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
Department of Energy Announces New Funding to Train Emergency Response and Building Professionals
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DOE announced training program funding for professionals who interact with distributed energy resources, including firefighters and first responders.
Jefferson Lab Provides Virginia Teachers With Virtual Teaching Resources
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In lieu of Teacher Night, Jefferson Lab will offer Virginia teachers free distance-learning tools.
Energy Department Announces up to $22 Million for Marine Energy Foundational R&D and Testing Infrastructure Upgrades
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Energy Department announces marine energy funding opportunity to leverage the expertise and intellectual capital of non-federal research institutions.
Idaho National Laboratory Joins Equal by 30 to Pursue Equal Pay, Opportunities, Representation for Women
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Public and private sector organizations work toward equal pay, equal leadership and equal opportunities for women in the clean energy sector.
PPPL celebrates the women of the Laboratory during Women’s History Month
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View the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory slideshow celebrating the women of the Laboratory during Women’s History Month.
Teamwork Triumphs at 2020 Illinois Regional Middle School Science Bowl
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At the 2020 Illinois Middle School Regional Science Bowl, Argonne encouraged middle school teams to take big steps as future STEM leaders.
Design Challenge Weekend Goes Virtual
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Due to the recent health concerns related to the coronavirus (COVID-19), Design Challenge Weekend (April 17–19) will be completely virtual.
Meet a Scientist (or Engineer!) With Our New Faces of STEM Series
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You don’t need to leave your house to get to know science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) professionals across the country.
STEM at Home
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Your house may not be a school, day care, or museum - but it can tap into those great resources to teach STEM to kids in the household.
Inspiring Next Generation of Women as STEM Leaders
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Why Cheryl Ingstad, Director of the Office of Artificial Intelligence & Technology Office, is aiming to inspire more women to pursue STEM careers.
STEM Events from the Energy Department
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Apr169:00 AM Apr 16 - 5:00 PM Apr 19 (EDT)
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Apr1711:00 AM Apr 17 - 2:00 PM Apr 19 (EDT)
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Apr2410:00 AM Apr 24 - 4:00 PM Apr 26 (EDT)
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Apr308:00 AM Apr 30 - 3:00 PM May 4 (EDT)
STEM Rising: All-things-STEM at the Energy Department
Other STEM Resources
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.
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.
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!
Women in the Manhattan Project
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Women made essential contributions to the success of the top-secret Manhattan Project mission.
Coloring Book: Women of the Manhattan Project
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Download our free Women of the Manhattan Project coloring book.