Empowering the next generation of women STEM leaders, innovators and disruptors.
What we do
Project Scientist is a national education nonprofit that creates joyful and engaging experiences in science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) for girls* to inspire confidence and belonging in STEM. We offer summer and out-of-school programs in partnership with local schools, school districts, nonprofit organizations serving underestimated communities.
*While we focus on girls, Project Scientist is committed to serving children of all gender identities and expressions.
Elevated Institute Applications are now live!
Calling All PreK-12 Educators!
Be part of a community of educators committed to expanding belonging in STEM learning. Through collaborative learning, hands-on activities, and a supportive educator network, participants strengthen their teaching practice and develop strategies that expand belonging and opportunity in STEM.
Deadline to Apply: September 11, 2026
Acceptance decisions will be shared with all applicants by September 18.
Programs
Project Scientist’s Innovation Lab is a joyful, hands-on, immersive summer STEAM camp designed to build confidence and spark curiosity in girls.
Project Scientist’s Explorers Club is a joyful, hands-on, flexible, out-of-school STEAM program designed to build confidence, spark curiosity in girls.
Project Scientist’s Scholars Circle is an interactive virtual or in-person STEAM Leadership program for teens ages 13–18 designed to build confidence, ignite curiosity, and empower their dreams.
The Project Scientist Elevated Institute is an initiative by teachers for teachers, training educators on integrating gender and racially-equitable STEAM teaching strategies.
Partner with us
STEM COMPANIES
We are looking for partners who prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and in their communities. As a Project Scientist partner, you will empower the next generation of STEM leaders by providing programming at no cost, connecting your employees with opportunities to work in the community and see first-hand the impact your company is making.
SCHOOLS & NONPROFITS
Project Scientists partners with school districts, individual schools, nonprofit and community organizations, and library systems to offer our programs. We provide curriculum, training materials for teachers, STEAM education kits for students and all the logistical support to run our programs.
PARENTS
Are you a parent or caregiver looking for interactive educational programs for your child? Do you want to support your child’s STEM dreams? Project Scientist can help. Read on to know how.
Our Impact
30,000
Girls Served
We have served over 30,000 girls across the United States and Mexico.
160,000
STEAM Experiences
We have provided over 160,000 STEAM experiences for our students.
384
Expeditions Hosted
We have partnered with leading STEM companies to host over 380 expeditions for our students.
1,800
STEM Professionals Engaged
We have engaged over 1,800 women STEM professionals to inspire our students.
"This is a big opportunity for girls…it makes you think more about earth and about how many things you can change through science. I want to be a surgeon because I love helping people. I think everyone can change the world."
Grace, Age 10