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 typically 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 9, 2026 (date change) | 3-4:30pm | Genentech Where Science Becomes Medicine! ⭐ NEW | Register Here |
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| Jun 16, 2026 | Interstate Bridge Replacement (IBR) with our partners iUrbanTeen | Event Recap | |
| May 13, 2026 | Hidden Structures: The Art & Science of Lan Su Chinese Garden | Event Recap | |
| Apr 22, 2026 | Behind the scenes at Oaks Park Amusement Park | Event Recap | |
| Mar 11, 2026 | Portland Thorns/Fire (WNBA) Practice Facility, by Hoffman Construction | Event Recap | |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Leatherman Tool – Exploring Design and Manufacturing | Event Recap | |
| Dec 17, 2025 | Aviation Careers – hosted by Hillsboro Aero Academy | Event Recap | |
| Nov 19, 2025 | Tektronix The Tech That's Building Tomorrow | Event Recap | |
| Oct 15, 2025 | Explore Silicon Forest High Tech @BESThq | Event Recap | |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Fulcrum Construction | Event Recap - photos |
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 (see below)
We also have the upcoming STEAM Connect – Business Expo West event at PCC Willow Creek on April 8 4-7pm. Experience Lego Robotics, AI, VR headsets, tour a clean room, medical assistant, dozens of STEAM companies and their employees, speakers, and more! Find a summer job?
Students are free to attend. Register here!
Erik Mace – Er**@****hq.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