Invention Lab
Unlock Your Inner Inventor
A four-week summer experience where you get paid to build the future.
The Quick Facts:
- Who: Current high school students (grades 9-12, no experience required)
- Benefit: Earn a learning stipend of up to $1,500 (*based on attendance)
- Cost: FREE (includes lunch, materials, and transportation assistance)
Why Join Invention Lab
- Get Paid to Learn: Earn up to $1,500* while building a portfolio of STEM projects.
- Hands-on Innovation: Use professional tools to solve real-world problems.
- Expert Mentorship: Work alongside college students and industry pros.
- Inclusive community: We prioritize space for BIPOC, female, gender-nonconforming, rural, and low-income youth. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or socioeconomic status.
2026 Program Schedule
Program Dates and Time: June 22 - July 17, 2026, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (M-F)
Location: Spark on 7th; 22 W 7th Ave. Eugene, OR 97401
Mandatory Orientation: June 9 OR June 11, from 5:30 pm- 7:00 pm
Community Showcase: July 17, 2026, 1:30 pm (open to the public)
Ready to Test Your Skills?
Applying is simple. Just fill out the intake form below. Note: If you are under 18, a parent or guardian will need to provide consent.