Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program Application Period Open

The Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program allows high school students to study for 8 continuous weeks during the summer at a Department of the Navy lab, including receiving a stipend.  Participating labs in California are located in Corona, Monterey, and San Diego.  The program is designed to encourage students to pursue a career in science and engineering disciplines.  The application for summer 2013 and further information, including eligibility requirements, is available at http://seap.asee.org/. 

Ventura Students Visit NAVFAC ESC

Twenty-six pre-engineering students from eight Ventura and Oxnard area high schools recently toured the Naval Facilities Engineering Service Center/Ocean Facilities Department to explore how engineering challenges are met in an ocean environment.  The students visited an ROV (remotely operated vehicle) pool, having the opportunity to steer "SeaBotix," as well as pressure vessels used to simulate deep ocean conditions.  The tour is part of the Navy's efforts to promote local STEM education.  http://www.vcstar.com/news/2012/apr/04/pre-engineering-students-peek-into-navys-view-of/