2027 SOAR STEM and Trade Careers Symposium

An interactive showcase of our region's STEM and Trade careers and companies.
About this Event

February 23, 2027 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Schultz Center, Jacksonville

Inspiring our next generation of STEM and Trade career leaders.

Representatives from several Major Corporations, Universities, and Government agencies will be available to meet with students and transitioning military interested in pursuing careers in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) and trade career fields.

Why should you participate?

• Interactive displays
• Internship Connections / Career Resources
• Education Information / College Readiness
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Networking with Recruiters
• Military Academy Resources

This year's event will be focused on:

• Biomedical technology
• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics / Drones
• Military Academies
• E-Sports
• Career Resources - Resume Writing/Dress for Success
• Internships

This event is open to the public. High school, college students, and transitioning military welcome.

• Students/Faculty/Chaperones: Free
• Government/Military: $15
• Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Members: $25
• Industry / Non-SAME Members: $35

Lunch included

For questions email to Event Commitee at [email protected]

Scholarship applications are now open.
Any questions regarding scholarships, please contact:
[email protected]










Agenda

🕑: 08:30 AM
Doors Open / Interactive Booths Open
🕑: 09:30 AM - 09:45 AM
General Session Attendees Assemble
🕑: 10:15 AM
Key Note Speaker
🕑: 10:45 AM
Scholarships Presentation
🕑: 11:15 AM
Drone Challenge
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🕑: 10:00 AM
General Session - Opening Remarks
🕑: 09:45 AM - 10:00 AM
Pledge of Allegiance / Color Guard / Singing of National Anthem