Rosie Riveters

Rosie Riveters works to close the gaps in today's workforce by increasing participation in STEM, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills to develop the innovators of tomorrow. 

To date, we have served more than 20,000 participants in Northern Virginia and thousands more across the country.  We have achieved overwhelmingly positive results. According to cumulative data across all of our programs, 96% of participants enjoyed the program and projects, and 89% were inspired to further explore STEM. 

More About Our Mission

Our mission is to build confidence and critical thinking skills through hands-on learning and “productive struggle, “—encouraging participants to embrace challenges as part of the learning process. By engaging students early and providing a supportive environment, we aim to foster the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers while expanding access to STEM opportunities.

Our Approach

At Rosie Riveters, we believe early STEM engagement is key to building confidence and expanding future opportunities. Our innovative, hands-on programs encourage students to embrace challenges, developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills through productive struggle—” I may not know, but I can figure it out.” Designed to meet students where they are, our curriculum brings STEM experiences to spaces where they are otherwise unavailable, ensuring broad access. By reaching students early, we help them develop the resilience and skills needed to explore STEM with confidence, opening doors to new possibilities.