University Partnership for Workforce Advancement and Research & Development in Semiconductors (UPWARDS) Session 2 – Virginia Tech

University Partnership for Workforce Advancement and Research & Development in Semiconductors (UPWARDS) Session 2

Academic Stem College Prep Scholarships available

Virginia Tech

Date/Time: Jul 12 - 25, 2026

Ages: 16-18

Cost: $2,250.00

Registration deadline: Mar 8, 2026

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The University Partnership for Workforce Advancement and Research & Development in Semiconductors (UPWARDS), will focus on the microelectronics industry, cleanroom fabrication and career opportunities. Participants should be interested in pursuing electrical, computer, materials science or chemical engineering or a related field. UPWARDS is funded in part by the National Science Foundation, Micron Technology, Inc., and Tokyo Electron Ltd.

Location

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg, VA 24061

Virginia Tech

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University Partnership for Workforce Advancement and Research & Development in Semiconductors (UPWARDS) Session 2

Jul 12 - 25, 2026

$2,250.00

| Ages: 16 - 18

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Virginia Tech

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(540) 231-7411

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It's a great time to start thinking about your goals for your college educational experience. Virginia Tech's College of Engineering offers a number of programs designed to help you get ahead and experience engineering at this important time. Programs are available for middle school, high school, and incoming freshmen students. Explore the world of science through action-packed, fun, thought-provoking summer camps in the College of Science at Virginia Tech. In our camps, you can DO science— carry out experiments, work with cutting-edge technology, and solve real-life problems. Our talented professors and staff will inspire and prepare you for a great future in science!

Location

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg, VA 24061