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    Michigan Tech:  Women in Engineering

    Michigan Tech: Women in Engineering

    Details

    • Listing Type: Summer Programs
    • Program Delivery: Day, Residential
    • Destination: United States
    • Provided By: College
    • Session Start: July
    • Session Length: One Week
    • Entering Grade: 9th, 10th, 11th
    • Gender: Coed
    • Category: STEM
    • Sub-Categories: STEM, Engineering
    • Selective: Yes
    • Ages: 15, 16, 17
    • Minimum Cost: <$500
    • Career Clusters: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
    • Credit Awarded: No
    • Location:Houghton, Michigan
    • Meeting: Schedule a Meeting
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    Overview

    Women in Engineering (WIE) program is a highly competitive scholarship program that provides an opportunity for students to investigate careers in engineering and science. WIE provides a week-long look at engineering careers in areas like mechanical, computer, environmental, electrical, chemical, biomedical, civil, geological, and materials. 

    Students will:

    • Explore engineering through hands-on, project based learning in two fields of their choice.
    • Get inside info from role models working in engineering fields
    • Work in teams to tackle awesome group projects
    • Enjoy team competitions, develop critical interpersonal skills, and enjoy outdoor activities in Michigan's beautiful Keweenaw Peninsula.

    All students may apply; the focus of the program is on advancing young women in engineering careers.