Lemelson-MIT InvenTeams

A year-long invention grant from the Lemelson-MIT Program for teams of high school students, teachers and community mentors. Each selected InvenTeam receives $7,500 and year-long support to build a technological invention that solves a problem the students choose from their own community. A STEM educator at a high school or nonprofit educational organization applies on the team's behalf.

Offered by Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Fellowship for high school students in USA. Format: Hybrid. Cost: Stipend. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Engineering, STEM

Key facts

Who can apply: High school students in grades 9 to 12. It runs online and in person (nationwide).
Cost: Free to take part, and it pays a stipend or award.
Dates: No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Lemelson-MIT InvenTeams

When is the Lemelson-MIT InvenTeams deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Lemelson-MIT InvenTeams free?

Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.

Who can apply to Lemelson-MIT InvenTeams?

High school students in grades 9 to 12. It runs online and in person (nationwide). Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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