GEMSFlorida — Central Florida — STTC
Do you play? In the Modeling, Simulation, and Training (MS&T) workforce, we do — and our play saves time, money, and lives. This summer, students can join us for MS&T workforce development through serious play and discover how simulation powers innovation across the globe.
The GEMS Summer Program at the U.S. Army Simulation and Training Technology Center (STTC) in Central Florida inspires rising 6th–10th grade students to explore high-wage, high-impact MS&T careers found right here in their community.
Students work alongside subject matter experts from across the MS&T industry, gaining firsthand experience with the tools, technologies, and problem-solving approaches used in defense, space, healthcare, aviation, gaming, and more.
If you enjoy rolling up your sleeves, diving into STEM challenges, and discovering how science, technology, engineering, and mathematics shape real-world missions, GEMS is the place for you. Our program blends hands-on activities, brains-on exploration, and career-connected learning designed to spark curiosity and build confidence.
Take the challenge. Explore MS&T. Build skills that matter. Apply to GEMS Central Florida and become part of the next generation of innovators shaping the future of simulation and training.
Camps at this location
3100 Technology Parkway, Orlando, Florida 32826 ↗How to Apply
Student applications are completed in the online platform Ideal-Logic. Applications for 2027 GEMS will open soon and remain open until April 1, 2027. Application requirements differ depending on site.
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About STTC
The U.S. Army SFC Paul Ray Smith Simulation and Training Technology Center (STTC) is a nexus of scientists, engineers, and project managers focused on the research and development of innovative simulation & training technology to enhance Soldier effectiveness and readiness. The STTC has a long history of developing innovations that disrupt the status quo of Army training & simulation through strong partnerships with industry, academia and other DoW services. STTC collaborates with the National Center for Simulation (NCS), a non-profit national organization with government, academic and industry members operating as an open consortium. The mission of NCS is to serve as the nation’s focal point and as a catalyst for the development, understanding, and advancement of simulation and related technologies; to improve defense readiness and facilitate space exploration; to support education and training initiatives; and to extend useful applications of simulation.
Our Partners
GEMS Central Florida is provided in cooperation with the U.S. Army Simulation and Training Technology Center (STTC).
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