GEMS I:  MRICD Explorations in STEM at the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense (MRICD)

Students entering the 5th-7th grade will participate in projects from various STEM disciplines such as chemistry, mathematics, biology, engineering, earth science. A team of college students will lead these projects.   The hands-on activities are designed to excite the students and inspire them to consider future STEM pathways while they are still early in their educational journey.  Unless otherwise noted, all sessions are offered in-person at Aberdeen Proving Ground.

Sessions:

  • July 6-9, 2026 – GEMS I:  MRICD Explorations in STEM Week 1 (Virtual)
  • July 20-23, 2026 – GEMS I:  MRICD Explorations in STEM Week 2
  • July 27-30, 2026 – GEMS I:  MRICD Explorations in STEM Week 3

Important Dates

July 6-9, 2026
Program Week 1 (Virtual)

July 20-23, 2026
Program Week 2

July 27-30, 2026
Program Week 3

Near-Peer Mentor (NPM):
Summer internship opportunity for STEM or education majors interested in gaining leadership and hands on laboratory experience. Near-peer mentors (NPMs) have the chance to work with U.S. Army scientists and engineers, earn a competitive stipend, develop career network connections and help to inspire the next generation of STEM professionals. NPMs must be US citizens and either rising high school juniors or seniors, or currently enrolled in college. They will receive a competitive stipend based on completed semester hours and experience.

Teacher (T):
Summer virtual opportunity to serve as a student advisor/mentor as well as a lab instructor. U.S. Army professionals leverage Teachers’ skill and experience with students to help deliver curriculum during laboratory sessions. They help to bridge potential instructional and learning gaps between the students and the U.S. Army scientists and engineers. Teachers must be U.S. Citizens and have a teaching degree or certificate.  They will receive a competitive stipend based on education level and experience.

Applications open May 1, 2026. 

Interested in This Program?

If you are interested in this program email us or call 1-800-807-9852. We'd love to hear from you!

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