There is an increasing demand for skilled workers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) in the United States. However, we have insufficient skilled workers and students pursuing degrees in this field. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, only 5% of U.S. workers are employed in fields related to science and engineering, yet they are responsible for more than 50% of our sustained economic expansion.
“To succeed in this new information-based and highly technological society, students need to develop their capabilities in STEM to levels much beyond what was considered acceptable in the past.” (National Science Foundation)
A significant gap remains for young people who want to pursue STEM careers. As a result, substantial funding is being directed to a hybrid of community-based organizations, K-12 schools, universities, and government agencies to bridge this gap and reverse the trend in America.
The nation’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has responded by developing a Disease Detective Camp for middle and high school students. This is an excellent opportunity for a high school or middle school student interested in Science and Public Health to see the diverse array of career opportunities available and understand how the CDC safeguards our nation’s health.
The summer camp provides a project-based, hands-on learning experience for students to explore the field of public health and science. The summer camp is located at CDC’s headquarters in Atlanta, GA.
The application deadline for the junior camp is March 14th, and the deadline for the high school camp is April 11th. Read their Frequently Asked Questions for additional information.
At Transform Consulting Group, we work with out-of-school time organizations and schools to develop and find funding to build the pipeline for students to pursue education beyond high school in one of the STEM fields. Contact us today for a free consultation so we can work with your organization!
