College students from all STEM fields and education-related majors. Serve as role models to the students, promote interest in high-level science and math classes, and act as expert resources concerning college life and career pathways.
New Mexico, NM Check Eligibility
Grades: 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
The GEMS programs at White Sands Missile Range (WSMR), New Mexico are a joint/collaborative effort between the Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM)/Data and Analysis Center (D&AC) and the U.S. Army Test & Evaluation Command (ATEC). Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM)/Data and Analysis Center’s (D&AC) mission is to ensure that U.S. military personnel and equipment survive […] LEARN MORE
Natick, MA Check Eligibility
Grades: 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade
The Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science (GEMS) program at the U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (USARIEM) and Natick Soldier Systems Center (NSSC) is designed for rising 4th to 9th graders of all academic abilities. The program offers three different curricula: GEMS I (rising 4th-7th graders), GEMS II (rising 6th-8th graders), and GEMS […] LEARN MORE
Adelphi, MD Check Eligibility
Grades: 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
The 2026 Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science Program (GEMS) hosted by ARL Adelphi 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. LEARN MORE
Frederick, MD Check Eligibility
Grades: 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade
The 2026 Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science Program (GEMS) hosted by Fort Detrick has been cancelled. Please bookmark this page and check back in the fall regarding 2027 program status. LEARN MORE
Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science (GEMS) Check Eligibility
Grades: 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
States: Alabama, Alabama, California, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, Texas
For middle and high school students, Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science (GEMS) is a summer STEM enrichment program that takes place at participating U.S. Army Research Centers and Laboratories. GEMS’ mission is to interest young people, who might not otherwise give serious thought to becoming scientists or engineers, in STEM careers early enough that they can attain the appropriate academic training. LEARN MORE