, plus off-campus visits to Olsson, Nebraska Department of Transportation labs, JEO, and Benesch bridge sites. Students stay in UNL residence halls with shared bedrooms and suite-style rooms. Registration opens in February 2026.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
$30.00 - $30 app...
6/3/26
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Jun 7

2026 Summer STEM Experience - Session 1

A week-long opportunity for high school students to be a college student, earn college credit, and learn about science or engineering disciplines. Participants collaborate with fellow students, faculty, and staff. Requirements: Entering Sophomore, Junior, or Senior year of High School; minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA; completed Algebra 1. Duration: June 07-12, 2026.
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
$675.00 - All in...
6/7/26
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Jun 7

Summer Textile Exploration Program (STEP)

The Wilson College of Textiles Summer Textile Exploration Program (STEP) consists of four one-week sessions for rising high school seniors interested in learning about the textile industry, fashion, engineering, polymer science and business marketing. Students will explore marketing, engineering, design or chemistry with hands-on projects, live in residence halls, tour industry manufacturers and brands, and connect with students, alumni, faculty and staff. Four sessions available: Week 1: June 7-12, Week 2: June 14-19, Week 3: June 21-26, Week 4: July 5-10.
NC State University - Wilson College of Textiles
$450.00 - Partia...
6/7/26
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Jun 7

2026 Summer STEM Experience - Session 1

A week-long summer STEM program for high school students (upcoming sophomores, juniors, or seniors) running from June 7-12, 2026. Course options include: Autonomous Navigation and AI Robotics Image Processing, Video Game Design, Chemical Engineering: Scaling Chemical Discoveries, Electrical Engineering: Exploring renewable energy, The Anatomy of a Crime - An Intro to Forensic Science, Money Hacks: Engineering Your Financial Future, NLP for Code and Programming, and Drones. Scholarship support is available.
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
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6/7/26
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Jun 7

Engineering Scholars Program

Week-long summer program (June 7-13, 2026) to increase capacity in the STEM pipeline. Focuses on engineering career exposure. Participants can commute or reside on campus at no charge. Supported through partnerships with business or government partners.
UA Little Rock
Free to students...
6/7/26
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Jun 7

Student Science Training Program (SSTP)

A seven-week residential research program for students entering grade 12 (at least 16 years old) considering careers in science, medicine, math, computer science, or engineering. Program includes 30 hours/week research participation with UF faculty, daily lecture series, UF honors seminar class, weekend fieldtrips, social events, and service activities. Students must commit to entire program with no departures allowed except for pre-approved one-time family events. Academic requirements include weekly lab notes, scientific research paper, research poster presentation, and two oral presentations. Dual enrollment credit available for Florida high school students.
University of Florida
$5,500.00 - Incl...
6/7/26
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Jun 7

Engineering Scholars Program

Summer program running June 7-13, 2026. Focuses on STEM subject areas and provides students with exposure to various STEM career options. Participants have option to commute or reside on campus at no charge. Supported through partnerships with business or government partners.
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Free to students
6/7/26
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Jun 7

Barrett Summer Scholars - 11th and 12th Grade Session

BSS gives motivated high school students the opportunity to experience college life while strengthening academic and leadership skills. Participants explore challenging topics, build college-ready habits, and learn what it's like to study on a university campus. Minimum GPA requirements: 11th and 12th Grade - Unweighted GPA of 3.25 or higher. Program runs June 7-10, 2026.
ASU Tempe
$800.00 - Progra...
6/7/26
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Jun 7

Sharks and Rays Pre-College at Eckerd

A one-week residential pre-college program for high school students (grades 11-12) focused on shark and ray research. Students will participate in labs and lectures presented by research scientists, handle preserved specimens while identifying their key characteristics, and collect and examine local shark and ray species from the shoreline and aboard Eckerd College vessels. Program includes field trips to see sharks and rays in their natural environment and learn about elasmobranch science including their unique characteristics, diversity, and ecological interactions. Students must be able to pass a swim test (150 yards total, three full pool lengths).
Eckerd College
$2,200.00 - Prog...
6/7/26
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Jun 7

Sharks and Rays Pre-College Program

Students will learn about current research involving sharks and rays, work in a lab with preserved specimens, and embark on field trips to see sharks and rays in their natural environment. Students will learn about elasmobranch science--including their unique characteristics and diversity, how they interact with their aquatic environment and other species, and how scientists study these aspects of their biology and ecology. Residential program with dormitory accommodations and evening activities led by residential counselors.
Eckerd College
$2,250.00 - Prog...
6/7/26
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Jun 7

Coastal Wildlife and Ecology Pre-College Program

This pre-college program gives high school students the chance to explore coastal and wildlife management, green infrastructure, environmental communication, and field research. Modeled on one of our top majors, it offers hands-on field research with expert faculty, our campus facilities, and the natural wonders of Tampa Bay. Residential program with dormitory accommodations and evening activities led by residential counselors.
Eckerd College
$1,900.00 - Prog...
6/7/26
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Jun 8

A History of Water: Space, Environment and Public Policy in Western NC SRIP

2-week residential program exploring historical events that transformed Western North Carolina through environmental disasters and man-made changes. Students will create research proposals on environmental history and participate in field trips to relevant local sites. Move-in June 7, program runs June 8-19.
NCSSM Morganton Campus
Free - students...
6/8/26
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Jun 8

