Summer STEM camps

GEMS
Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science

Grades 4-12

GEMS is an U.S. Army-sponsored, summer STEM day camp for rising 4th to 12th grade students. Spend a week doing hands-on experiments in a working U.S. Army research lab or engineering center, or virtually from home.

Virtual Camps

We offer two virtual camp options to help make GEMS accessible to students who don’t live near one of our host labs. Explore the options below to find the right fit, then click Learn More for dates, details, and how to apply.

STEM Force Discovery Lab

One-week summer camp experience performing at-home experiments and hearing from working scientists and engineers.

WhoGrades 6-8

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Video Game Design Camp

This immersive experience offers military-dependent students hands-on science and engineering activities, mentorship from Army scientists, and a glimpse into cutting-edge research all through designing a video game.

WhoGrades 7-10 · Military Dependents

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At a glance
Education Level
6-10varies by camp
Cost
Free
Season
Summerweek-long sessions
Format
Virtual
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