EngineerTeen
@engineerteen.bsky.social
A new program from the National Academy of Engineering and a sibling site to @engineergirlnae.bsky.social, EngineerTeen builds on that community to help youth chart their path to become the technical leaders of tomorrow.
Today in 1964, the NAE was established to champion engineering excellence and innovation. For 60+ years, we’ve brought together the nation’s leading minds to drive progress and solve society’s toughest challenges.
Photo: Formation of the NAE press conference (1964)
#NAE#EngineeringTheFuture#STEM
Photo: Formation of the NAE press conference (1964)
#NAE#EngineeringTheFuture#STEM
December 5, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Today in 1964, the NAE was established to champion engineering excellence and innovation. For 60+ years, we’ve brought together the nation’s leading minds to drive progress and solve society’s toughest challenges.
Photo: Formation of the NAE press conference (1964)
#NAE#EngineeringTheFuture#STEM
Photo: Formation of the NAE press conference (1964)
#NAE#EngineeringTheFuture#STEM
📱Today in Engineering History: The first ever text message was sent 33 years ago today (Dec 3, 1992) by Neil Papworth. He had to send it from his computer to his phone!
Learn more at: www.history.com/this-day-in-...
#engineeringmarvel#engineeringstudent #EngineeringSolutions#EngineeringExcellence
Learn more at: www.history.com/this-day-in-...
#engineeringmarvel#engineeringstudent #EngineeringSolutions#EngineeringExcellence
December 3, 2025 at 6:37 PM
📱Today in Engineering History: The first ever text message was sent 33 years ago today (Dec 3, 1992) by Neil Papworth. He had to send it from his computer to his phone!
Learn more at: www.history.com/this-day-in-...
#engineeringmarvel#engineeringstudent #EngineeringSolutions#EngineeringExcellence
Learn more at: www.history.com/this-day-in-...
#engineeringmarvel#engineeringstudent #EngineeringSolutions#EngineeringExcellence
Tired of scrolling? Got a few hours to kill? Good. We get it—being bored is the worst. Imagine using that time to engineer a functional, autonomous rover. This isn't homework; this is engineering that feels like a mission. Learn more: www.nasa.gov/learning-res...
#STEMprojects#engineers#STEM
#STEMprojects#engineers#STEM
November 14, 2025 at 12:23 AM
Tired of scrolling? Got a few hours to kill? Good. We get it—being bored is the worst. Imagine using that time to engineer a functional, autonomous rover. This isn't homework; this is engineering that feels like a mission. Learn more: www.nasa.gov/learning-res...
#STEMprojects#engineers#STEM
#STEMprojects#engineers#STEM
While yesterday was Veteran's Day, we salute all who served! Many of the greatest engineers and technical leaders we know honed their discipline, problem-solving, and precision in uniform. Thank you for your service and your continuing contributions! #VeteransDay #MilitaryEngineers
November 12, 2025 at 2:35 PM
While yesterday was Veteran's Day, we salute all who served! Many of the greatest engineers and technical leaders we know honed their discipline, problem-solving, and precision in uniform. Thank you for your service and your continuing contributions! #VeteransDay #MilitaryEngineers
Engineering is problem-solving! 🛠️ This Native American Heritage Month, we honor the centuries of Indigenous ingenuity that created sustainable, effective solutions for communities. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #EngineerTeen #FutureEngineers #Trailblazer #EngineeringEducation
November 6, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Engineering is problem-solving! 🛠️ This Native American Heritage Month, we honor the centuries of Indigenous ingenuity that created sustainable, effective solutions for communities. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #EngineerTeen #FutureEngineers #Trailblazer #EngineeringEducation
Meet Rory Cooper!
"I am a scientist, engineer, inventor, and Paralympian who designs cool technology...to help people with disabilities. I have won big awards, written books, and inspire others by proving that teamwork, science, and creativity can change the world."
engineerteen.org/11028/Rory-C...
"I am a scientist, engineer, inventor, and Paralympian who designs cool technology...to help people with disabilities. I have won big awards, written books, and inspire others by proving that teamwork, science, and creativity can change the world."
engineerteen.org/11028/Rory-C...
October 23, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Meet Rory Cooper!
"I am a scientist, engineer, inventor, and Paralympian who designs cool technology...to help people with disabilities. I have won big awards, written books, and inspire others by proving that teamwork, science, and creativity can change the world."
engineerteen.org/11028/Rory-C...
"I am a scientist, engineer, inventor, and Paralympian who designs cool technology...to help people with disabilities. I have won big awards, written books, and inspire others by proving that teamwork, science, and creativity can change the world."
engineerteen.org/11028/Rory-C...
