MassRobotics encourages high school girls interested in STEM to apply for Jumpstart Fellowship - The Robot Report

MassRobotics has opened applications for Cohort 6 of its Jumpstart Fellowship, a program designed to prepare high school girls for careers in robotics and STEM fields. Running from January to May 2026, the program includes Saturday sessions, a week of robotics company visits during the February school vacation, and paid internships to provide real-world experience. The fellowship targets female juniors and seniors in Massachusetts, prioritizing Boston students, and offers opportunities to engage with mentors and alumnae, including at the upcoming Robot Block Party on September 27. Since its inception in 2021, the Jumpstart Fellowship has empowered 98 girls across Massachusetts, with 88% pursuing STEM careers, primarily in engineering and computer science. The program emphasizes technical skill development, professional networking, and confidence-building to help young women envision and succeed in STEM pathways. MassRobotics will also honor women leaders in robotics at its annual gala on October 25, celebrating notable researchers and featuring Jumpstart alumnae as guests. The organization continues