Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, commonly known as STEM, are the essential building blocks to accomplishing the U.S. Department of Energy's mission from coast to coast. STEM Rising is our initiative to inspire, educate, and spark an upwards trajectory to lifelong success in STEM through sharing the Department's National Labs, National Nuclear Security Administration, and program office's programs, resources, competitions, events, internship opportunities and more.
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Kindergarten through High School
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Online resources, experiential learning, and event information for students ranging from Kindergarten to Grade 12.
College & Continued Learning
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The Department of Energy is full of learning, research and job opportunities: from entrepreneurship competitions to research at our National Labs.
Teachers
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Looking for lesson plans, workshops, and research opportunities? You'll find that and more on this page.
Workforce
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STEM resources for people currently in the STEM workforce, including online learning, experiential learning, and grants and research opportunities.
STEM Rising Blog
Apply for Solar Decathlon’s 2021 Design Challenge; Plan for 2023 Build Challenge!
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Collegiate institutions may now apply for the 2021 Design Challenge. Applications are due by October 20, 2020.
Exemplary Student Research Program Inspires our Next Generation of Researchers
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The annual Exemplary Student Research Program welcomes students from Chicagoland high schools to a unique experience: conducting research.
NNSA Administrator recruits a workforce for the future
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Lisa E. Gordon-Hagerty speaks to summer conference on nuclear weapons infrastructure, strategy, and policy.
Celebrating Ocean Month with Molly Grear
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Learn why Molly Grear loves her job as an ocean engineer and marine biologist with Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.
Celebrating Ocean Month with John Vavrinec
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Learn why John Vavrinec loves his job as a marine ecologist at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Marine Sciences Laboratory.
The People Who Protect and Harness the Power of the Ocean
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In recognition of National Ocean Month during June 2020, STEM Rising has been highlighting ocean researchers at the Energy Department.
Celebrating Ocean Month with Kailan Mackereth
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Learn why Kailan Mackereth loves her job as an Earth scientist at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.
Celebrating Ocean Month with Lenaïg Hemery
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Learn why Lenaïg Hemery loves her job as a marine energy specialist at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.
Celebrating Ocean Month with Nikki Sather
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Learn why Nikki Sather loves her job as a research scientist at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory’s Marine Sciences Laboratory.
Celebrating Ocean Month with Rob Cavagnaro
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Learn why Rob Cavagnaro loves his job as a mechanical engineer at the Marine Sciences Laboratory at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.
STEM Events from the Energy Department
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Jul209:00 AM Jul 20 - 4:00 PM Jul 24 (EDT)
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Jul261:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EDT)
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Aug231:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EDT)
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Sep201:40 PM Sep 20 - 5:00 PM Sep 26 (EDT)
STEM Rising: All-things-STEM at the Energy Department
Other STEM Resources
Women in Energy
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A page showcasing the leadership and contributions of women in the energy sector and encouraging girls to continue studying STEM.
Energy Kids
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Games, activities and more resources from U.S. Energy Information Administration to help kids learn the basics of energy!
STEM Help Wanted Booklet
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The Idaho National Laboratory K-12 STEM team created this booklet to showcase STEM careers and staff at INL.
Women in the Manhattan Project
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Women made essential contributions to the success of the top-secret Manhattan Project mission.
K-12 Educators and Students Links from the National Laboratories
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This page features content from the National Laboratories in K-12 educator and student resources, compiled by the Office of Science.
Charting a Course for Success: America's Strategy for STEM Education
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The new CoSTEM 5-year Strategic Plan was released at the White House on Tuesday December 4th.
Coloring Book: Women of the Manhattan Project
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Download our free Women of the Manhattan Project coloring book.