Inspire the Next Generation of InnovatorsVolunteer Presenters, Mentors, and Panelists needed for summer tech career literacy program for youth grades 6-8. As little as 1 hour of your time could inspire the next tech professional.About STEM Coding LabSTEM Coding Lab is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2017, with the mission of providing K-8 children living in underserved communities with CS/AI/STEM skills needed to succeed in a digital economy. SCL delivers 180+ classes every week across more than 30 schools and institutions to more than 4,300 K-8 children.
Programming is primarily delivered during the school day (70%) and after school (15%), with the remainder through summer camps and special events. SCL's educators deliver an experiential, hands-on learning model grounded in robotics and game design. More than 80% of participating students are eligible for Title I federal free lunch, and SCL has maintained a 100% retention rate among its school partners.The Mission: CS ExplorersSTEM Coding Lab is seeking tech professionals to anchor our CS Explorers Career Literacy Program.
This isn't a standard classroom lecture—it's an interactive, high-energy summer experience designed to show middle schoolers that a career in tech is exciting, creative, and within their reach.Who We're Looking ForWe are seeking professionals (or enthusiasts!) of all career levels, with the following areas of expertise, that have a desire to inspire the next generation of tech professionals:Design & Art: UX/UI Design, 3D Modeling, Industrial Design, Computer-Aided Design (CAD)Data & AI: Data Analysis, Data Science, Machine LearningRobotics & Engineering: Robotics/Automation Engineering, Software EngineeringVolunteer RolesGuest PresentersCommitment: One 45-minute interactive session.What you'll do: Share your career journey and host a "day-in-the-life" activity. Make it hands-on!Deadline: Submit your activity plan 14 days before your scheduled date.Career PanelistsCommitment: 2 hours per session.What you'll do: Sit on a professional panel to provide students with feedback on their work. You'll offer real-world context for the skills they're learning and keep the encouragement high.Project MentorsCommitment: 1 hour per session.What you'll do: Work with small groups (2-3 students) to help them troubleshoot and polish their projects.
You are their "technical consultant" and biggest cheerleader.2026 Schedule & LocationLocation: Various sites throughout Pittsburgh, PA (Allegheny County). You can volunteer for 1, 2 or 3 sessions.Session 1: June 29 – July 9Session 2: July 13 – July 23Session 3: July 27 – August 6Pre-Program RequirementsJune 2026: 1-hour virtual info session + volunteer application and 1-hour virtual training