
STEAM Connect builds on our STEAM Pathways Coalition goals to connect current and future STEAM Pros via monthly “Pop-up” engagements. Pop-ups are free after-school “field trips” to local area workplaces.
Our goal is to bring together next generation learners (children/students thru college) and current professionals, through on-site tours and explorations of various STEAM careers.
Learners will receive exposure to industry and career opportunities in a “take your kid to work” style. “Next-gen Pros” (aka students, learners) as well as “Big kids” (adults, retired/employed) and are all welcome, to build relationships and our futures together.
Pop-ups are planned to be monthly 1.5 hour visits on 2nd or 3rd Wednesdays of each month during the school year. We’ll get a behind-the-scenes view of these careers and have an opportunity to ask questions of current employees.
Here’s a list of currently scheduled Pop-ups including registration information:
STEAM Connect Pop-up Events
| Dates | STEAM Connect POP-UP | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2025 | 4-5:30pm | Fulcrum Construction | Event Recap - photos |
| Oct 15, 2025 | 4-5:30pm | Explore Silicon Forest High Tech @BESThq | Event Recap |
| Nov 19, 2025 | 4-5:30pm | Tektronix The Tech That's Building Tomorrow | Event Recap |
| Dec 17, 2025 | 4-5:30pm | Aviation Careers – hosted by Hillsboro Aero Academy | Register Here! |
| Jan 21, 2026 | 4-5:30pm | Leatherman Tool – Exploring Design and Manufacturing | Register Here! |
| Feb 11, 2026 | 4-5:30 | Interstate Bridge Replacement (IBR)! | Event Page Registration opens on Dec 16th |
| Mar | Available! | ||
| Apr 22, 2026 | 4-5:30 | Behind the scenes at Oaks Park Amusement Park | Registeration coming soon |
| May | Available! | ||
| Jun | Available! |
We are continuing to identify new Pop-ups. If you have any questions, are interested in potentially hosting a Pop-up, or have an idea for an awesome Pop-up location, please see STEAM Connect Popup Host and/or connect with Erik.
Erik Mace – Erik@BestHQ.net / 786-472-2537
STEAM Connect Program Manager
If you are interested in being notified when we schedule Pop-ups in the Portland area, please let us know below: