I'm a current freshman about to be a sophomore and in the engineering pathway. During the summer I wanna keep myself busy and intend to participate in summer programs for this pathway but don't know what exactly to look for for begginers.
If you're a high schooler then try these:
1) See if your state has a Governor's School Program.
2) Try this site: https://blog.collegevine.com/high-school-engineering-summer-programs-2/
3) Ask local college professors to assist them in the lab or research alongside them. Although you may get rejected a lot, one might offer you an opportunity to learn hands-on. It never hurts to ask.
4) If you can't do a summer program, pursue a project that will allow you to implement your skills, has a reachable conclusion, and impacts your communtiy.
Hope this helps!
I am currently applying for an engineering program myself, its due april 15 if you are interested.
https://info.rpi.edu/pre-college-initiatives/preface-2022-rensselaer-summer-engineering-design-program#:~:text=PREFACE%20is%20a%20summer%20experience,engineering%2C%20and%20other%20technological%20fields.
I know that Rose Hulman has a good variety of summer programs.
https://www.rose-hulman.edu/admissions-and-aid/early-planning/index.html
Missouri S&T has good ones too.
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