Deadline: 23 February 2024
The Experiment Digital Leadership in STEM Program is designed to connect hundreds of young people across the United States with peers in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
The Experiment Digital Leadership in STEM prepares participants to be more civically engaged and lead change.
This fully funded six-week summer virtual experience teaches high school students to plan a final project using STEM skills to help solve an issue within their community.
Participants come away from the program with:
- Greater awareness of possible STEM careers
- Opportunities to plan a career path in STEM
- Mutual understanding between youth from different cultures
Funding Information
- By participating in The Experiment Digital, you will receive a Certificate of Completion in leadership and global issues analysis, access to the U.S. Department of State’s International Exchange Alumni network, unique project funding opportunities up $1000, and a $400 scholarship toward participation in one of The Experiment’s programs around the world.
Duration
- The Experiment Digital Leadership in STEM will run for six weeks, from June 24 to August 3, 2024.
Eligibility Criteria
You are eligible if you:
- Are between the ages of 14–19 years old
- Currently enrolled in or have not yet completed high school
- Reside in the United States or the MENA Region, including Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Palestinian Territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen
- Have basic English language competency
- Have regular access to the Internet
- Can devote two to four hours each week to the program.
For more information, visit U.S. Mission in Egypt.
