Programs & Impact
STEAM Pipeline Program
A hands-on summer program giving Chicagoland high school students direct access to STEAM skills, industry mentors, and the confidence to pursue careers they may never have imagined were possible.
2027
Program Experience
What Students Will Do
Hands-On STEAM Learning
Students engage directly with robotics, coding, engineering, science, and mathematics through labs and team-based challenges. No prior experience required — the program is designed for broad exploration before specialization.
Industry Mentorship
Structured interactions with STEAM professionals who reflect the backgrounds and communities of the students we serve — providing real-world guidance, career insight, and professional connection.
Capstone Project Showcase
Every student completes and presents a real-world capstone project demonstrating applied knowledge across STEAM disciplines — building the confidence to own their work in front of an audience.
Career & College Exposure
Students leave with a clearer picture of the STEAM career pathways available to them, the college degree programs that lead there, and the concrete next steps they can take — starting now.
Program Structure
How the Program Works
The STEAM Pipeline Program is a structured, cohort-based model designed to deliver maximum impact in a focused summer format. Students work in grade-based groups to ensure instruction is appropriate and progressive.
- One-week intensive summer STEAM camp (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM)
- Grade-based cohorts for appropriate instruction and peer cohesion
- Daily balance of technical skill-building and emotional development
- Meals provided each day — no cost to participants
- Culminating capstone showcase open to families and community
Interested?
Express Your Interest
Registration is not yet open — the STEAM Pipeline Program is currently in development pending funding. Reach out to express your interest and be among the first to know when registration opens.
Help Us Launch This Program
The STEAM Pipeline Program is made possible through grants, corporate sponsorships, and individual donations. If you or your organization is interested in supporting the launch, we'd love to connect.
Support the Program