Our Program

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On October 13, 2021, the GE Foundation, with GE Aerospace and the University of Cincinnati, launched Next Engineers Cincinnati. Together, we are investing in Greater Cincinnati’s youth — the future engineers who will drive the change the world needs.

GE Aerospace employees: are you interested in volunteering for Next Engineers? If so, contact the Cincinnati Team for more information.

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Engineering Discovery
Grade 8

Opportunities to explore and discover

Students (8th Grade) build awareness about what engineers do through a variety of short, exploratory sessions led by GE Aerospace engineers. Volunteers deliver creative, hands-on activities in the classroom or community to inspire young people and expand their understanding of what engineering is all about.

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Engineering Academy
Grade 10

A transformative learning experience 

Are you a 10th grader? Do you want the chance to think and act like an engineer? Apply to be in the Engineering Academy. Beginning in 2025, all new Academy cohorts will participate in a 2-year Engineering Academy model. Over two years, students learn engineering skills and prepare for college. With over 180 hours over 2 years outside of school, the Academy includes a series of immersive design challenges, career coaching, and college-readiness workshops to equip youth with the skills they need to build an engineering career. All Next Engineers: Engineering Academy Cincinnati graduates who enroll in an engineering degree program at an institution of higher education are eligible to receive a scholarship.

Interested in applying to the Engineering Academy? Complete the form below and we'll contact you when applications open! If you have any questions, please e-mail GENextEngineers@ucmail.uc.edu. Thank you!