TechGirls 2026: Empowering the Next Generation of Female Leaders in STEM

Name: TechGirls 2026: Empowering the Next Generation of Female Leaders in STEM
Start: 2026
Location: United States

Summer School Fully funded

Legacy International United States 2026

Information

TechGirls is a U.S.-based summer exchange program for young women aged 15-17 from the United States and select countries. The program includes a three-week U.S.-based experience with hands-on training in STEM, followed by a seven-month mentoring program that supports participants after the exchange to undertake community-based projects.

Benefits

Three-week in-person experience in the United States with a STEM-focused program, plus a seven-month mentorship and support for community-based projects after returning home.

Eligibility

Applicants must be citizens and current residents of the 2026 participating countries/territories, aged 15-17 at the start of the exchange, with strong interest and skills in STEM, and the willingness to participate in a long-term mentorship and community project after returning home.

Application

Apply through the official TechGirls application portal; eligibility and application information are provided on the program's site and linked pages.

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Opportunity Details

TypeSummer School

FundingFully funded

OrganiserLegacy International

LocationUnited States

Study level High school

Open toCitizenship and current residence in eligible participating countries/territories as listed by the program.

Age15–17 years

Engineering Computer Science Open to all subjects

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