The 2026 Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science Program (GEMS) hosted by ARL West has been cancelled. Please bookmark this page and check back in the fall regarding 2027 program status. For more information regarding ARL programs please contact igniteapg@arloutreach.org.
About Educators
Educators interested in participating in this program can apply to be a teacher. You will be asked to work collaboratively with DEVCOM ARL scientists and engineers to provide instruction, supervise, and engage students in age and grade-level appropriate, hands‐on lab experiments and activities, based on current DEVCOM ARL West research initiatives and existing GEMS curriculum. B.A required, experience in STEM or STEM education preferred.
About Near Peer Mentors
High-school- and college-aged students interested in participating in this program can apply to become Near Peer Mentors, a paid staff position that serves a role similar to a teaching assistant. GEMS relies on Near-Peer Mentors (NPMs) to work alongside teachers and U.S. Army research scientists to provide inquiry-based, hands-on lab experiments and activities. GEMS NPMs receive a stipend based on experience and education level. Students must be at least 16 years old to apply.
Important Dates
November 11, 2024
Near-Peer Mentor and Teacher Applications Open
January 31, 2025
Near-Peer Mentor and Teacher Applications Close