The program offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with aerospace industry mentors and NASA scientists on a realistic Mars mission design, culminating in a week-long residency at The Museum of Flight.
The Washington Aerospace Scholars (WAS) Summer Residency is a six-day, in-person program at The Museum of Flight for high school juniors who have successfully completed an online course. Students collaborate in teams to design a human mission to Mars, supported by aerospace industry mentors, STEM professionals, NASA scientists, and university students. Participants tour local aerospace companies and engage in hands-on engineering challenges, developing leadership, communication, and teamwork skills. The program also offers opportunities to interact with professionals in various STEM fields and gain job interview experience. Graduates become part of an alumni network and are eligible for Museum scholarships.
A typical day involves students working in teams on their Mars mission design, engaging in hands-on engineering challenges, and interacting with aerospace industry mentors and guest speakers. There are also opportunities for tours of local aerospace companies.
This program is ideal for high school juniors in Washington State who are highly motivated, interested in STEM career pathways, and eager to engage in a challenging, collaborative aerospace design experience.
The Museum of Flight, 9404 E. Marginal Way South, Seattle, WA 98108-4097
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