National and Community STEM Resources
Discover programs, tools and opportunities that support STEM learning and future career pathways.
Explore Programs That Inspire Learning and Launch Careers
Idaho National Laboratory supports students, educators and communities by connecting them with high-quality STEM education resources from federal agencies, state partners and trusted education organizations. These programs provide classroom materials, professional development opportunities, internships, scholarships, workforce training programs and grant funding that strengthen the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) pipeline and prepare the next generation of innovators.
Below is a curated list of national and regional partners whose STEM initiatives align with workforce development, scientific literacy and innovation priorities important to Idaho and the nation.
A Practical Guide to E-waste Education and Events in Schools
A comprehensive guide for educators and outreach professionals to teach electronic waste, critical materials and battery recycling while launching school-based collection programs.
CyberPatriot
National Youth Cyber Education Program
National cybersecurity competitions and training programs that inspire K–12 students to pursue careers in technology and national security.
DOE
U.S. Department of Energy
Internships, workforce development programs and classroom resources focused on energy, national security and scientific innovation.
DoD STEM
U.S. Department of Defense
Lesson plans, virtual tools and STEM competitions connected to defense innovation and technology careers.
Energy Kids
U.S. Energy Information Administration
Interactive lessons, games and educational tools that help students understand energy sources, electricity and everyday energy use.
INL
Idaho National Laboratory
A curated collection of hands-on lessons, classroom materials and STEM exploration tools developed and supported by Idaho National Laboratory.
Idaho STEM Action Center
Statewide educator resources, student programs and industry partnerships that connect STEM learning to Idaho’s high-demand careers.
NASA
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Lesson plans, student challenges and internship opportunities connected to real NASA missions in space, science and engineering.
Navigating Nuclear: Energizing Our World
American Nuclear Society
Standards-aligned middle school lessons and interactive resources exploring nuclear science and its impact on energy, healthcare, food and the environment.
NIFA
U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Agriculture and food systems education, research funding and outreach programs that expand access to STEM learning and real-world experience.
NIST
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Resources in measurement science, technology and standards that support classroom learning and innovation-driven careers.
NOAA
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Weather, ocean and environmental science materials, student programs and professional learning opportunities.
NSF
National Science Foundation
Classroom innovation initiatives, educator development programs and competitive STEM funding opportunities.
Science Trek
Idaho Public Television STEM Program
Elementary-focused STEM videos and classroom resources that make science concepts engaging and accessible for young learners.
Smithsonian Science Education Center
Free curriculum materials, interactive STEM resources and professional learning programs for formal and informal education settings.
U.S. Department of Education
National initiatives and competitive grants that strengthen STEM education access and policy nationwide.
U.S. Department of Labor
Registered apprenticeships and skills training programs that connect STEM learning to workforce needs.
USFS
U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service
Conservation-focused education resources that support hands-on learning in environmental problem-solving and natural science.
USGS
U.S. Geological Survey
Educational materials on natural hazards, ecosystems, energy and earth systems science.
USPTO
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Innovation education and intellectual property awareness initiatives that help students and educators explore creativity and invention.
Veterans Affairs
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
STEM degree pathways, technology training programs and career support designed for veterans and their families.
This resource list includes publicly available information from federal agency STEM education websites. Content has been summarized and reformatted by Idaho National Laboratory for informational purposes.
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