What We Do
ETC partners with Department of Defense agencies to create sustainable, localized STEM programs supported by robust ecosystems. These initiatives deliver proven, high-quality curricula across a broad range of STEM disciplines, fostering innovation and building pathways for future talent.
How We Help
- Program management and execution
- Curriculum development
- Partnership development
- Program marketing and promotions
Projects
ETC shepherds many projects throughout Maryland and beyond. Read more about each project area.


RoboMasterminds
Building age-appropriate technical skills in robotics, programming, and engineering
U.S. Army Research Laboratory and Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division

NETAP
Providing high school internships to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and engineering skills
Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division

Cyber SyncED
Infusing cybersecurity concepts in non-STEM curriculum
U.S. Army Educational Outreach Program

Navigate the Future
Delivering experiential STEM learning in tribal schools
National Defense Education Program

AEOP GEMS
Creating summer programs for high schoolers
U.S. Army Educational Outreach Program

Internships
Providing undergraduates research internships at Army and Navy laboratories
ETC Internship Program

BEST START
Collaborating to enhance energy resiliency, build ecosystems, and expand energy sciences workforce
U.S. Army Research Laboratory, University of St. Thomas in Minnesota, and ETC

Catapult Challenge
Catapult Challenge: Developing engineering and analytical skills in middle school students through experiential learning
ETC Headquarters
