The program is free and offers hands-on exploration of in-demand technology careers with opportunities for college credit and industry certifications, including a potential $200 stipend upon completion.
The NOVA STEM Outreach Bridge Program is a free summer program for high school juniors and seniors designed to introduce them to in-demand technology fields and prepare them for college and career pathways. Participants engage in hands-on activities, such as cybersecurity labs, computer assembly, and pneumatic simulator exercises, across various NOVA campuses. The program covers Engineering Technology (ET), Data Center Operations (DCO), Information Technology (IT), and Computer Science (CS). Students also benefit from industry site visits to leading tech companies like Microsoft, Micron Technology, Capital One, and various data centers, as well as academic partners like George Mason University. The program aims to strengthen skills in English and math, provide early exposure to college expectations, and offer opportunities to earn college credit or industry certifications like OSHA-10 and the Google IT Support Certificate. A one-day orientation covers NOVA degree pathways, financial aid, and campus life, while a final session reviews pathways and outlines next steps. Students who complete the program may also be eligible for a $200 stipend.
A typical day includes hands-on activities in engineering, engineering technology, IT, and computer science, such as cybersecurity labs or computer assembly, often followed by industry or academic site visits.
This program is best for high school juniors and seniors who are exploring technology career pathways and want to gain hands-on experience and college preparation in STEM fields.
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