Time to start planning 2026 Writing Contest submissions! This year, along with @engineergirlnae.bsky.social, we're asking students to use the engineering design process to create a work of art and a written statement to express how engineers create a better world. EngineerTeen.org/Contest!
October 19, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Time to start planning 2026 Writing Contest submissions! This year, along with @engineergirlnae.bsky.social, we're asking students to use the engineering design process to create a work of art and a written statement to express how engineers create a better world. EngineerTeen.org/Contest!
In the Clean an Oil Spill activity on EngineerTeen, you'll use household objects to design and construct a floating boom that will prevent an oil spill from reaching the beach and absorb as much oil as possible from a spill. Try it out then let us know how it worked! engineerteen.org/5140/Try-Thi...
October 16, 2025 at 1:42 PM
In the Clean an Oil Spill activity on EngineerTeen, you'll use household objects to design and construct a floating boom that will prevent an oil spill from reaching the beach and absorb as much oil as possible from a spill. Try it out then let us know how it worked! engineerteen.org/5140/Try-Thi...
Today we recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day, a day to "honor the perseverance and courage of Indigenous peoples, show our gratitude for the myriad contributions they have made to our world..." Learn more: nytimes.com/article/indi...
October 13, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Today we recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day, a day to "honor the perseverance and courage of Indigenous peoples, show our gratitude for the myriad contributions they have made to our world..." Learn more: nytimes.com/article/indi...
Today is the International Day of the Girl, a day that "focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face and to promote girls’ empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights." Follow #IDG2025 and visit www.un.org/en/observanc... to learn more.
October 11, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Today is the International Day of the Girl, a day that "focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face and to promote girls’ empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights." Follow #IDG2025 and visit www.un.org/en/observanc... to learn more.
Ever wonder what engineers actually do? Engineering fuels innovation, and tomorrow’s breakthroughs depend on the talent of today’s teens! Learn more at EngineerTeen.org.
October 4, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Ever wonder what engineers actually do? Engineering fuels innovation, and tomorrow’s breakthroughs depend on the talent of today’s teens! Learn more at EngineerTeen.org.
ICYMI: The 2026 Writing Contest is open! This year, along with our sibling platform @engineergirlnae.bsky.social, we're asking students to use the engineering design process to create a work of art, and a written statement, to express how engineers create a better world. engineerteen.org/Contest!
September 30, 2025 at 2:04 PM
ICYMI: The 2026 Writing Contest is open! This year, along with our sibling platform @engineergirlnae.bsky.social, we're asking students to use the engineering design process to create a work of art, and a written statement, to express how engineers create a better world. engineerteen.org/Contest!
Meet people like Beatris in the EngineerTeen Gallery!
"Hi, I'm Bea! I work at Microsoft & run a nonprofit called Nuevo Foundation to help students like you explore STEM. I didn’t grow up learning how to code, now I help others discover how fun & powerful it can be!"
engineerteen.org/10124/Beatri...
"Hi, I'm Bea! I work at Microsoft & run a nonprofit called Nuevo Foundation to help students like you explore STEM. I didn’t grow up learning how to code, now I help others discover how fun & powerful it can be!"
engineerteen.org/10124/Beatri...
September 27, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Meet people like Beatris in the EngineerTeen Gallery!
"Hi, I'm Bea! I work at Microsoft & run a nonprofit called Nuevo Foundation to help students like you explore STEM. I didn’t grow up learning how to code, now I help others discover how fun & powerful it can be!"
engineerteen.org/10124/Beatri...
"Hi, I'm Bea! I work at Microsoft & run a nonprofit called Nuevo Foundation to help students like you explore STEM. I didn’t grow up learning how to code, now I help others discover how fun & powerful it can be!"
engineerteen.org/10124/Beatri...
The 2026 Writing Contest is now open! This year, along with our sibling platform @engineergirlnae.bsky.social, we're asking students to use both writing and art to express how engineers create a better world. Get all of the details at EngineerTeen.org/Contest!
September 19, 2025 at 12:30 PM
The 2026 Writing Contest is now open! This year, along with our sibling platform @engineergirlnae.bsky.social, we're asking students to use both writing and art to express how engineers create a better world. Get all of the details at EngineerTeen.org/Contest!
Happy Birthday to trailblazer Christine Darden! Born on this day in 1942, Christine led research at NASA on the sound barrier and sonic boom. Learn more: engineerteen.org/4679/Christi...
September 10, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Happy Birthday to trailblazer Christine Darden! Born on this day in 1942, Christine led research at NASA on the sound barrier and sonic boom. Learn more: engineerteen.org/4679/Christi...
