Application

Become a STEM Festival Fellow.

This is short — about 10 minutes. We already know our alumni, so we're keeping it to the essentials. Answer honestly; there are no trick questions.

Rolling review we select as strong applications come in UK applications closed U.S. closes Nov. 30, 2026

Highly selective — up to 8 Fellows will be selected for the U.S. Festival. UK applications for 2027 are now closed. U.S. applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so the sooner you apply, the better. You must have taken part in a National STEM Festival to apply.

Application received.

Thank you for applying to be a STEM Festival Fellow. We've got your responses. U.S. applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we'll be in touch by email. The U.S. cohort officially kicks off in January 2027, with Fellow events before then. Please add nationalstemfestival@explr-media.com to your address book so our emails reach you.

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Basic information

Tell us who you are and how to reach you.

You must be at least 13 to apply.
How did you take part in the National STEM Festival?

Select all that apply. You must have attended a National STEM Festival to be eligible.

Fellowship

UK applications for 2027 are now closed. U.S. applications remain open through Nov. 30, 2026.

U.S. Festival — Washington, DC, October 19–24, 2027
Which role(s) would you like to be considered for?

Choose one.

A few questions

Short answers are perfect. Word limits are shown under each box.

1. Why do you want to return as a STEM Festival Fellow? 0 / 150 words
2. Think about your own Festival experience. What would you do to help a Champion who is quiet, nervous, or struggling to connect with their group? 0 / 150 words
3. What have you been working on, learning or doing since your Festival experience? 0 / 100 words
0 / 100 words
Lead Fellow applicants only One more question
You're coordinating a group of Fellows and notice that some groups are highly engaged while others aren't. What would you do? 0 / 150 words
Availability confirmation

Please confirm the following.

By submitting, you agree that Festival leadership may contact you about your application. U.S. applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and the U.S. cohort kicks off in January 2027. Please add nationalstemfestival@explr-media.com to your address book to ensure delivery.