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    March

    Naval Horizons

    Naval Horizons

    Date: Mar 31 - Jun 9, 2023Venue: VirtualOrganizer: Naval STEMCategory: Competition Grades 9-12 Graduate UndergraduateWebsite: View Events Website

    Naval Horizons introduces students to cutting-edge Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) topics that impact the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps – to include autonomy, oceanography, cybersecurity, undersea medicine, and more. We invite students to learn about Naval STEM challenges and our scientists and engineers through this video series. Deadline Extended to June 9, 2023!

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    April

    STEM Expo

    STEM Expo

    Date: April 2, 2023Venue: Gaylord National Resort and Convention CenterLocation: National Harbor, Maryland, Organizer: Sea Air SpaceCategory: Expo Grades 5-8 Grades 9-12Website: View Events Website

    This free event inspires and empowers students interested in science, technology, engineering and math careers. Open to the public.

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    April

    National Junior Science and Humanities Symposium

    National Junior Science and Humanities Symposium

    Date: Apr 12 - 15, 2023Venue: Virginia Beach, VAOrganizer: Junior Science & Humanities SymposiumCategory: Competition Grades 9-12Website: View Events Website

    The National JSHS brings together 245 high school students who qualify by submitting and presenting original scientific research papers in regional symposium held at universities nationwide. Approximately 130 high school teachers, mentors, university faculty, military personnel, and others also attend and join in encouraging the future generation of scientists and engineers and celebrating student achievement in the sciences.

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    July

    United States Naval Academy STEM Educator Training (SET) Sail-General Session

    United States Naval Academy STEM Educator Training (SET) Sail-General Session

    Date: Jul 17 - 20, 2023Venue: Annapolis, MDOrganizer: United States Naval AcademyCategory: Educator DevelopmentWebsite: View Events Website

    A one-week residential workshop for middle school and high school teachers. This workshop will allow teachers the opportunity to discover, explore, and test ideas and, most importantly, learn how science and engineering impact real world challenges.  The focus will be on using hands-on, project-based learning methodology, while linking to educational standards.  Room and board provided; travel stipends available, contingent on funding.

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    July

    National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship Conference

    National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship Conference

    Date: Jul 30 - Aug 4, 2023Venue: San Antonio RiverwalkLocation: San Antonio, Texas, Organizer: The National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) FellowshipCategory: Conference GraduateWebsite: View Events Website

    NDSEG fellows from the 2021 class will have the opportunity to network and hear from DoD national leaders and subject matter experts in the field of science, technology, and engineering for a riveting week that showcases ongoing research activities relevant to the national defense mission.

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    July

    2023 NNOA STEM Event

    2023 NNOA STEM Event

    Date: July 31, 2023Venue: Flight line onboard NAS North IslandOrganizer: National Naval Officers Association (NNOA) STEM Youth Day CommitteeCategory: Grades 5-8 Grades 9-12Website: View Events Website

    Hands-on Demonstrations • STEM Static Displays • STEM Professional Mentoring • Lunch/Refreshments Provided • Multiple $500 Scholarships This event is free to all San Diego area students in grades 6 through 12.

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    August

    Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) Applications Open!

    Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) Applications Open!

    Date: Aug 1 - Nov 1, 2023Venue: MultipleOrganizer: Naval STEMCategory: Graduate Internship, Apprenticeship, or Fellowship UndergraduateWebsite: View Events Website

    The Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) places college and university students in Department of Navy (DoN) laboratories where they take part in real Naval research for ten weeks during the summer. NREIP gives academically talented college students, graduating seniors, and graduate students pursuing STEM careers the opportunity to learn about Naval research and technology while receiving first-class mentoring by top scientists and engineers.

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    August

    Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program (SEAP) Applications Open!

    Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program (SEAP) Applications Open!

    Date: Aug 1 - Nov 1, 2023Venue: MultipleOrganizer: Naval STEMCategory: Grades 9-12 Internship, Apprenticeship, or FellowshipWebsite: View Events Website

    The Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program (SEAP) places high school students in Department of Navy (DoN) laboratories where they take part in real Naval research for eight weeks during the summer. SEAP gives academically talented sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in STEM the opportunity to learn about Naval research and technology while receiving first-class mentoring by top scientists and engineers.

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    August

    Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship Applications Open!

    Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship Applications Open!

    Date: Aug 1 - Dec 1, 2023Venue: MultipleOrganizer: Department of DefenseCategory: Graduate UndergraduateWebsite: View Events Website

    The SMART Program provides STEM students with the tools needed to pursue higher education and begin a rewarding career with the DoD. With a full scholarship, students pursuing STEM degrees will be able to focus on complex research to further the DoD’s mission and create a lasting impact. Summer internships are performed at DoD facilities alongside scientists and engineers; these experiences prepare scholars for full-time employment and get them accustomed to working with the DoD. SMART is a one-for-one commitment; for every year of degree funding, the scholar commits to working for a year wi...