In the Mini Catapult activity on the EngineerTeen site, you'll try designing and constructing your own catapult to optimize its ability to launch a small projectile onto a target at a specified distance. Try it out, then let us know how your catapult works! engineerteen.org/5124/Try-Thi...
September 7, 2025 at 1:47 PM
In the Mini Catapult activity on the EngineerTeen site, you'll try designing and constructing your own catapult to optimize its ability to launch a small projectile onto a target at a specified distance. Try it out, then let us know how your catapult works! engineerteen.org/5124/Try-Thi...
"What experience do you have, and what advice can you share for youth regarding mastering academic challenges?"
Read what people working in engineering had to say: engineerteen.org/4568/Masteri...
Read what people working in engineering had to say: engineerteen.org/4568/Masteri...
September 3, 2025 at 5:29 PM
"What experience do you have, and what advice can you share for youth regarding mastering academic challenges?"
Read what people working in engineering had to say: engineerteen.org/4568/Masteri...
Read what people working in engineering had to say: engineerteen.org/4568/Masteri...
"What experience do you have, and what advice can you share for youth regarding making connections, building a community, or finding mentors?" Read what people working in engineering had to say: engineerteen.org/4570/Making-...
August 30, 2025 at 2:15 PM
"What experience do you have, and what advice can you share for youth regarding making connections, building a community, or finding mentors?" Read what people working in engineering had to say: engineerteen.org/4570/Making-...
Today is #WomensEqualityDay, which commemorates the day the 19th amendment was certified, giving some women the right to vote, and "honoring the struggles of the past, celebrating the gains of the present & forging continued action for a better future." www.internationalwomensday.com/Missions/155...
August 26, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Today is #WomensEqualityDay, which commemorates the day the 19th amendment was certified, giving some women the right to vote, and "honoring the struggles of the past, celebrating the gains of the present & forging continued action for a better future." www.internationalwomensday.com/Missions/155...
"What experience do you have, and what advice can you share for youth regarding acting as an ally for those with less power?" Read what people working in engineering had to say: engineerteen.org/4572/Acting-...
August 22, 2025 at 1:05 PM
"What experience do you have, and what advice can you share for youth regarding acting as an ally for those with less power?" Read what people working in engineering had to say: engineerteen.org/4572/Acting-...
There are multiple paths that can lead you to a rewarding career in engineering. From hands-on training in high school to advanced degrees, find information to help you choose the path that fits *you* best in the Possible Routes and Steps section: engineerteen.org/4533/Possibl...
August 16, 2025 at 1:15 PM
There are multiple paths that can lead you to a rewarding career in engineering. From hands-on training in high school to advanced degrees, find information to help you choose the path that fits *you* best in the Possible Routes and Steps section: engineerteen.org/4533/Possibl...
"What advice can you share for youth regarding overcoming doubt and discouragement/imposter syndrome?" Read what people working in engineering had to say: engineerteen.org/4566/Overcom...
August 12, 2025 at 1:20 PM
"What advice can you share for youth regarding overcoming doubt and discouragement/imposter syndrome?" Read what people working in engineering had to say: engineerteen.org/4566/Overcom...
Today, engineering is still evolving at a rapid pace. Engineers are working to address global challenges, develop cutting-edge technologies, and change the way new products are created. Engineers today are making tomorrow’s history! engineerteen.org/5090/The-21s...
August 8, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Today, engineering is still evolving at a rapid pace. Engineers are working to address global challenges, develop cutting-edge technologies, and change the way new products are created. Engineers today are making tomorrow’s history! engineerteen.org/5090/The-21s...
How many of the 20th century's greatest engineering achievements will you use today? A car? Computer? Telephone? Explore our list of the top 20 achievements and learn how engineering shaped a century and changed the world. engineerteen.org/4974
August 5, 2025 at 2:47 PM
How many of the 20th century's greatest engineering achievements will you use today? A car? Computer? Telephone? Explore our list of the top 20 achievements and learn how engineering shaped a century and changed the world. engineerteen.org/4974
If you’re considering engineering, you may have heard terms like EIT or PE. These are professional credentials that some engineers earn during their careers. What are they and should you plan to work toward them? Find out on EngineerTeen! engineerteen.org/4577/EIT-and...
August 1, 2025 at 1:54 PM
If you’re considering engineering, you may have heard terms like EIT or PE. These are professional credentials that some engineers earn during their careers. What are they and should you plan to work toward them? Find out on EngineerTeen! engineerteen.org/4577/EIT-and...