Education Opportunities

Explore Your Educational Pathways in STEAM

Whether you’re still in high school, a recent graduate, or considering a career change, numerous educational and training opportunities can help you launch or advance your journey in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) fields.

Secondary Education (High School)

• Brevard Public Schools CTE Programs: Explore Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs offered by Brevard Public Schools, providing hands-on learning and skills development in various technical fields.
• Community Involvement & Professional Memberships:
  • AIAA High School Student Membership: For students active in STEM/STEAM considering aerospace careers, offering free access to educational content, scholarships, and AIAA Engage.
  • Sunshine State Scholars: A program recognizing top 11th-grade STEM students from each Florida school district, offering unique networking and engagement opportunities.
  • FIRST Robotics: Discover how to get involved in FIRST Robotics teams in your area, gaining hands-on experience in robotics, teamwork, and problem-solving.

Post-Secondary Education (College & University)

Explore institutions offering degrees and programs in STEAM fields within Florida:

• Florida Shines: A comprehensive resource to explore educational institutions in Florida, search institution profiles, and find degree programs by school or keyword.
• Non-exhaustive list of Colleges and Universities in Florida:
  • Daytona State College
  • Eastern Florida State College
  • Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
  • Florida Institute of Technology
  • Florida Polytechnic University
  • Indian River State College
  • University of Central Florida
  • Valencia College

Apprenticeships: Learn and Earn

Gain valuable on-the-job training and industry-recognized credentials through apprenticeship programs:

• Apprenticeship Finder: A national tool to search for apprenticeship opportunities in various trades and industries.
• FL Stem Navigator Apprenticeships Page: Discover apprenticeship opportunities across Florida on our dedicated webpage, for parents and students.

Experiential Learning & Enrichment

Engage in hands-on learning and explore STEAM concepts through these opportunities (Note: Many of these are detailed on the Supplemental Page):

• FAME USA: A paid experience training model preparing individuals for advanced manufacturing careers.
• Women in Aviation International – Mentor Connect: Connect with mentors in aviation and aerospace.
• Infinity Center of Education – FIRST LEGO League: Hands-on STEAM experiences through FIRST LEGO League.
• Expedition Space Lab – ISS National Laboratory: Educational resources related to the International Space Station.
• Education Programs – American Space Museum and Space Walk of Fame: STEM/STEAM programs utilizing space history.
• Sands Space History Center: Explore the history of space launch activities at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
• Programs for Students – from the Space Foundation: Space-inspired STEM education programs.