From time to time, our friends and partners pass along opportunities for our members that range from scholarships and special programs to competitions and research studies. As a service to our members, we are sharing those opportunities here as we receive them. Please take a look to see what suits you and check back from time to time to see new listings.
Opportunities
Please take a look to see what suits you and check back from time to time to see new listings.
Opportunities
Students 10,000 Degrees - Scholarships For Low Income Students
Application Deadline:
March 3, 2026
10,000 Degrees provides scholarships to students with financial need and who exhibit a strong desire to go to college and accomplish their educational goals. Our scholarship recipients are often the first in their family to attend and graduate college! We award scholarships primarily to students in the regions we serve in the Bay Area, California.
In its 16th year, the Summit has grown into the nation’s premier energy innovation event. This three-day conference brings together 3,000+ scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs who are working to overcome the toughest energy challenges facing the world today. It will take place April 7-9, 2026, at the Gaylord Pacific Resort and Convention Center in San Diego, California.
The Summit program will feature:
· Visionary keynotes from leaders in energy innovation;
· Expert-led breakout panels on emerging science and technology; and
· The ARPA-E Technology Showcase featuring 400+ groundbreaking ARPA-E-funded technologies and offering attendees early access to groundbreaking tools, transformative partnerships, and potential funding opportunities.
In addition to being an opportunity for scouting emerging technologies, the Summit is also where ARPA-E funding programs, potential areas of technical focus, and future partnership plans are often first discussed in detail.
In short, attending the Summit would give your members an early look at where the energy innovation community is headed.
2026 Rube Goldberg Machine Contest
locally, globally and virtually
Applications are Ongoing
Your community of all ages can enter to build a Rube Goldberg Machine to Open A Box. There are opportunities to compete locally, globally and virtually. The 2026 World Championships are at Purdue University in Indiana!
We do regional events, but we are looking for additional locations that might be interested in hosting a small event at their school. Students are invited to compete at any location nearby that is already hosting a contest or can compete virtually!
International Students Scholarships
MPOWER Financier
Scholarships are Ongoing
Since 2018, MPOWER has supported international students and DACA students with the scholarships and support they need to soar academically.
MPOWER’s international student scholarships support future leaders and are designed to help as many students as possible. In addition to a variety of specific scholarships like those for DACA students, and women in STEM, they also offer unique monthly scholarship opportunities. Each month the topic for submission will change, past examples include Back to School Advice and Embracing and Overcoming Challenges. Check back each month for updates.
National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) Program Opportunities
NFPA
NFPA Programs are Ongoing
The National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) is a trade association with over 300 members serving manufacturers of fluid power (hydraulic and pneumatic) components and systems, their distributors, suppliers, and related educators.
NFPA members are motivated to grow the number of students educated in fluid power and connect them to careers in the fluid power industry.
The NFPA does this through a variety of ongoing programs, including grants, scholarships, industry connection opportunities, and curricula.
AIAA Scholarships
AIAA Foundation
Ongoing
AIAA offers a variety of scholarships designed to support students passionate about aerospace and aviation. These opportunities aim to alleviate the financial burden of higher education while fostering the next generation of innovators and leaders in the field. Whether you’re a high school student looking to enter the aerospace industry or an undergraduate already immersed in the subject, AIAA’s scholarships provide a chance to pursue your academic goals with the backing of a prestigious organization committed to advancing the aerospace profession. These scholarships open doors for students to gain valuable resources and connections in their journey toward a successful career.
Tu Puedes! (You’ve Got This): Exploring the challenges and opportunities of Women of Color in STEM doctoral programs
Texas Woman’s University
Ongoing
The purpose of this study is to explore the experiences of graduate students who are women of color (WOC). While research exists on the lack of representation of WOC in the STEM doctoral program, only a small amount of research focuses on specific resources that can make WOC feel a sense of belonging within their graduate program. This study will offer a description of programs and programmatic elements that WOC graduate students identify as affirmative experiences while pursuing a doctoral degree.
