Deadline: 2 June 2024
The AFS Global STEM Innovators are full-scholarship, 6-week domestic exchange programs for teens interested in exploring STEM, sustainability, and intercultural skills.
With this in mind, AFS developed the Global STEM Innovators program, funded by bp, to provide teens with opportunities to collaborate with diverse peers and develop skills necessary to advance a sustainable future. Through a hybrid, hands-on virtual curriculum (5 weeks) and a weeklong in-person workshop, participants will broaden their understanding of the importance of STEM and sustainability, while enhancing their intercultural awareness.
The program is available via scholarship award only. Scholarship funding is provided by bp, a global integrated energy company. Participants who excel in these workshops may also be eligible to apply for Global STEM Accelerator or Global STEM Academy scholarships in future cohorts.
The AFS Global STEM Innovators program provides an exceptional opportunity to build critical intercultural skills and drive sustainability and STEM training that will help students thrive in a global economy. The program brings together diverse groups of students from around the country for an exciting and enriching experience.
The UK Innovators will engage in exciting site visits and explore sustainable technologies for energy and the climate around Aberdeen, Scotland and the Teesside Region, England.
Who can apply?
- UK Innovators: Applicants must be legal residents of one of the following postcode areas:
- England: Teesside (TS) or Darlington (DL) postcode areas
- Scotland: Aberdeen or greater Aberdeenshire (AB)
- Wales: Cardiff (CF), Newport (NP), or Swansea (SA) postcode areas
- Indonesia Innovators: Applicants must be legal residents of Indonesia. Each province is eligible, and applicants from Papua are especially encouraged to apply.
- age:
- Must be between 14-17 years old during program participation.
- Ability to participate fully, both online and in a classroom setting, in a program conducted entirely in English.
- Interest in STEM, sustainability, and global competencies.
- Curiosity and willingness to interact with diverse global peers and explore new cultures.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically (within your country) to attend the in-person workshop in your respective country.
- Talented young people, particularly young women, underrepresented populations, and students with high financial need, are strongly encouraged to apply!
For more information, visit AFS Intercultural Programs.
