STEM Outreach
Developing Our Nation’s STEM Talent
The nation’s future depends on the next generation of scientists and engineers. APL is tackling the critical challenge of inspiring, training, and developing the nation’s STEM talent through school- and community-based outreach programs. Our STEM education and outreach programs reach nearly 3,000 students and community residents each year, on average.
APL actively participates in, partners with, and hosts community-based STEM programs, from robotics competitions to festivals such as the USA Science & Engineering Festival and the Maryland STEM Festival. We have also held workshops for parents and teachers to help them learn more about STEM resources and opportunities for their children and students.
Explore Our Programs
APL STEM Roadmap
APL’s STEM Program Management Office is committed to helping students and teachers develop their literacy and competency in STEM. Our mission is to develop our nation’s STEM talent. We do this through our programs that provide a pathway to STEM careers for students in grades 3–12. Our core programs are designed to be complementary and are grounded in what we call the integrated model. The integrated model is how we ensure that children in our programs learn about what being a STEM professional truly means.
Click below to learn more about our roadmap of programs.
Maryland MESA
An after-school program designed to prepare students in grades 3–12 for academic success and professional careers in STEM
APL STEM Academy
An after-school program designed to introduce STEM skills and careers to middle and high school students
ASPIRE Internships
Enables high school juniors and seniors to experience and explore STEM careers under the mentorship of APL staff members
Pathways: APL College Internship Program
From day one, we give you the opportunity to use your skills to push the boundaries of science and technology.