Please email [email protected] if you would like to volunteer to participate in my study.
Engineering Launchpad
Virtual
Anyone Can Join Anytime
Engineering Launchpad is a free, global community of thousands of incoming, current, and former engineering students dedicated to helping each other succeed. Built by students, for students, the community was created to bridge the gap between ambition and opportunity, offering students a place to grow, connect, and collaborate with other talented and ambitious engineering students around the world.
The server is full of different channels dedicated to resume reviews/feedback, project help/showcases, internship help & opportunities, making friends and meeting people, and tons of other useful resources. Additionally, members can join monthly live Q&A sessions with guest speakers who are engineers from leading companies like Tesla, Microsoft, SpaceX, Amazon, NVIDIA, etc. where they can ask any questions and get live answers.
At its core, Engineering Launchpad embodies a collaborative, “win together” environment where nobody is judged and where everyone helps one another succeed. By bringing engineering students from across the world into one supportive space, the community makes navigating an engineering degree and building a successful career path less intimidating for everyone.
Resources for Students & Educators – Powered by NFPA
Virtual
Anyone Can Join Anytime
Resources for Students & Educators – Powered by NFPA
The National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) is a leading trade association dedicated to advancing the hydraulics and pneumatics industry. With a network of over 300 manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers, NFPA supports education and innovation through several impactful programs. Students pursuing fluid power-related degrees can apply for $2,500 scholarships to support their tuition. Educators, robotics teams, and community organizations are also eligible for $500 Fluid Power Grants to fund hands-on activities and equipment. Additionally, NFPA offers facility tours and access to industry speakers, providing students with real-world insights into exciting career paths in fluid power. To get started, email [email protected].
The National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) is a leading trade association dedicated to advancing the hydraulics and pneumatics industry. With a network of over 300 manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers, NFPA supports education and innovation through several impactful programs. Students pursuing fluid power-related degrees can apply for $2,500 scholarships to support their tuition. Educators, robotics teams, and community organizations are also eligible for $500 Fluid Power Grants to fund hands-on activities and equipment. Additionally, NFPA offers facility tours and access to industry speakers, providing students with real-world insights into exciting career paths in fluid power. To get started, email [email protected].
STEM Scholarships
Virtual
Anyone Can Apply Anytime
We’re excited to share with you some of the exclusive scholarship opportunities we’ve discovered. These programs help reduce financial barriers and empower students to achieve their academic and career goals. Explore a variety of scholarships offered by trusted organizations and take the next step toward your future. Apply today and unlock your potential!
NTxSI Semiconductor MS Scholar Program
North Texas Semiconductor Institute
Anyone Can Apply Anytime
The North Texas Semiconductor Institute (NTxSI) is offering a Master’s Scholar Program designed to support and empower future leaders in semiconductor technology.
Program Benefits Include:
- Tuition Support: Provided for four semesters.
- Stipend Support: Available for five semesters, including a summer research experience between the first and second year.
- Industry Exposure: Scholars will have the opportunity to attend the MS Semiconductor Scholar Conference at the Texas Institute for Electronics.
Fellowship Requirements:
- Citizenship Status: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents.
- Undergraduate Degree: A Bachelor of Arts or Science in physical sciences (e.g., chemistry, physics) or an engineering discipline is required. Applicants with other degrees may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- GPA Requirement: A minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in junior- and senior-level coursework, as well as any completed graduate coursework.
- Academic Standing: Must be accepted into the MS program in Materials Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering at UT-Dallas prior to fellowship selection.
- Fellowship Application: Applicants must apply and be selected as recipients of the NTxSI Scholar Fellowship.
- Certificate Completion: Completion of the Graduate Certificate in Semiconductor Technology is required as part of the MS curriculum.
- Research Component: Scholars must complete a thesis project focused on semiconductor technology.