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Summer Engineering Awareness Program

Engineering
Science
Leadership

Manhattan University

New York, NY

The Summer Engineering Awareness Program is a hands-on initiative offered by Manhattan University's School of Engineering for students currently in 10th or 11th grade. Participants explore a variety of engineering disciplines through interactive labs, faculty instruction, and real-world applications, making it an ideal opportunity for students curious about engineering as a career path. The program gives students a genuine taste of college-level engineering before they commit to a major, helping them make more informed decisions about their future. If you have ever wondered whether engineering might be the right path for you, this is a fantastic way to find out firsthand.

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Skills You'll Build

Lab Techniques

Running experiments safely and accurately using real scientific equipment and procedures.

Problem Solving

Breaking down a challenge and working through it methodically to a solution.

Team Leadership

Guiding a group toward a shared goal and keeping everyone moving together.

Scientific Research

Designing studies, testing hypotheses, and drawing evidence-based conclusions.

Critical Thinking

Evaluating information carefully before drawing a conclusion or making a decision.

Related Careers

Chemical Engineer

Program directly introduces chemical engineering discipline, fields, and hands-on lab work.

Mechanical Engineer

Explores mechanical engineering fundamentals through hands-on activities in engineering labs.

Electrical Engineer

Program covers electrical and computer engineering disciplines with lab-based instruction.

Civil Engineer

Introduces civil and environmental engineering fundamentals and explores the built world.

Quick Facts

Grade Levels
10th - 11th
Format
In-Person
Time Commitment
1 week residential or 4 days
Best For
Aspiring engineers

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