What does a typical day look like at an engineering summer program? At the IEEE TryEngineering Summer Institute, held in collaboration with NSLC, each day blends hands-on STEM learning, teamwork, and campus life to give high school students a full, immersive pre-college experience. Starting the Day with Purpose Students begin each morning with breakfast in
For high school students considering studying engineering in college, preparation goes beyond strong math and science grades. Colleges value applicants who understand what engineering involves and who demonstrate curiosity, initiative, and persistence. The IEEE TryEngineering Summer Institute, offered in partnership with NSLC, gives teens early exposure to college level engineering through hands-on learning on real
At the TryEngineering Summer Institute, in collaboration with NSLC, teens arrive excited to explore engineering, build hands-on skills, and discover new STEM interests. What many families don’t expect is how much confidence students gain along the way. While technical learning is a core part of the experience, the program is also designed to help teens
When families explore an engineering summer program, one of the most common questions is straightforward: what will my teen actually learn? Beyond the excitement of living on a university campus, parents want to know how the experience builds skills, supports growth, and prepares students for what comes next. The IEEE TryEngineering Summer Institute, in collaboration
With longer days and warmer weather on the horizon, spring is the perfect time to start thinking about meaningful summer opportunities for your teen. Early planning can make all the difference between scrambling for last‑minute options and securing a truly enriching high school summer program. The IEEE TryEngineering Summer Institute, in partnership with the National
Explore 9 Engineering Summer Program Campuses Across the U.S. and Abroad The IEEE TryEngineering Summer Institute (TESI) is entering its most exciting summer yet! Through our new partnership with the National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC), we’re expanding our engineering summer program to nine amazing locations across the United States, plus our first program abroad at
The IEEE TryEngineering Summer Institute (TESI), in partnership with the National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC), is pleased to announce that applications for the 2026 need-based Scholarship Program are now open! Each year, this scholarship expands access to our hands-on engineering summer program, enabling more rising high school students to explore engineering disciplines, build technical skills,
The TryEngineering Summer Institute is entering an exciting new chapter! Thanks to our partnership with the National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC), the 2026 program lineup now features five immersive high school experiences designed to help students explore the technologies shaping our world. What began as a single engineering‑focused program has grown into a dynamic collection
A new chapter is beginning for high school engineering education. IEEE TryEngineering has officially partnered with The National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) to strengthen and expand our engineering and technology programs starting in Summer 2026. Through this collaboration, the TryEngineering Summer Institute (TESI) will align its educational framework with NSLC’s long‑standing pre‑college curriculum. Students enrolled
The TryEngineering Summer Institute is officially underway at the University of San Diego, with our other campus locations launching over the next few weeks. With so much still to come, the excitement is just getting started! Seats are still available at a few of our sessions, so it’s not too late for your teen to
As the school year wraps up and summer kicks into gear, it’s almost time for the IEEE TryEngineering Summer Institute! If you’re still thinking about enrolling your teen but want a better idea of what their day will look like, here’s a glimpse into a typical day of the program. Schedule 8:00 AM – 8:45
Every summer presents a unique opportunity for students to grow not just academically, but personally and professionally. For high school students interested in engineering, attending a specialized summer program like the TryEngineering Summer Institute can be a transformative experience that also gives them a competitive edge in the college admissions process! While grades and test