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    September

    National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship Applications Open!

    National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship Applications Open!

    Date: Sep 1 - Nov 3, 2023Venue: MultipleOrganizer: National Defense Science & Engineering Graduate (NDSEG)Category: Internship, Apprenticeship, or FellowshipWebsite: View Events Website

    The National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) fellowship program was established as an approach to increasing the number of United States (U.S.) citizens receiving doctoral degrees in science and engineering (S&E) disciplines of military importance.  The three-year NDSEG fellowship covers full tuition at your choice of U.S. institution, and provides a monthly stipend.

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    October

    STEP Conference

    STEP Conference

    Date: October 5, 2023Venue: Riverside, CaliforniaOrganizer: Science and Technology Education PartnershipCategory: Grades 5-8 Grades 9-12Website: View Events Website

    Student STEPCon is the premier student STEM conference in the Inland Empire! Participants can experience hands-on Science experiments, interactive technology exhibits and Roundtable discussions, an exciting Science Show, and visit one-on-one with college educators and industry professionals, and enjoy thrilling presentations and demonstrations from a variety of exhibitors. The experience is targeted for 4th grade through 12th grade students.

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    October

    Dahlgren Downtown 2023

    Dahlgren Downtown 2023

    Date: October 20, 2023Venue: Inn at the Old Silk Mill, Fredericksburg, VAOrganizer: Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren DivisionCategory: Grades 5-8 Grades 9-12 Grades K-4

    Looking for a fun and engaging way to add STEM to your curriculum? Look no further! Dahlgren Downtown will have interactive activities that are sure to make learning STEM enjoyable and exciting! Open to the public from noon to 3 PM.

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    October

    Naval Station Norfolk’s Fleet Fest

    Naval Station Norfolk’s Fleet Fest

    Date: October 20, 2023Venue: Norfolk, VACategory: Grades 5-8

    This event provides relevant and engaging opportunities to educate, inspire and connect STEM to America’s youth. During STEM Day 2,500 Norfolk Public School 5th graders and will travel to the base and engage in STEM activities, static displays and ship tours. This is a closed event.

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    October

    NSWC Corona Command Open House & STEM Career Fair

    NSWC Corona Command Open House & STEM Career Fair

    Date: October 21, 2023Venue: TBDOrganizer: NSWC CoronaCategory: Career Information

    The NSWC Corona Open House and STEM Career Fair will be returning on 21 Oct 2023! The event will have music, food, STEM career fair, family/alumni activities, and displays/exhibits by external partners. The event provides an opportunity for NSWC Corona to let the local community know who they are and what they do! This event is open to the public.

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    November

    Fleet Week San Diego - Student STEM Days

    Fleet Week San Diego - Student STEM Days

    Date: Nov 8 - 9, 2023Venue: Broadway PierOrganizer: Fleet Week San DiegoCategory: Grades 5-8 Grades 9-12 Grades K-4Website: View Events Website

    STEM—Science, Technology, Engineering and Math—are core principles for student learning in the decades ahead, necessary to compete in the digital workforce. Student STEM days are an exclusive opportunity for students throughout San Diego County to participate in Fleet Week San Diego’s Innovation Zone before we open to the public. This event is open to the public.

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    November

    SeaPerch Underwater ROVs and MS&T I/ITSEC EoL Teacher Workshop

    SeaPerch Underwater ROVs and MS&T I/ITSEC EoL Teacher Workshop

    Date: Nov 27 - 28, 2023Venue: Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FLOrganizer: SeaPerch Underwater ROVs and MS&TCategory: Educator DevelopmentWebsite: View Events Website

    SeaPerch is an Office of Naval Research (ONR) STEM robotics program that illustrates how to construct, design, and prototype an underwater robot to solve challenges, with the opportunity to compete at local, national and international events. The SeaPerch Underwater ROVs and MS&T I/ITSEC EoL Teacher Workshop offers participants an overview of the SeaPerch underwater robotics program through hands-on learning, theoretical understanding, and practical classroom application.

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    December

    Holiday STEM Shop

    Holiday STEM Shop

    Date: December 2, 2023Venue: Berkeley Middle SchoolOrganizer: NIWC Atlantic and Berkeley County SchoolsCategory: Grades 5-8 Grades 9-12 Grades K-4Website: View Events Website

    The Holiday STEM Shop is an opportunity for students to create STEM related holiday gifts for their immediate family at "maker space" stations where they will choose and create gifts. Stations vary in complexity based on age group. Elementary through high school students are invited to build!