Museum of Discovery and Science

The Museum of Discovery and Science will strengthen the scope and impact of two paid workforce development internship programs for South Florida high school students grades 10–12: Everglades EcoExplorers and the Aviation Academy.  The internships will provide students with education and training, field experiences and excursions to aviation facilities, networking with college faculty and industry professionals, and part-time paid employment as museum educators. Staff will pursue certification as a Florida Ready to Work credentialed program and will work with collegiate partners and industry professionals in environmental sustainability and aviation to provide mentorship opportunities. As a result of the project, students from underserved communities will gain increased Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) knowledge and experience, and develop pathways to STEM collegiate education and careers.