FOCUS

FOCUS Program

FOCUS Overview

The FOCUS program gives high school students hands-on experience in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) through classwork and team projects led by BAE Systems employees – allowing them explore STEM careers in depth before choosing any one path.

The program demonstrates the basic principles and applications of software, mechanical, and electrical engineering through a small scale robotics competition.

Guided by experienced engineers, FOCUS projects simulate a real-world atmosphere, where students work through various elements of a project lifecycle - including development, production, testing, finance, and project management.

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Program highlights

Schedule and eligibility

Nashua, NH

Eighteen students per session
Three, 11-week sessions offered per year (Fall, Winter, and Spring)
Sessions held Wednesdays from 6-8 p.m. in Nashua, NH

Austin, TX

12 students per session
Two, 11-week sessions offered per year (Fall and Spring)
Sessions held Tuesdays, from 6-8 p.m. in Austin, TX

Students applying for FOCUS must be enrolled in high school (freshman – senior) and have an interest in science, technology, engineering and/or math. FOCUS' attendance policy requires that students do not miss more than two sessions during the 11-week program. Students should be sure that other extracurricular activities do not conflict with the FOCUS program schedule. Reliable transportation to and from the program is required.

At FOCUS, I was able to improve collaboration and team leadership skills along with expanding technical know-how. Additionally, the volunteers at FOCUS helped me gain a greater insight into real-world job scenarios and career paths Suryam Gupta, FOCUS program participant

FOCUS is a program that exposes you to the areas of engineering and allows you to use your creative to create a robot that works in a specific game. Connor Lord, FOCUS program participant

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

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Upcoming events

Nashua, NH

Fall 2023 session (in-person) - September 27 - December 6

Sessions run Wednesday evenings from 6-8 p.m.

Application period for Fall 2023 - August 15 through September 18

Please click here to access the application

Students will be notified by September 19

Austin, TX

Fall 2023 session (in person) - September 12 through December 5

Sessions run Tuesday evenings from 6-8 p.m.

Application period for Fall 2023 - August 7 through September 1

Please click here to access the application

Students will be notified by September 6

We are now utilizing Tallo, an online portal that connects students with opportunities to host our program applications. Students can create a free profile in Tallo and will be able to access program applications. If you have difficulty accessing Tallo or would like to register manually please contact us.

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FOCUS

FOCUS Program

FOCUS Overview

Program highlights

Schedule and eligibility

Nashua, NH

Austin, TX

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Students in FOCUS get a range of experience in STEM fields through lessons and hands-on projects

Upcoming events

Nashua, NH

Austin, TX

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