About STEM
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
The U.S. is not developing the engineering students that we need in order to compete as an innovative country. The skill level in science and math for students completing high school has decreased, and there are not enough U.S. students that are interested in the STEM fields to maintain our competitive edge in a global economy.
The NDIA Michigan Chapter has made it a top priority to support K-12 and college students through collaborating, sponsoring, and hosting events that excite young people in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. The NDIA Michigan Chapter is working to be part of the solution by engaging the local educational community and coordinating activities for NDIA members and organizations.
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VISION STATEMENT
NDIA - Michigan STEM Chapter
To become a nationally-recognized and locally-known organization for significantly supporting and encouraging our young people to become excited about Math and Science in order to make well-informed career choices involving Science, Technology, Engineering and Math for the betterment of our country.
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Volunteer STEM Opportunities
The Chapter welcomes involvement from our members and non-members to assist with STEM initiatives. Any type of support would be greatly appreciated. We welcome additional ideas to enhance the Chapter’s STEM efforts. Support opportunities include:
Hosting a Tour
The DPS Outreach initiative links Michigan businesses with students to offer learning opportunities through presentations and facility tours. Onsite presentations at local businesses can be scheduled throughout the school year based on volunteer availability.
Becoming a Mentor
The FIRST Robotics team always needs mentors in mechanics, electronics, pneumatics, fundraising, business, web site management, public relations, etc.. The season runs 1 August to 30 June, with intensity variations.
Onsite Volunteering
Volunteers are needed throughout the season to support local Science Olympiad workshops and events. Volunteers are needed every summer to assist at STARBASE camps. Please inquire for locations and time durations. STARBASE features members of industry who wish to demonstrate career opportunities in STEM related fields. Onsite school presentations can be scheduled throughout the school year based on volunteer availability.
Additional STEM involvement and support options:
- Present technology and career briefings
- Coach technology teams
- Fund Scholarships
- Host internships and job-shadowing
SD Pathways
SD Pathways brings a STEM in-person or virtual career talk into your high school classroom, club, or other student group. SD Pathways aligns with the following career clusters: Architecture & Construction, Information Technology, Manufacturing, and STEM fields. Sign up here to get a presenter in your classroom this Fall!
There are a few great things about the SD program.
- Students will be introduced to career and education paths they might not have known about before.
- SD Pathways also includes optional pre or post activities.
- Presenters go through training on how to work with high school students, as well as presentation slides and school visit guidance.
SD Pathways worked with over 1,000 students last year and is ready to work with yours too. Sign up here to get started, and then a team member will reach out to you to schedule a STEM career talk.
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Internships
STUDENT INTERN PROGRAM (SIP)
Student Trainee (Engineering & Architecture) Intern Positions are now OPEN on USA Jobs, closes 10 JAN 2024
The Student Intern Program (SIP) offers post-secondary students 12 weeks of full-time employment, up to 480 hours, during the summer months. Employment dates will vary depending on when summer break begins for each college, however, the earliest start date is the end of May.
Actual length of employment is contingent upon budget and workload. Employment is intended to continue each subsequent year during the summer months while the student is enrolled in a degree program. Candidates MAY be non-competitively converted to a career/career-conditional appointment within 120 days of successful completion of academic program. Pay will vary by grade level and geographic location but based on a GS-03/04 position.
Announcement opened December 13, 2023 and closes 11:59 p.m. on January 10, 2024. Those interested, can apply on USAJobs at https://www.usajobs.gov/job/765106000
If interested in other localities, USAJobs has other internship opportunties available as well. Simply go to https://www.usajobs.gov/ and type “Internship” into the Keywords search. You will be amazed at the type of opportunities which pop up.
X-Force Fellowship
Supported by the National Security Innovation Network (NSIN)
The X-Force Fellowship is a full-time, paid opportunity for student technologists and entrepreneurs to serve their country by solving real-world national security problems in collaboration with the Department of Defense (DoD). Running from June 3, 2024 to Aug. 9, 2024, the program matches students with DoD project sponsors to deliver a fresh perspective on national security problems by providing rapid, early-stage technical prototypes or policy solutions. Student Applications are due by January 31, 2024
2022 STEM Scholarship Program
Since 2010, NDIA Michigan Chapter has had the honor of awarding over $150,000 to more than 80 students distributed to 15 Michigan Colleges and Universities.
To be eligible, applicants must be:
- A U.S. citizen
- Have Michigan residency or active military parent serving in Michigan
- Planned enrollment in pursuit of a STEM-related BS degree program at a Michigan college or university prior to the start of the 2021 Fall Semester
- Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (basis 4.0 scale)
- Demonstrate a growing interest in college preparatory studies
- Be active within the school or local community
The 2022 STEM Application submission deadline is March 25, 2022 at 11:59pm
Application Process Information
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