NASA's Glenn Research Center is launching the NASA Glenn High School Engineering Institute this summer. This free program aims to prepare high school students for careers in the aerospace sector.

Rising high school juniors and seniors in Northeast Ohio are eligible to submit applications for the in-person summer program from April 11 through May 9.

The institute will immerse students in NASA's work while providing career readiness tools for future academic and professional pursuits in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Over the course of five days, students will engage with authentic NASA mission content, collaborating with technical experts to understand the engineering design process, develop practical engineering solutions to real-world challenges, and test prototypes in areas such as:

• Acoustic dampening – How can we reduce noise pollution from jet engines?
• Power management and distribution – How can we develop a smart power system for future space stations?
• Simulated lunar operations – Can we invent tires that don't use air?

Selected students will participate in one of the following week-long sessions:

• Session 1: July 7 - 11, 2025
• Session 2: July 14 - 18, 2025
• Session 3: July 21 - 25, 2025

Eligibility criteria include being in 11th or 12th grade for the 2025-2026 academic year, maintaining a minimum 3.2 GPA verified by a school counselor, and providing a teacher's letter of recommendation. Additional requirements are detailed in the Supplemental Application.

To apply, candidates must complete and submit the NASA Gateway application as well as the Supplemental Application by May 9.

Direct inquiries about the program to Gerald Voltz at the aforementioned contact point.

For more information about NASA Glenn, visit the official website.