Data Science Service Learning SRIP

3-week residential program where students apply data science skills to help local Burke County community organizations solve problems using data. Students work in teams with graduate students from NC State's Data Science Academy. Move-in June 7, program runs June 8-26.
NCSSM Morganton Campus
Free - students...
6/8/26
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Jun 8

Harmony and Healing: Exploring Music Therapy for Dementia Care SRIP

2-week residential program exploring music therapy for dementia care. Students investigate neuroscience behind music and memory, examine research on music therapy interventions, and collaborate with local long-term care facilities. Move-in June 7, program runs June 8-19.
NCSSM Morganton Campus
Free - students...
6/8/26
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Jun 8

Mapping Folklore Across Western North Carolina SRIP

2-week interdisciplinary residential program exploring Western North Carolina folktales through ethnography, history, and popular culture. Includes field trips to sites and archives in Asheville, Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Linville Falls. Move-in June 7, program runs June 8-19.
NCSSM Morganton Campus
Free - students...
6/8/26
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Jun 8

Robotics Design Exploration SRIP

2-week residential program for in-depth robotics exploration. Students create team-based robotic designs and software development for mobile or underwater environments. Topics include AI, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, and Path Planning. Students use Fab Lab metal shop equipment for custom fabrication. Move-in June 7, program runs June 8-19.
NCSSM Morganton Campus
Free - students...
6/8/26
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Jun 8

NCSSM Morganton Mentorship Program

Diverse research experiences with scholars and professionals at research universities, companies, and nonprofit agencies in Western NC. Covers STEM, social sciences, and humanities fields. Duration varies by program (5-7 weeks beginning June 8). Multiple timeline options available including summer, extended, and year-long programs.
NCSSM Morganton Campus and Western NC partner sites
Free - students...
6/8/26
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Jun 12

Nevada Boys State 2026 Session

Nevada Boys State is a week-long leadership conference for high school junior boys that provides hands-on experience with local and state government operations. Participants can run for office, pass legislation in the actual House of Representatives, compete in athletics and team-building exercises, and have opportunities for exceptional delegates to attend Boys' Nation in Washington DC. The program includes dining and housing facilities at UNR, optional college credit, and various scholarships. Alumni include Governors Sandoval and Gibbons and US Senator Harry Reid.
University of Nevada Reno Campus
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6/12/26
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Jun 14

Introduction to Engineering & Mechatronics

A comprehensive 6-day residential program for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Students will explore engineering foundations including mechanical, chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, and mechatronics fields. The program focuses on hands-on robotics activities including building and customizing BOE-Bots, C++ programming, sensor integration, and culminates in a featherweight sumo-bot competition. Students reside in campus residence halls and dine in campus dining facilities. Registration is through the Camp Doc platform and open until all spaces are filled.
UNC-Asheville Campus
$1,840.00 - Incl...
6/14/26
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Jun 14

Step Up to STEM - Cohort 2 (NCSSM-Durham)

One-week residential STEM program for returning students (Cohort 2). Includes research labs, classes, and evening activities. All participants live on campus during the program.
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics - Durham
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6/14/26
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Jun 14

Jackling Introduction to Engineering - Session 2

At S&T's oldest and largest summer camp, campers are introduced to a wide variety of engineering fields with engaging demonstrations and hands-on activities. Campers will visit their top five departments for hands-on activities, tours, and research presentations. The program includes morning lectures and demonstrations, afternoon department visits and activities, and evening socialization and design competitions. Academic engineering departments include Aerospace, Architectural, Biomedical, Ceramic, Chemical, Civil, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical, Engineering Management, Environmental, Geological Engineering, Geology & Geophysics, Materials Science, Mechanical, Metallurgical, Mining/Explosives, and Petroleum Engineering.
Missouri University of Science and Technology
$650.00 - includ...
6/14/26
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Jun 14

Marine Science Pre-College Program (Session 1)

Our Marine Science program gives you one-on-one attention from Ph.D. professors from day one. Studying on Tampa Bay means you'll be out on the water doing the work that professionals do. Our hands-on curriculum in the field (from the shoreline and aboard vessels in Tampa Bay) and in the lab has activities designed to explore marine biology, shoreline dynamics, reef ecology, research techniques and more. Residential program with dormitory accommodations and evening activities led by residential counselors.
Eckerd College
$2,250.00 - Prog...
6/14/26
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Jun 14

Animal Studies Pre-College Program

Modeled after our undergraduate curriculum, this program gives students the opportunity to work with internationally recognized faculty on Eckerd College's prime waterfront campus on the Gulf of Mexico. Animal Studies is an interdisciplinary major that blends natural sciences, social sciences, and the humanities to examine human-animal relationships while building research, communication, and critical thinking skills. Residential program with dormitory accommodations and evening activities led by residential counselors.
Eckerd College
$1,975.00 - Prog...
6/14/26
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Jun 15

2026 WVU Forensic Science Summer Camp #1

Five-day forensic science summer camp for high school students entering 11th or 12th grade. Topics include latent fingerprints, death investigation, forensic biology, forensic chemistry, crime scene investigation, mock crime scenes, court testimony, and more. Camp runs 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. daily. Overnight accommodations available in Evansdale campus dorms. Airport transportation provided from Pittsburgh International Airport.
West Virginia University
$1,414.00 - Over...
6/15/26
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