YOUTH MAKERS ACADEMY

Learn how YOU can join the manufacturing and engineering industries!

About the Program

SOS is excited to present the 2026 Youth Makers Academy, where students will participate in hands-on workshops while they learn about careers in manufacturing and engineering from local industry leaders! Students will hear from career experts on pathways to trade or technical careers, college degree pathways and everything in between.

Topics include: automation, robotics, electronics, fluid power, mechanics, motor control, welding and more!

Youth Makers Academy is open to rising 9th grade students (current 8th grade) through graduating seniors from the Class of 2026.

Interested?

 The 2026 Youth Makers Academy is coming this summer! 

Location: St. Mary’s University, 1 Camino Santa Maria, San Antonio, TX 78228

Tentative Dates: July 20-24, 2026

Cost: $200 (Full and partial financial aid available)

Applications for summer 2026 are now open.

Apply by April 30, 2026 for summer 2026!

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